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FAQ’s About Wrongful Death Caused by Drunk Driving
What You Should Know About Drunk Driving Deaths. The following are some frequently asked questions about wrongful death caused by drunk driving. How many deaths result from drunk driving? NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) reports that drunken...
How Can You Help Your Case if You Are Injured in a Car Accident?
What You Should Know About Car Accident Cases If you are injured in a car accident, knowing what to do can help your attorney to achieve a favorable outcome for your case. There are definite steps you can take for gathering evidence that assist your representation...
What Distracted Driving Has to Do with Car Accidents
How Dangerous Is Distracted Driving? Distracted driving can be as dangerous if not more so than drunk driving. However, analysis of it as a factor in car accidents is a more recent development. This is true especially in regards to cell phone use. In contrast, for...
New York Scaffold Law FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About New York Scaffold Law The NY Scaffold Law, also known as Labor Law 240/241 provides protection for construction workers and pedestrians against falling debris, falls from heights and other gravity related injuries at unsafe...
The Difference Between Third Party Construction Accident Lawsuits and Workers Compensation
What Financial Help Can You Receive for Construction Accidents? Third party construction accident lawsuits seek compensation from a party other than your employer. In the construction industry, this would typically be the general contractor or building owner in a...
NY Construction Accident FAQs
Do You Have Questions About NY Construction Site Accidents? A New York construction accident can leave you with many questions, and you may not understand your legal rights. Here are some common questions clients ask about construction accidents. What is your first...
NY Construction Accidents: OSHA’s Role
How Does OSHA Help Prevent Construction Accidents? NY construction accidents still occur despite the efforts of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), which offers programs and guidelines to prevent workplace injuries and deaths. It also regulates...
New York Scaffold Law: Arguments Against and For It
NYS Labor Law § 240/241 The New York Scaffold Law has been the subject of debate for a number of years. One of the influencing factors is that New York is the only state in the nation to have such a law. Facts About the New York Scaffold Law The state legislature...
Falling Debris Accident Kills Woman in Flushing Queens
Building Owners Are Responsible for Safety Issues Falling debris killed a 67-year old woman in Flushing on January 16, 2020. Gusting winds blew down a sign that struck the woman as she was walking down the sidewalk. The Queens Examiner reported that the sign was from...
Motorcycle Accidents: Why Wearing Helmets Are Important
If You Were Not Wearing a Helmet, Will It Affect Your Accident Case? Wearing a helmet can help prevent a serious injury or even save a life in motorcycle accidents. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that severe head injuries are common in fatal...
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