Study Finds Adults With ADHD More Likely to Have Car Accidents
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is usually a condition associated with young children. However, a large percentage of children grow up to have ADHD as adults. It is believed that between 5 and 75% of children with ADHD grow up to continue having ADHD symptoms. It is a common neurodevelopmental disorder, and now studies show that […]
NYPD Misconduct Records No Longer Secret
In June of 2020, New York State lawmakers repealed a law that kept secret police disciplinary records. The repeal came after a long-running battle regarding access to clear information about police discipline across the state. Police unions fought against the law, and there will likely be future legal battles. But for now, released records provide […]
Understanding Burn Injuries
Serious burn injuries can have severe and life-altering effects on a victim. Many burn injuries result from negligence. In pursuing a case for compensation for a burn injury, it is important to take into account that the victim can suffer a lifetime of pain and discomfort as well as some type of disfigurement. There can […]
Recalls of Contaminated Food
In August of 2020, after a Salmonella outbreak, peaches from a number of major grocery chains were recalled. As part of the recall, California-based food distributor Prima Wawona warned consumers of the potential for Salmonella. Salmonella can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and, in some people, can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and […]
Moped Company Reopens Service in New York City After Deaths
Moped company Revel suspended service in August of 2020 in New York City after the death of three riders. The service has now reopened, and safety measures are being reviewed. The service began as a greener alternative mode of transportation in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. However, there was little oversight, and many Revel riders […]
Is Amazon Liable for the Defective Products it Sells?
Millions of people use Amazon every day to order a variety of products. It provides a convenient service with a wide selection and quick shipping. However, not all of the products found on Amazon are safe for consumers. If a consumer purchases an unsafe, defective product from Amazon, can Amazon be held liable for any […]
5 Documents Your Attorney Will Need After Your Car Accident
If you have been injured in a car accident, you may have decided to hire a personal injury attorney to help you with your claim. In order for your attorney to represent you effectively, it’s important that you provide them with all of the necessary information they need to move forward with your case. In […]
Injured Due to Negligence? Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Consult With an Attorney
If you’ve been injured due to someone’s negligence, you are likely to accumulate medical bills and potentially lost wages. You deserve to be compensated for your losses. The decision to hire an attorney to help you with your negligence claim is a personal one, and there are important reasons why you should consider doing so. […]
Common Causes of Building Collapses
There have been a number of building collapses around New York City over the past several months. Some of these have resulted in injuries, loss of housing, and general chaos in the area. When a building collapses, it can be devastating. Even though aging New York City buildings are most frequently involved in building collapse, […]
Why Sexual Abuse Victims Wait to Disclose
In the United States, every nine minutes, a child is sexually assaulted. Yet not every survivor tells someone, be it a friend, family member, teacher, or police officer, about their abuse. Often, if they do disclose, it is not until months, years, or even decades after the abuse occurred. There are various reasons why someone […]