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Preliminary Investigation Blames Engine Fire in New York City’s Crane Collapse by Nadia El-Yaouti | Jul 27, 2023
The recent horrific crane collapse in midtown Manhattan was discussed in an article published on the legal news, information & blog website www.LawCommentary.com. Leandros Vrionedes was interviewed for the article and asked to comment on the complexities of crane operations and dangers inherent when all parties involved don’t take the necessary precautions with the appropriate levels of skill and care.
Questions Loom Following Deadly Manhattan Parking Garage Collapse by Nadia El-Yaouti | Apr 19, 2023
Leandros Vrionedes was featured in an article discussing the parking garage collapse that tragically took one life and injured several others in lower Manhattan on April 18th. Attorney Vrionedes, who had recently been featured in another article discussing New York City building safety, expressed his dismay at this latest tragedy unfolding in light of the fact that the parking structure has several open violations from the Department of Buildings going back to 2003. Mr. Vrionedes also commented on some of the parties that might be liable to the families of those injured or killed in the collapse.
What’s Up With All the Sidewalk Sheds in New York? by Christopher Hazlehurst, J.D. | Apr 13, 2023
In a recent article published on the legal news, information and blog website www.LawCommentary.com, attorney Vrionedes commented on the dangers of sidewalk trip and fall accidents posed by the proliferation of sidewalk construction sheds in NYC. Mr. Vrionedes pointed to the complexity of such cases and the multitude of parties who might bear responsibility to the injured victim.
NYCOSH ‘Deadly Skyline’ Report Details Increase in Construction Worker Fatalities for 2021 by Nadia El-Yaouti | Mar 31, 2023
Leandros A. Vrionedes was recently interviewed for an article discussing the release of the 2023 Deadly Skyline report by the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH). Attorney Vrionedes commented on the importance of OSHA regulations and enforcement and urged the agency to step up its inspections and enforcement.
New York Expands Criminal Corporate Liability for Workplace Death and Injury by Christopher Hazlehurst, J.D. | Mar 20, 2023
The legal news, information and blog website Law Commentary recently interviewed attorney Leandros A. Vrionedes in an article discussing “Carlos’ Law,” a new law signed by Governor Hochul in December. This law increases the penalties and criminal liability of corporations for negligent attention to worker safety that cause construction accident injuries and deaths. Attorney Vrionedes commented on how this new law intersects with the Scaffold Law and whether it is likely to change corporate conduct and lead to fewer construction accidents.
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: What Health Conditions Qualify for Benefits Through the VA? by Nadia El-Yaouti | Mar 03, 2023
Attorney Vrionedes was asked to comment in a recent article discussing the different types of VA health and disability benefits available to veterans based on exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Mr. Vrionedes explained how certain disabilities are presumed to be service-connected for VA benefits and also pointed out that veterans, family members and others who lived and worked on base during the eligibility period could qualify for compensation if they experienced certain adverse health conditions.
Brooklyn Woman Sues Former NYC Mayor, City After Tripping on Sidewalk Outside Former Mayor’s House by Christopher Hazlehurst, J.D. | Jan 12, 2023
A recent news article described a lawsuit against former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and the City of New York for a trip and fall accident that occurred on the sidewalk outside of his home. New York personal injury attorney Leandros A. Vrionedes explained the different situations under which a property owner or the City is reponsible for injuries caused by sidewalk defects in New York.
Who’s at Fault if a Medical Emergency Causes a Car or Truck Crash? by Christopher Hazlehurst, J.D. | Dec 16, 2022
Personal Injury Attorney Leandros A. Vrionedes was featured in an article on the legal news website Law Commentary. The article concerned a lawsuit filed in Georgia based on a trip and fall in a CVS parking lot. Mr. Vrionedes was asked to comment on the different types of trip and fall and slip and fall accidents and how they are handled under the law.
Parking Lot Pothole Trip and Fall Spells Civil Lawsuit for Georgia CVS Pharmacy by Alan Barlow, J.D. | Dec 01, 2022
Personal Injury Attorney Leandros A. Vrionedes was featured in an article on the legal news website Law Commentary. The article concerned a lawsuit filed in Georgia based on a trip and fall in a CVS parking lot. Mr. Vrionedes was asked to comment on the different types of trip and fall and slip and fall accidents and how they are handled under the law.
