Construction site accidents are dangerous—and extremely common. Therefore, if you work in the construction industry, it’s important to know what steps to take following an accident. One important step to take after a construction site accident is gathering evidence. Evidence is often the key to a successful construction site accident claim....
The New York subway system is owned by the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA). However, the NYCTA operates under the authority and direction of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Therefore, the MTA may be liable for certain injuries and fatalities that occur on the subway. In addition, depending...
Pedestrian accidents are becoming increasingly common, particularly with the advent of smartphones, which have drastically increased the number of distracted drivers on the road. In fact, in 2019 alone, over 6,000 people were killed in pedestrian accidents. Although some accidents are unavoidable, there are specific steps you can...
We entrust nurses and other medical professionals with our well-being and health. Usually, they do a great job at caring for us and our loved ones. Sometimes, however, they fail to provide the level of care required of them—and this often results in serious injuries. Fortunately, if you or a loved one...
Burns are among the most serious injuries a person can suffer. Like other serious injuries, burns can have multiple negative effects on victims’ lives. If you are a burn injury victim, it is imperative that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. In this article, we examine common causes of...
A spinal cord injury is one of the most serious ailments a person can suffer. The effects of a spinal cord injury extend far beyond the spine itself. The long-term effects of spinal cord injuries can touch upon everything from organ function to bone health, and they often leave victims partially...
Jobs in the construction industry are among the most dangerous of any profession in the United States. Construction workers routinely suffer serious injuries while on the job. Unfortunately, many of these injuries result in death. Fatalities on construction sites are often preventable and the result of employer negligence. When...
Paralysis is the inability to move a part of the body. This condition can be temporary or permanent. Most types of paralysis are the result of nerve damage rather than an injury to the part of the body that is left paralyzed. This condition, which is almost always life changing, has...
Unlike cars and other passenger vehicles, motorcycles aren’t enclosed. Therefore, it’s no surprise that motorcycle accidents tend to cause more serious injuries than other types of automobile accidents. And to make matters worse, since motorcycles are smaller and lighter than other types of vehicles, drivers often have difficulty spotting them on...
Many people in large cities rely exclusively on public transit to get around, and New York is no exception. In fact, New York City has an expansive and accessible public transit system that is used by millions of people each day. Fortunately, most people use New York’s public transit system without incident....
