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Reasons Truck Accidents Happen in New York

Trucking accidents happen every day in New York and cause serious injuries. Consider these recent examples: One woman died when a box truck struck her car while traveling on I-90 near Lancaster. A highway patrol officer and a firefighter were injured when a tractor-trailer failed to move over for stopped emergency vehicles on the Long Island Expressway. The tractor-trailer crashed into the firetruck, then jackknifed and collided with the highway patrol cruiser. A tractor-trailer involved […]

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‘Tis the Season for Parties – Can You Sue a NY Nightclub If You Fall?

Nightclub Accidents Personal Injury Slip and Fall

Crazy things can happen at holiday parties. Who hasn’t heard stories of people getting drunk and wild at office get-togethers? Or had to deal with family members who enjoy a bit too much “adult” egg nog? Now imagine the typical holiday party vibe at a nightclub. Dancing. Drinking. Complete strangers. And all the emotions that come with the holidays. Insanity, right? Even with the added craziness of the holidays, clubs can get crazy. Like the […]

On November 29, 2018 by

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Can Someone Else Be Negligent in a NY Single-Car Accident?

Auto Accident Car Accidents Single Vehicle Accidents

If you have a single-car accident, are you automatically to blame? Not necessarily. A skilled New York auto accident attorney can help you recognize it when another’s negligence may be responsible – and therefore liable for damages. Single-Car Accidents in New York These types of situations have caused thousands of single-car accidents in New York – and may have caused your accident as well. A pedestrian jumps out into your driving lane A person in […]

On November 26, 2018 by

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Hurt on a Train? Our Accident Lawyers Explain Train Accident Liability

Railroad Accidents Train Accidents

Consider these recent stories of train accidents. In June, one person was killed after being struck by a train in East Rochester. Only three days before, a 22-year-old man was killed by a train in Perinton. In July, one person was killed by a commuter train in Long Island. In South Carolina earlier this year, an Amtrak passenger train crashed into a parked freight train. If you were hurt in a train accident like one […]

On November 9, 2018 by

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Responsibilities NY Drivers and Pedestrians Have to Each Other

Pedestrian Accidents

It’s true that pedestrians usually have the right-of-way, and that motorists bear most of the responsibility in ensuring everyone’s safety. However, pedestrians have certain responsibilities and rules they must follow to keep themselves safe, too. You may have noticed reminders in your community recently about pedestrian safety. Check out more about programs for your specific community by contacting the GTSC. In the meantime, let’s brush up on exactly what each traveler – by car and […]

On November 8, 2018 by

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Do NY Rideshare Benefits Outweigh Crash Complications?

Accidents Car Accidents Uber or Lyft Accidents

Millions of New Yorkers are using rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to stay mobile. Most of the time these rides are relatively uneventful. Not always, though. Crashes do happen, and when they do, figuring out liability can be complicated and time-consuming. You will almost certainly need the help of an experienced NY auto accident attorney to make sure you don’t get stuck with the bill if you are injured. Despite this, there are a […]

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Bystanders: The Other Victims of New York Construction Accidents

Construction Accidents

New York never sleeps, and it never stops just for a construction project. As buildings are being built and renovated, New Yorkers are walking by, heading to work, and minding their own business. Unfortunately, these bystanders may be putting themselves in danger simply by being around a construction site. When we talk about New York construction accidents, we often talk about workers as victims. However, countless bystanders have also been victims of injuries due to […]

On October 25, 2018 by

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What NYers Should Know about Drunk Driving on Halloween

Car Accidents Drunk Driving Accidents DUI Accidents

Between parties, trick-or-treating, and other festivities, Halloween is one of the busiest nights on the road for pedestrians and motorists alike. Unfortunately, Halloween is also a busy night for drunk drivers. In fact, Halloween is one of the most deadly nights on the road, with drunk driving accidents and fatalities surpassing even those of New Year’s Eve. How bad is it? Forty-four percent of car accidents on Halloween and the weekend prior involve drunk drivers, […]

On October 12, 2018 by

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How Does New York Handle Dog Bite Injuries?

Dog Bite Injury

If you get injured by a dog bite in New York, you may be surprised how the law applies to your case. In this post, we’re going to share stories of a couple of different recent situations where people were bitten by dogs, then let you know how claims work if you want to seek compensation. Stories of Dog Bites If a dog attacks you or someone you know, you can legally fight back to […]

On October 5, 2018 by

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Over 25% of Older Adults Fall Each Year – What NY Seniors Can Do

Elderly Accidents Slip and Fall

Over one million U.S. residents seek emergency help for slip and fall injuries every year, and seniors are more likely to fall than the average person. It’s just a fact, and if you or someone you love is getting up in years, it’s one you have to accept. Over 25 percent of seniors fall each year, and an initial fall raises the risk of a subsequent fall by 50 percent. A slip and fall injury […]

On September 27, 2018 by

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Reasons Truck Accidents Happen in New York

‘Tis the Season for Parties – Can You Sue a NY Nightclub If You Fall?

Can Someone Else Be Negligent in a NY Single-Car Accident?

Hurt on a Train? Our Accident Lawyers Explain Train Accident Liability

Responsibilities NY Drivers and Pedestrians Have to Each Other

Do NY Rideshare Benefits Outweigh Crash Complications?

Bystanders: The Other Victims of New York Construction Accidents

What NYers Should Know about Drunk Driving on Halloween

How Does New York Handle Dog Bite Injuries?

Over 25% of Older Adults Fall Each Year – What NY Seniors Can Do

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