What is Road Rage? Simply stated, road rage is when another driver acts in a very aggressive manner towards you. Road rage is often violent and dangerous, and can even result in a traffic accident. Road rage begins with aggressive driving and [...]
If you have been injured in an accident in a high-rise building as a result of the negligence of another party, it is imperative that you speak with a New York City personal injury attorney as soon as possible.If someone else’s negligence has [...]
A fall on icy stairs on a snowy day at work could lead to a serious injury to a limb, back or other body part requiring you to seek medical treatment. Unfortunately, the workers’ compensation insurance carrier may deny your claim. You still must [...]
If you’re performing construction work in the state of New York, it is important that you are familiar with New York Labor Law 240, also known as the scaffold law. It’s even more important to familiarize yourself with the law and your rights [...]
If you are a contractor, agent, or building owner in the state of New York, you will need to comply with the labor law 241 during construction or demolition projects. This law ensures the safety and protection of construction workers at the job [...]
Commuting by taxi is a way of life for both residents and visitors in New York City, and their heavy usage increases the risk of experiencing an accident while riding in one of these vehicles. The victims of taxi accidents will probably require [...]
A car accident can happen any time you are behind the wheel, but there are some situations that place you at a higher risk of being involved in an accident. Bad weather conditions combined with poor driving decisions can end up in serious accidents. [...]
Preventing Slip and Fall Accidents Falls accounted for 21 percent of unintentional deaths and an estimated 26,000 people died due to a slip and fall accident in 2010. Slip and fall accidents often occur in stores. They are even more likely to occur [...]
Do You Have a Dog Bite Case Pursuant to New York Law?Every year, residents and visitors alike are attacked by dogs. If you sustain a dog bite injury, you may wonder whether you have a case for compensation in New York.Laws regarding dog bite [...]