Stop on Red…or You Could Be Dead!
Most of us learn the basics of traffic signals at a young age: green means go, yellow means slow down, and red means stop. Yet, despite these early lessons, hundreds of people are still killed every year in car accidents when motorists chose not to stop at red lights. In 2017, the Insurance Institute of […]
Uptick In Long Island Boating Accidents: How To Stay Safe On The Water
Long Island saw a string of boating accidents last weekend that has safety officials concerned. According to Newsday, from July 12 to July 13: An 18-year-old woman was killed in a jet ski accident when her watercraft collided with a 35-foot boat in a Middle Bay waterway on Sunday. Another woman was killed the same […]
New York Crane Accidents
Crane collapses and other crane accidents are always very serious, and these types of situations account for numerous injuries and deaths each year throughout New York. There are a variety of reasons why these types of accidents can occur, but there typically is always some kind of negligence, carelessness or a significant lack of supervision […]
Emergency Vehicle Crashes: The Deadly Reality of Speeding
Emergency vehicles most often travel at high speeds when rushing to the scene of an accident. The safety of New Yorkers depends on the quick response time of these brave first responders. But no one benefits if an emergency vehicle causes additional crashes along the way. Car accidents involving emergency vehicles racing to a crisis […]
Independent Contractor Injuries in New York
If you’re an independent contractor in New York then you have a good understanding as to how things tend to go wrong on the job, even when you scrupulously plan out every specific detail. Human error, faulty materials, and countless other factors can lead to accidents and subsequent injuries while on the job, which is […]
How to Choose the Best Personal Injury Lawyer in New York
When you are injured in an accident due to negligence, finding the right personal injury attorney to represent you can be complicated. There are hundreds of attorneys scattered across New York City and Long Island more than willing to take your case. But choosing a lawyer that is the best in securing a favorable result […]
Amusement Park Dangers: What You Need To Know Before You Ride
More than 370 million Americans are planning to visit an amusement park this summer. Another 500 million will be attending local carnivals or traveling fairs. While most guests walk away from the experience with a thrill and smile, thousands could be visiting the emergency room to treat amusement park-related injuries. The Hidden Data on Amusement […]
These Fourth of July Accidents Can Be Deadly!
Independence Day is one of the most thrilling summer holidays. Between fireworks, barbecues, and pool parties, most Long Islanders will have their upcoming weekends packed with exciting events. Safety will be especially important to remember during this Fourth of July, no matter how you chose to celebrate. Sadly, seven people were killed on Long Island […]
Top 5 Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Pedestrian accidents in New York City are getting out of hand. According to NYC Open Data, over 11,000 pedestrians were injured in 2018 due to traffic accidents and an additional 114 pedestrians were killed. Despite NYC seeing the lowest number of traffic fatalities last year since records began in 1910, seven more pedestrians died in […]
How A Personal Injury Attorney Gets Paid
It’s not uncommon for people to avoid contacting lawyers out of financial fear. The thought of paying substantial up-front costs or high hourly fees is terrifying, mainly when there is no guarantee of a positive result. Fortunately for clients who are seeking representation from a personal injury attorney, you don’t have to break the bank […]