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The personal trauma that comes when a family loses someone to a work-related death is difficult to overcome. And if the person who died was a breadwinner for the family, financial problems can be an unwelcome addition to the tragedy. Survivor benefits exist...
With all of the press over the last few years, most people know that traumatic brain injuries are caused by violent jolts or blows to the head or body. However, what some may not realize is that any Brooklyn, New York, car accident, even minor fender benders, can...
Staten Island has the lowest population of any of New York’s boroughs but ranks high in the number of serious automobile accidents that occur within its limits. The borough president Vito Fossella has now written a letter to the heads of various traffic management...
Stressful jobs, familial responsibilities, and other challenges make it difficult for many busy New Yorkers to get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night. As a result of this lack of sleep, fatigued or drowsy driving has become a common cause of New York...
Most people in New York and elsewhere would agree that flying is one of the safest modes of transportation. Even after the drastic reduction in air travel over the past couple of years, highly trained pilots and strict federal regulations are accommodating the sudden...
Like many states, New York has a statute that permits survivors of a person killed by the wrongful act of another to sue for damages. Unlike many states, New York’s wrongful death statute does not allow these survivors to seek damages for lost companionship caused by...
Medical mistakes are among this country’s leading causes of death and injuries. There are at least 440,000 patient deaths each year in hospitals from preventable medical errors, according to a 2013 study in the Journal of Patient Safety. Information Taking part in...
Slips, trips and falls on New York City subways or buses are not uncommon and can result in serious injuries for victims. Important relief for their damages may be available, but the process of making a premises liability claim can be complex. Those who have been...
New York State as a whole has a relatively good reputation when it comes to distracted driving. Despite this, other studies show New York City’s drivers are the most likely to operate a vehicle while distracted compared with other major cities. The report, compiled by...
So, you or a loved one has been injured in an accident. There is a lot to deal with, isn’t there? The physical pain and exhaustion may be too much to handle, and your medical bills are quickly piling up at a time when you are unable to work to earn a wage. All of this...