Plea Deals
Traffic tickets can be troublesome and expensive, yet ultimately they exist to make our roads safer. But when reckless drivers are able to plead down serious violations that should be removing them from the driver’s seat, the safety of all Long Islanders on the road is put at serious risk. Plea Deals Can Be […]
Legalizing Marijuana in NY
Legalizing marijuana has been a hot topic in our country and Governor Andrew Cuomo announced it will be one of his top legislative priorities for New York in 2019. With a number of other states also on the fence in making the change, Cuomo and state lawmakers are saying enough- let’s finally say yes to […]
Construction Accidents Rising
Despite several safety efforts and regulations set into place this past year, construction fatalities and injuries are still on the rise in New York. Every day, construction workers go to work to support their families. Some return home with serious injuries from negligent safety practices- and some are not returning home at all. Construction […]
How Do You Sue a Business for Injuries?
How Do You Sue a Business for Injuries? If you have been hurt in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation. But what if the person responsible isn’t a person — but a business? Who is responsible for your injuries? Suing a business can be more challenging than filing a claim against an individual, […]
Who Is at Fault in a Left Turn Accident?
Who is at Fault in a Left Turn Accident? Making left turns across traffic is something that many of us try to avoid. While it is often necessary to get where we need to go, it can be a dangerous maneuver — watching for cars behind you while simultaneously trying to make a left turn […]
NYE in NYC… Know Before You Go
New Year’s Eve in New York City is a tradition for many and a bucket list trip for others. But with more than a million people planning to head into Times Square to see the Ball drop, you can bet the streets and roads will be a little bit more chaotic than usual. Know […]
Keyless Cars and CO
Last week, a horrifying scene unfolded when a father and his two young children died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Louisville, Kentucky. According to sources, the family was getting ready for school during the first cold week of the season. The father was said to have started the car in a closed garage so it […]
NYC PREPARE FOR SANTACON!
Tomorrow New York City will embrace the ho, ho, holy hell of SantaCon! It ‘s that one time of year where flocks of Santa and elf impersonators embark on a festive bar crawl, making a booze-fueled scene through the city that you’ll find either amusing or annoying to watch. The NYPD describes it as more “naughty” than […]
Avoiding Winter Slip and Falls in New York
With our region’s first significant snowfall of the season come and gone, it’s time to start preparing for slippery sidewalks. As the weather gets colder, pedestrians will be faced with winter walking hazards capable of causing serious accidents and injuries. In New York City and it’s boroughs of Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx, there are […]
The Dangers of Highway Shoulder Accidents
An unfortunate fender bender this past holiday weekend led to a fatal chain reaction traffic accident on the Long Island Expressway. Sadly, the accident involving four vehicles on Saturday around midnight left several people injured, including children, and killed a 31-year-old father from Selden. After rear-ending a Mercedes going eastbound near Exit 49, the Selden […]