Ferry Accidents
Thousands of New Yorkers take a ferry as part of their daily commute. Nearly 3 million people rode a ferry in 2017 alone. With multiple ferry lines in New York City connecting the five …
November is Prematurity Awareness Month
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), in 2016 about 1 in10 infantsborn in the United States was born prematurely. Any birth before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered a premature birth. Premature …
Dangerous and Defective Roadways
Most motor vehicle accidents are caused by the neglect of a driver. But sometimes accidents can result from a defective or poorly maintained roadway. Defective road conditions can cause serious and deadly accidents. In New …
Motorcycle Accidents
According to the New York State Department of Health, an average of 1,600 New Yorkers are treated in a hospital as a result of motorcycle crashes every year. Being in a motorcycle accident can cause …
Is Your Child Safe at Daycare?
When looking for good childcare, you try to find a place where your child can play and learn in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Most importantly, however, you want a place where your child will …
Medical Malpractice and Surgical Error
According to a study by WebMD, more than 4000 surgical mistakes occur every year. That’s a shocking number that would make any patient nervous. Many of these mistakes are entirely preventable and result from …
Lead Crisis Continues in NYC Housing
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) scandal continues to rock the city. Earlier this year, residents discovered that NYCHA had failed to conduct required lead inspections in public housing. The city and the federal …
“Black Box” Data in Truck Accidents
Every year thousands of people are killed in accidents with large trucks. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 3,986 people died in large truck crashes in 2016 alone. When seeking compensation for an …
Third Party Claims in Workers’ Compensation Cases
In New York, if you are injured at work, you are most likely covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are situations where you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries from …
Birth Defects vs. Birth Injuries
There’s a great deal of stress involved in the birth of a child, especially when something goes wrong. When there are complications due to a difficult pregnancy or birth, parents often wonder if there was …