The holiday season in New York is coming to an end soon, with New Year’s just around the corner. Many of us have been enjoying ourselves in recent days with holiday travel, parties and spending time with family and friends. You have most likely noticed an increase in...
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The dangers posed by delivery trucks
Even with the holiday season over, there are still plenty of delivery trucks out and about. That may not seem like a big deal given how commonplace they are, but the truth of the matter is that these delivery trucks can pose a significant safety hazard when they’re...
Can I see my own doctor if I am injured at work?
It is likely you have a close relationship with your family physician. You have seen them for years for routine checkups and the unexpected injury or illness. You trust them and believe they will provide you with the best care possible. So, if you are injured at work,...
Slippery sidewalks are your responsibility
It is likely that if you own a house, apartment building or store in New York City, there is a sidewalk in front of it. In the winter, your sidewalk could be covered in ice or snow. Who is responsible for making sure your sidewalks are clean and safe when winter...
Accidente en bicicleta en Nueva York y lesiones severas: ¿qué puedo esperar?
Una bicicleta definitivamente puede ser un medio de transporte más ágil y rápido, sobre todo en una ciudad que tiene vida las 24 horas del día. Sin embargo, ninguna persona está exenta de sufrir un accidente en el camino y en el caso de un ciclista, es muy probable...
Driving safely this winter
Winter in New York means icy roads and surfaces. However, winter does not typically mean fewer drivers on the road. Many of us must continue going to work, running errands or taking care of other responsibilities, even on snowy days. Snow and ice on the roads mean an...
Criminal charges vs. civil lawsuits in car accident cases
After a careless driver kills someone in an accident, criminal charges can hold the driver accountable. The sense of justice that comes from these charges is good for the community as a whole, but the fact is that criminal charges don't necessarily help all the...
Is driving while sick like driving while intoxicated?
Driving seems to be more dangerous today than ever. That’s despite public safety initiatives aimed at curtailing drunk and distracted driving. While texting and driving and substance abuse are major contributing factors to this dangerous driving, there are other...
Los accidentes de construcción más comunes para los trabajadores
Nadie duda que la construcción es una industria excepcionalmente peligrosa para los trabajadores. Con tantas máquinas, herramientas, alturas, sustancias tóxicas, condiciones de ambiente, y otros peligros que los trabajadores de construcción enfrentan todos los días,...
You could cause your own car insurance denial
It is the call you never want to receive: “We have denied your car insurance claim.” After a car accident, you expect the insurance company to take responsibility, even if not 100%. We seldom expect to hear simply “No.” We definitely do not expect the no to be based...