Dangerous Building Facades
In December of 2019, a prominent architect was killed when a chunk of façade fell from a building in Manhattan. It came to light that the owners of the building knew for over a year …
Dangerous Building Facades
In December of 2019, a prominent architect was killed when a chunk of façade fell from a building in Manhattan. It came to light that the owners of the building knew for over a year …
Slip and Falls on Snow and Ice
During the winter in New York City, people slip and fall on snow and ice every day. While some falls are unavoidable accidents, this is not the case for all slip and falls. Some falls …
What is an Attractive Nuisance?
Children are, by nature, very curious creatures. Children also don’t have the safety awareness and good judgment that adults have. That is why special rules apply when a child has been injured on someone else’s …
Falls in Hospitals and Emergency Rooms
It is not uncommon for a patient who is being treated in the hospital or an emergency room to fall. Some patients, based on their medical condition, are more at risk for falls. In addition, …
What to do After a Slip and Fall Accident
When you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, it can be a traumatic experience. If your slip and fall accident was caused by a dangerous condition on the property, …
Third-Party Claims in Workers’ Compensation Cases
If you’ve been injured on the job, in New York, you have the right to file a claim for workers’ compensation to receive reimbursement for your medical bills and lost wages. However, sometimes, a third …
Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious, often debilitating injury that results from trauma to the head. It is a major cause of death or disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …
Hotel Pool Accidents
New York attracts millions of tourists and visitors every year. Many of these visitors stay in the hundreds of hotels the city has to offer. Hotels have a responsibility to keep their premises safe for …
Amusement Park Accidents
A visit to an amusement park can be a fun way to spend a summer day. However, a day at the park can suddenly turn tragic if someone becomes injured due to negligence. The owners …