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February 3, 2022 | Construction Accidents

How To Prevent Construction Scaffolding Accidents

Construction accidents are common due to the manual work involved in difficult situations but one of the common causes of construction accidents on a job site is due to the malfunctioning of ladder and scaffolding systems. Collapses and other safety issues surrounding the scaffolding or ladders set up on the job site...

February 2, 2022 | Car Accidents

Can Your No Fault Carrier Pursue an APIP Subrogation Claim Against Your Third Party Action Where the Settlement fails to make Claimant Whole? The Answer is No.

Introduction We recently faced a very unique issue in connection with our client’s motor vehicle accident. In this case, the client was t-boned by a driver with a $100,000 policy. Our client ended up having a cervical fusion. Because of the accident, our client was out of work for a...

October 28, 2020 | Car Accidents

Turn your phone off when you drive

Perhaps the easiest way to become a safer driver is just to turn off your phone. Other actions, such as putting on a seat belt, are certainly wise and can help you if you get into an accident. But turning your phone off is one of the best ways to...

October 16, 2020 | Car Accidents

What are the odds someone will come out of a coma?

When you hear that your loved one has been in a serious car accident and they’re unconscious, it may feel like the entire world just dropped out from under your feet. You have a ton of questions, and it may seem like there are no clear answers. One thing you...

October 7, 2020 | Construction Accidents

Injured in a construction accident? Know what to do

Imagine a situation in which you’re injured in a construction accident. You feel like you’ve lost control of your life, as your future is not nearly as clear as it once was. While this is a difficult challenge to face, you must take the right steps if you want to...

October 6, 2020 | Workplace Accidents

Fall is here: Prevent accidents caused by weather hazards

The construction industry is no stranger to accidents. In fact, non-fatal injuries in construction cost companies millions of dollars every year. In some cases, weather hazards are to blame. Fall weather is starting to affect outdoor work areas, so if you work in construction, now is a good time to talk about...

September 20, 2020 | Car Accidents

Prepare for the season with these safe driving tips for autumn

New York is gorgeous in the fall, but the unpredictable weather patterns can put you at risk of a vehicle crash. Each year, an estimated 12,093 state residents will require hospitalization due to injuries suffered in car accidents. It is wise to prepare for the unique roadway safety challenges each new season...

September 3, 2020 | Personal Injury

The Child Victims Act gives victims longer to speak out in New York

The Child Victims Act is an important law in New York because it extends the time survivors of child sexual abuse have to pursue a claim through a civil or criminal case. The CVA extended how long victims had to file claims, giving them potentially decades longer to decide if...

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