Let’s face it, driving in Brooklyn is a real hassle and you cannot always rely on buses or trains to be on time. Many people in Brooklyn simply find it easier to walk where they need to go. Unfortunately, being a pedestrian carries some risks including the risk that...
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Fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, as well as the other boroughs of New York, have significant feet traffic. Because it is more convenient and affordable to walk and take public transportation, the sidewalks and crosswalks are often filled with pedestrians. As such, motorists need to be aware...
Two killed in motorcycle crash with truck
Much like other states, New York experiences an uptick in motorcyclists on the roadways during the summer months. While these vehicles are enjoyable to ride for either convenience, leisure or daily commutes, these small vehicles do present more risks when compared to...
How does physician burnout negatively impact patient care?
New York residents trust their doctors to provide them with superlative medical care. When a person suffers from an injury, illness, or other ailment, they may make an appointment with their trusted physician to begin the investigative process to determine exactly...
Actress succumbs to hit-and-run injuries in New York
Not long ago, this New York personal injury legal blog shared the story of Lisa Barnes, a well-known American actress, who was struck by a motorized scooter while crossing street in New York. Barnes suffered critical injuries due to the collision and unfortunately...
Safety sweeps follow wave of construction worker deaths
New York City has experienced a recent number of construction worker fatalities. To reverse this preventable trend of construction site accidents, the New York City of Department of Buildings Commissioner mobilized enforcement inspector teams to engage in safety...
Med mal suit over stay at psych ward settled after ten years
Medical malpractice claims are not uncommon, and they can arise out of very unusual circumstances. The recent settlement of a medical malpractice claim involving psychiatric malpractice involving a Long Island resident and a psychiatric clinic in Brooklyn may involve...
Actress in critical condition after being struck by scooter
Most accidents involving motorcycle or scooters result in serious injury or death for the operation of such vehicles. Occasionally, the outcome is reversed. A well-known actress was struck by a motorized scooter on the Upper West Side and is presently struggling to...
What happens with a subway accident and lawsuit?
Residents of Brooklyn and other areas of New York City who regularly use the subway may want to know more about the lawsuit process when injury happens on public transportation. Different from personal injury lawsuits, these lawsuits may take aim at city and state...
Peloton improves software after treadmills are recalled
Popular products are not immune from defects and recalls. Following 70 incidents involving personal injury and a death, Peloton recalled 125,000 of its Tread and Tread+ interactive treadmill products. May recall These products were recalled in early May after the 70...
