Category Archives: General Personal Injury
Bike Safety Tips
Nationally, over 11,000 bicycle riders are injured and over 140 cyclists are killed every year. While many of these accidents are caused by negligent car drivers and other hazards, there are steps that cyclists can take to protect themselves and reduce the risk of a catastrophic accident. Below, we discuss tips for bicyclists to… Read More »
Most Common Construction Accidents
Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries in the country. Of the 4,779 worker fatalities that occurred nationwide in 2018, 1,008, or 21.1 percent, were in construction. That means that one in five workers killed on the job work construction, according to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Thousands more construction… Read More »
Fatal Accidents in New York Remain Steady Despite Drop in Traffic
We may have been a bit too hasty in a previous post when discussing the benefits of the novel coronavirus pandemic on traffic safety. While it is true that the number of cars on the road across New York City has dropped dramatically, new traffic safety figures show that somehow, the number of traffic… Read More »
How to Prove You Are Not at Fault In a Car Accident
Even with insurance coverage available, it can be difficult to get full and complete compensation after a New York car accident. If you were seriously injured, you might need to bring a personal injury lawsuit against the driver who caused your crash. To prevail in your lawsuit and secure either a favorable settlement or… Read More »
Workplace Injury and Coronavirus
New York has been hit harder than any other state by the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. As quarantine and social distancing measures start to take effect, however, many governments around the country are attempting to roll out steps to reopen businesses and jumpstart the economy. If you are an essential employee who has continued to… Read More »
How to Avoid Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crashes are typically much more severe than typical auto accidents. If you ride a motorcycle, it is important to be careful and cautious in order to avoid a catastrophic injury. There are steps to take to mitigate the risk of an accident, including accidents caused by other drivers. Read on for some tips… Read More »
Bike Injuries Up, Car Crashes Down Amid Coronavirus in New York
While the coronavirus crisis continues and self-quarantine orders are imposed, there are some positive takeaways: Less traffic on the road means less chance of a car crash or other traffic accident. Oddly, while the number of car accidents in New York City has decreased over the last few weeks, the number of bicycle accidents… Read More »
Sidewalk Sheds and Scaffolds – A Fixture on New York City Streets
Sidewalk sheds are temporary structures built to protect pedestrians passing by work areas. New York City law requires property owners to erect these sheds whenever constructing a building over 40 feet high, demolishing a building that is over 25 feet high, or whenever some danger requires a shed to be installed to protect the… Read More »
Tragic Crash on Pennsylvania Turnpike
Early Sunday morning, a tour bus carrying dozens of passengers from Chinatown in New York to Cincinnati, Ohio, crashed on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, about 40 miles outside of Pittsburgh. The bus driver apparently lost control of the vehicle while negotiating a corner on a downhill grade. After rolling over and… Read More »
Surprise Construction Site Inspections Find Over 11,000 Safety Violations in NYC
Constant construction is a way of life in New York City. There are always new office buildings, new roadways, new museums, and new apartment complexes being built or renovated all over the city. With construction, unfortunately, comes safety problems that lead to worksite accidents and injuries. A team of building inspectors has been conducting… Read More »
