The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
It happens at an alarming rate. Drivers barely able to keep their eyes open are driving all over New York City and placing pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists on the road at risk. Drowsy driving …
Taxi Accidents
Thousands of taxi cabs are on the road at any given time in New York City. Therefore, it’s not surprising that taxi accidents are a common occurrence. Most taxis safely transport people to their destinations, …
Filing a Personal Injury Claim on Behalf of a Minor
If you’re a parent, part of your job is to protect your child from getting injured. However, this isn’t always possible when faced with someone else’s negligence. If your child was injured by negligence, the …
Birth Injuries Caused by Hypoxia
Babies need a constant supply of oxygen before and during birth. This oxygen comes from the placenta and the umbilical cord until the baby is born and can breathe on his or her own.Hypoxia occurs …
Dangerous Parking Lots and Garages
Parking lots and garages are hubs of vehicle and pedestrian activity. They are also among the most dangerous areas in the city. Severe injury and significant property damage can occur when drivers and parking lot …
Contaminated Food—What You Need to Know About E. Coli, Listeria, and Salmonella Recalls
When we buy our food at the grocery store and prepare it for our family, we have an expectation that food is going to be safe to eat. But what if the food you eat …
Limousine Accidents
In October, 20 people were killed in a limo crash in upstate New York. They were enjoying a birthday celebration when tragedy struck, and the limousine lost control, ran through an intersection and struck a …
Should Trucking Companies Screen Drivers for Sleep Apnea?
In a studysponsored by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA), University of Pennsylvania researchers found that 28% of truck drivers have mild to severe sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can lead to drowsiness and …
Escalator Accidents
Escalators are a convenient way to move between floors without waiting for an elevator or climbing up the stairs. But escalators are a more frequent cause of injury than people think. It is estimated that …
Traumatic Brain Injuries in Slip and Falls
A traumatic brain injury can be a serious complication of a slip and fall accident. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading causeof traumatic brain injury (TBI). 47% of …