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Does New York Have a One-Bite Rule?
Dog owners are responsible for their animals’ behavior. New York now has rules in place that hold dog owners strictly liable when their dog attacks another person. Liability is automatic, even if the dog has never bitten anyone before or the owner tried to keep the dog restrained. There are many avenues for compensation. Find out what they are.
Why Explosions Are So Common in New York City and How to Attain an Explosion Accident Lawyer
The city is rife with construction work all around. A large part of that work is dedicated to pipelines that can, from time to time, cause hazardous explosions. Without proper adherence to safety regulations, both workers, residents, and pedestrians alike, are in serious danger. Learn what causes these accidents and how to take appropriate legal action.
Types of Truck Accidents in New York
As there are different kinds of trucks, so are the types of accidents that they cause in New York City. Every day, cars, motorcycles, bikes, and pedestrians are at the helm of these motor vehicle behemoths. Learn what causes these truck accidents and what type of compensation you’re potentially eligible for after getting injured.
New York Commercial Work
Truck Accidents
Commercial work trucks are being driven everywhere across New York City. Truck accidents on their own are dangerous and cause serious injury. Now imagine these big rigs navigating some of the most congested and narrow streets in the country. Collisions are bound to happen, but missing out on compensation does not have to be the result. Find out what it takes to seek recovery.
It’s normal to have questions after any accident, especially when it’s related to construction. Any workplace injury on a construction site can have devastating consequences, including physical injuries and financial vulnerability. Thankfully, New York State laws protect workers, and our law firm ensures that every injury or fatality is compensated for.
Over the past couple years, the pandemic has created chaos on supply chains around the world. Building materials are in short supply and prices have spiked. As a result, we are witnessing increased project and building costs that are affecting contractors, consumers and insurers alike.
Why Is I-87 in Rockland in the Top Five Dangerous Roads in New York?
It may not be a cliff hanger in the middle of the rocky mountains, but I-87 pulls its punch when it comes to danger. Perhaps a hazard in disguise, the Interstate has on the highest levels of congestion and traffic volume in the state. As with any commuter highway, stop-and-go accidents can rack up quite significantly year by year.
How Do the Narrow and Twisting Roads in Rockland County Cause Car Accidents?
Rockland County can be described as a gateway from New York City to the rest of upstate. This can bring along a lot of inexperienced city drivers onto the harsh roads that Rockland has to offer. From weather-related incidents to constant construction work along its most famous routes, the county is not always a drive in the park.
What Is Comparative Negligence in
New York?
Personal injury cases can be complex when it comes to fault. Thankfully, the State of New York approaches the issue pragmatically. Fault can range in percentages between two or more parties. Depending on the circumstances and prior notice, you can seek compensation for your injuries. Learn how the law works and how to best use it.
Staten Island Accounts for a Quarter of New York City’s Traffic Crash-Related Child Fatalities
Though smaller in population and size, Staten Island boasts the highest highway mileage per capita than any other borough. In turn, this increases dependency upon automobiles and the island struggles to protect its adolescent demographic. Learn how the lack of pedestrian infrastructure and high-speed limits play a role in the crisis.
Why Does Queens Have a High Number of Bus-to-Car Collisions?
Queens has a high portion of buses driving through its roads relative to its neighboring boroughs. The mixture of buses, cars, bicycles, and pedestrians heightens the risk of dangerous accidents waiting to happen. Find out what causes bus accidents and why Queens is such a hot spot for them.
How Does Poor Road Infrastructure Lead to Car Accidents in Queens?
Queens is riddled with poor road infrastructure. In addition to traffic inconvenience and vehicles’ tire weariness, it stands firm as one of the top contributing factors in car accidents. While it seems unlikely, there are legal avenues to hold parties responsible. Find out who is accountable and how to act.
