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NYers: This Holiday Season, Watch Elderly Loved Ones for Abuse Signs

When you entrust your loved one to the care of someone else in a nursing home, it’s a big decision. No matter how much due diligence you do, you may not be able to guarantee that your loved one isn’t abused or neglected at the hands of others that you trust. A New York Times story showed just how prevalent nursing home abuse and neglect can be. It found that several thousand serious incidences – […]

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Pedestrians Need to Watch Out Over the Holidays in NY

The holidays are associated with many things, from amazingly decorated trees to sales to spending precious time with friends and family. But one thing that is unfortunately associated with holidays in New York is injuries, especially to pedestrians. In New York, pedestrians are everywhere. They’re often distracted, as well as drivers, which leads to more accidents. That’s why if you’re planning on doing some of your holiday shopping in the city, it’s a good idea […]

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Common Injuries That NYers Suffer Decorating for the Holidays

The holidays are here! For many people that means it’s time to take a break from work and spend time with the people you care about the most in your life. However, for many New Yorkers, the holidays make for a very busy time of the year, too. Due to all this rushing, it’s a season of the year in which people tend to get injured. What a way to usher in the holidays. To […]

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How to Avoid a NY Escalator Accident — Even If One Is Malfunctioning

Escalators are part of many people’s everyday lives. That means that, often, you probably don’t think twice about using an escalator. The dangers they present may not even cross your mind. However, escalators do cause injuries to many New Yorkers every year. The truth is that, while little children and older adults may be at a higher risk of being injured on an escalator, anyone can suffer from serious injuries caused by them. That’s why […]

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Take Care to Avoid These Common Black Friday Injuries

Black Friday sales may offer some awesome deals and once-a-year sales, but it’s also a day that can end in an injury. This could alter the path of your life forever. After quarantine, the consumer mobs will likely be back in full force for Black Friday festivities this year. It’s important to be prepared if you’re going to brave the New York crowds to score some good deals. Otherwise, you may end up leaving with […]

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NY Traumatic Brain Injury: You Could Get Compensation

Traumatic brain injuries can be devastating. These types of injuries can be caused by a variety of things, from a fall to an assault to a car accident. No matter the reason, traumatic brain injures that occur in New York are often completely preventable and happen as a result of negligence on behalf of another party. If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury in New York, you can receive compensation. Here’s what you need […]

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What Can You Do If Your Child Is Injured at a Friend’s House in NY?

Children are social creatures. They love to get together with their friends to play or hang out – it’s just the nature of kids! And while, as a parent, you may do your best to ensure your child is safe no matter where they go, accidents do happen. This leads to an interesting and perplexing question: what can you do if your child is injured at a friend’s house? There are so many ways that […]

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Can You Sue For NY Thanksgiving Food Poisoning?

Food poisoning happens. While it may be the last thing you expect to get after a night out, it’s something that impacts the lives of thousands of New Yorkers every year. The question is: What, if anything, can you do about when it happens to you? If food poisoning strikes, you have rights. Here’s what you need to know about food poisoning and how to hold someone responsible for damages after making you or your […]

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New York Car Accident Injuries: Your Guide to Getting Compensation

A car accident can be one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through. It’s costly not just because of damage that may be done to your vehicle, but also the harm that can be done to you or any passengers. Medical bills that result from injuries due to car accidents can feel overwhelming, and if you’re unable to work because of your injuries, it can be even worse. If you’re facing mounting […]

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Dangerous Products for NYers: Who Is Responsible?

When a product is purchased for you or someone you love, you expect it to be safe to use. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case – as many parents are finding out due to a popular new toy trend. One of the latest popular toys on the market may also be unsafe for children. Powerful magnetic cubes and balls have been recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, because they present a danger of […]

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