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It’s difficult to walk anyplace in New York without seeing a bevy of dogs with their owners. In the city, around the state, and in America in general – we’re just dog lovers! Most of the time, these pets make great companions who are loved family members – but sometimes dog ownership can go wrong, too. Dog bites happen. The state of New York has laws against dog bites as well, making it possible for […]
No CommentsNothing in the world is perfect, including products made for consumers. From time to time, things occur in the design or manufacturing process of a product that makes it unsafe for consumers. In those circumstances, products are recalled. A good example of a large product recall occurred with a large, well-known drink company in December 2021. They had to recall products from eight states, including New York, because the juice they had distributed in those […]
No CommentsNew York has a lot of trains. From the subways in New York City to the commuter rails in other parts of the state, all those trains add up to a lot of tracks – and a lot of opportunities for accidents and injuries to occur. If you are injured in a New York train accident, what can you do? How do you establish who is responsible for the accident so you can get the […]
No CommentsTraffic accidents claim thousands of lives across the country each year. And distracted driving is a big force behind those accidents. Drivers who are distracted are more likely to be involved in an accident. Despite this, many drivers continue to drive while being distracted, especially with smartphones as such a common accessory. Here’s what you need to know about distracted driving in New York, including what causes it and how to prevent it. What Does […]
No CommentsWhen you’re injured on the job, it may be assumed that you’re only entitled to worker’s compensation. However, if you were injured due to the negligence of a coworker, then worker’s comp may not be your only option. You could deserve more. Employee errors and negligence happen every day in the United States. They account for most of the injuries that happen on the job. Here’s what you need to know and what to do […]
No CommentsWinter has arrived and with it snow and ice. Sometimes these elements can add beauty to the season, but, in many cases, they also add danger – particularly in the form of snow and ice on sidewalks, driveways, and other areas that can be slip and fall hazards. Snow and ice is a matter of public safety in New York. Because of that, sidewalks and other walkways must be kept clear. Homeowners, property managers, and […]
No CommentsRidesharing apps have changed how people get from place to place. These reasonably-priced, accessible transportation options, such as Lyft and Uber, have also brought something else along with them: Questions about personal injury claims if you’re injured while using one. After all, Uber and Lyft drivers are not immune to accidents on New York streets. The real question is: What can you do if you are involved in an accident in a rideshare? Who is […]
No CommentsMany people are under the impression that bad things simply don’t happen to some people, especially people who are well-connected or wealthy. But that’s simply not the case. Medical malpractice can happen to anyone. Trevor Noah, the host of “The Daily Show,” is suing a New York hospital, claiming that professional negligence involved in his case has left him with severe and permanent injuries. He is accusing the doctor and hospital of failing to properly […]
No CommentsThe death of someone you love is traumatic, and it’s even worse if that death was wrongful – which happens more in New York than you may think. In Long Island, for example, the family of a high school basketball star is suing a town for his wrongful death. They maintain the crash could have been prevented if the town had maintained the roads better and had road proper signs. Another Syracuse wrongful death suit […]
No CommentsPeople, including parents, buy children toys because they love them. Play is an important part of development, after all, and toys encourage children to use their minds in ways that have a lot of benefits for them in the long run. The problem is that for many different reasons, some toys simply aren’t safe. What was given as a way to help a child explore the world can end in injury – which can sometimes […]
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