Earlier this week, a crash in Brooklyn sent several people to the hospital, some injured critically. Events unfolded on Monday, July 13, at around 4:30 a.m.Three men were in a late-model Lamborghini SUV headed northbound on 18th Avenue in Bensonhurst when they struck...
Brooklyn New York Legal Blog
Defective power tools can injure construction workers
Construction workers use a host of tools to get their job duties done on a daily basis. When these tools are in good condition and working properly, they pose little risk and provide considerable benefits to the workers. Unfortunately, there are times when the tools...
Drunk driving crashes claim many lives each day
Drunk drivers are a huge problem in this country. When a person opts to drink and drive, they are making a decision that could impact the life of an innocent victim. This doesn't stop them from getting behind the wheel of a vehicle, so they try to make it to their...
Safety is a major focus of the New York Labor Law
Construction projects in New York range from tunnels and bridges to roadways and skyscrapers and most projects come with an element of danger for workers. Construction companies must adhere to the provisions set out in the New York Labor Law, which addresses safety...
Common causes for car crashes to remember
Motor vehicle crashes can lead to catastrophic injuries for the victims. Because of this, all drivers must take the time to drive safely each time they get out on the roads. Taking the time to brush up on some of the more common accident types might help drivers to...
Construction companies must develop fluid safety plans
Construction sites contain heavy equipment and other materials and tools to get the structures erected. While these are critical to the job, they also pose hazards to the workers. It is up to the construction companies to ensure that they are providing a safe working...
Companies must set strict safety rules for moving equipment
Construction sites are often busy and full of activity. This makes having to drive heavy equipment or vehicles a challenge because the driver must ensure they're not going to run over anyone or pin someone against something. Every construction company should have...
Many car crash claims are settled without a trial
When you're struck by another driver, you might suffer serious injuries. This can result in the need for medical care and may lead to other life changes for you. One option that you have if this occurs is to seek compensation for the financial damages that you've...
Trenches and excavations must be planned carefully
Construction workers who have to work on excavations or within trenches face the risk of cave-ins. This is a serious matter that can be deadly, so companies must ensure they're using proper safety protocols to keep the workers safe.A primary hazard that these...
What’s so dangerous about driving in the summer?
The summer is a time for many to get out and enjoy the nice, warm weather and experience fun times with friends and family. It can be a dangerous time of the year to be a motorist though.It's in places like New York that have extreme winters that the summer becomes a...
