Despite the fact that streets and highways were mostly empty this past spring, traffic deaths went up in New York City. New data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration from the first half of …
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Millions of Americans across the country are being cared for in nursing homes. The number of people needing this level of care is expected to rise over the next several years. While most family members …
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. In 2017, 2,364 teens were killed, and 300,000 were treated in emergency rooms for …
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Product manufacturers are responsible for making products that are reasonably safe for consumers. They are also responsible for including adequate safety warnings on products. Unfortunately, hundreds of people are killed or injured each year by …
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Pedestrians should feel safe when navigating the streets of New York City. However, negligent and reckless drivers make being a pedestrian dangerous. Collisions with pedestrians can happen in unexpected places and in unanticipated circumstances. Anytime …
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If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to receive compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. There are different types of damages to which you may be entitled based on …
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When you are pregnant, good prenatal care is essential for a healthy pregnancy and baby. You should be regularly monitored to ensure that the baby is developing appropriately, and there are no problems that should …
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Construction sites are among the most dangerous work environments in the city. Even when precautions are taken, there is a myriad of situations that can cause serious injury. Falls from scaffolds, defective machinery, electrical hazards, …
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Transportation Alternatives (T.A.) is a New York City advocacy group that pushes for better walking, bicycling and public transit options for New Yorkers. T.A. tracked data related to transportation as New York has reopened after …
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In September of 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report regarding a tragic 2018 limousine accident that resulted in the deaths of 20 passengers. The report noted that state regulators repeatedly failed …
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