An Overview of Car Accident Cases in Queens
New York and all its boroughs are witnessing a rise in car accident cases. However, the trends vary for every borough. Let us have a look at what happens in Queens with respect to car accidents. As per data released in February 2020: A total of 5,515 car crashes were reported in Queens. As a […]
Who is at Fault in a Left-Hand Turn Accident?
One of the common causes of car collisions is when a driver is taking a left-hand turn. Car accident lawyers have found that as one of the top causes of collision. Depending on the severity of the collision, the driver of the at-fault driver as well as the victim can be at the receiving end […]
The Average Settlement in Case of a Herniated C5-C6 Injury
A herniated C5-C6 disc is a spinal injury wherein this disc in your spine ruptures and the jelly-like center of the disc leaks which irritates the surrounding nerves causing pain and discomfort. A herniated C5-C6 disc causes pain in the lower back and it one of the most common discs that gets herniated. Importantly, if […]
The Average Settlement for A Fractured Sternum After a Car Accident
Click Here To Calculate Settlement The sternum, also known as the breastbone, is an important part of the body. It protects the major blood vessels, heart, and lungs. It is a flat bone located at the center of the chest. Needless to say, along with being a bone that protects vital organs, any injury to […]
What Every Construction Worker Should Know About the NY Labor Law 240
Construction workers are an important part of any city’s workforce. At the same time, they have a job that keeps that at risk of accidents and injuries. Hence, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was set up to protect the rights of employees, including construction workers. Laws have also been formed to further keep […]
Head Injuries: Causes, Consequences, and Legal Recourse
Head injuries can irrevocably change the course of one’s life. Even a minor head injury or a concussion can have long-term implications. One may also suffer head injuries, also known as brain injury or traumatic brain injury (TBI), in an accident caused due to someone’s negligence. In such a scenario, one has the right to […]
The “Fatal Four” Causes that are Killing Our Construction Workers
Construction workers are exposed to a high-risk work environment. Due to the nature of their work, they remain vulnerable to accidents, that could lead to minor to major injuries and may even be fatal. These injuries can impact their lives, affect their day to day lives, and even restrict them from working. Construction accident attorneys […]
What to Do If You’re in an Accident Involving Citi Bike
Citi Bike is New York’s flagship bike sharing program. The program allows you to pick up a bike at one of the hundred stations around Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Jersey City. Bike availability can be seen on the station map or mobile app. Citi Bike is already a success story because within the […]
Spring Increases Risk of Motorcycle Accidents – A warning by the American Automobile Association (AAA)
As the harsh winter of New York gives way to the warm and pleasant spring, people get ready to go out and about. Motorcyclists bring out their mean machines and are ready to rust off the winter dead from it. Hence, spring sees a surge in motorcyclists on the roads. In this context, the AAA […]
New Law in Suffolk County Mandates Motor Vehicle Drivers to Give Three-Feet Distance to Cyclists
The Suffolk County has recently passed a law mandating drivers of cars and other motor vehicles to give bicyclists at least three-feet distance when passing them. If the driver fails to do so, they’re liable to pay a fine. Is the law effective currently? Yes, the law came into effect on April 5, 2021. How […]