In response to environmental concerns, many people in New York are seeking greener means of transportation compared with traditional automobiles. Some found electronic bicycles (e-bikes) to be the right combination of speedy transport and a reduced carbon footprint....
Brooklyn New York Legal Blog
How can New York doctors lower the chance of medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice lawsuits are very common in the state of New York. This amount of litigation creates great expense for all those involved including state taxpayers. Being able to lessen the amount of medical malpractice that occurs or is claimed to have occurred...
The USDOT’s commitment to road safety
The United States Department of Transportation Secretary recently launched the National Roadway Safety Strategy Call to Action campaign. According to the USDOT's official website, the campaign calls on all Americans and every level of government to join forces in...
Is a lower BAC legal limit in New York’s future?
A drunk driving crash changes the lives of many people forever. The drunk driver has a DWI on their record, and a possible lawsuit on their hands. The accident victim is seriously injured or perhaps even passed away due to their injuries. And their loved ones and the...
Have you been a victim of medical gaslighting?
When New Yorkers see their doctors for a medical issue, they expect to be treated with respect and have all their questions answered. Unfortunately, in some cases, patients can be dismissed even when they have legitimate cause for concern. These are some signs that...
Brooklyn architect disabled in hit-and-run accident
Brooklyn’s crowded streets are a permanent hazard for pedestrians, but the hazard becomes more critical when drivers do not pay careful attention to their surroundings. In a recent accident, an accomplished architect was totally disabled when a motorist looking for a...
An eczema misdiagnosis can have severe consequences
The chronic skin condition called eczema affects one out of every ten Americans. In its more severe conditions, it can cause inflamed, itchy, scaly and sometimes painful rashes. However, the criteria for diagnosing eczema isn't specific, leading to a misdiagnosis that...
Electric vehicles comparably safer than traditional autos
Consumers often rank safety high on their list of important features when purchasing a motor vehicle. According to a series of tests conducted recently by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), electric vehicles (EV) rank equally safe or even safer than...
What is a caught-in or caught between construction injury?
If you have ever worked on or visited a construction site in New York, you know it can be dangerous. Many moving vehicles and heavy equipment are being used at any construction site. There can be hundreds of workers, stacks of supplies, and many other potential...
Five ways you can protect yourself from distracted drivers
If you’ve followed the news at all, you know that distracted driving continues to be a problem throughout our state and across our country. Every day, innocent and unsuspecting individuals are injured and killed in wrecks caused by those who have taken their eyes and...
