Category Archives: Personal Injury
10-Year-Old Fatally Struck While Walking to School in Brooklyn
Children continue to lose their lives in Brooklyn due to preventable crashes. A recent incident has claimed the life of a 10-year-old child in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, and local residents are now mourning the loss during what should have been a joyous Passover celebration. If a pedestrian crash has harmed you or someone… Read More »
New 20-MPH Limit in NYC: Could It Help Those Injured in Car Accidents
A new speed limit of 20 miles per hour might be coming to New York City sooner than many motorists realize. If you do not own a vehicle, you might assume that this law does not affect you. However, it may provide you with an easier pathway to compensation after bike or pedestrian accidents… Read More »
Long Island Woman Steals Police Car After Causing Fatal DWI Accident
Intoxicated drivers create serious hazards on New York streets. Even after crashing their vehicles and killing innocent people, they may continue to wreak havoc. Some drunk drivers ditch their crashed vehicles, jump into other cars, and repeat the pattern all over again. This is exactly what happened when a drunk driver in Long Island… Read More »
Accident Involving Two Bicycles Highlights New Hazards in Manhattan
Bicycles are a common sight in Manhattan, with many people preferring these two-wheeled vehicles amidst the plethora of traffic jams in New York’s beating heart. Bicycles represent a sustainable, affordable choice – but they also pose numerous subtle hazards. A recent collision between two bicycles in Manhattan highlights just how dangerous these vehicles can… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed After Hit-and-Run in the Bronx
The Bronx is struggling with a “hit-and-run” epidemic, and these incidents appear to be occurring on an almost daily basis. The latest incident involved not one but two vehicles striking and killing a man who was simply trying to cross a road. The prevalence of hit-and-runs in the Bronx speaks to a worrying lack… Read More »
Fatal Scooter Hit and Run Reported in the Bronx
The rising popularity of scooters in New York City is perhaps no surprise given the high rate of inflation and economic uncertainty. But while downsizing to a scooter might make financial sense, it puts residents of the Bronx in direct danger. The hazards, of course, are posed by negligent drivers – and a recent… Read More »
Brooklyn Buildings Are Collapsing Before Our Eyes – And People Are Dying
Collapsing buildings in Brooklyn throw doubt on whether this city can truly be called the heart of an American empire. Structural collapses not only cause a lack of confidence in the United States, but they also cause various injuries and deaths. Two recent incidents in Brooklyn highlight these concerns with alarming clarity – and… Read More »
Can You Sue After a Blown-Tire Accident in Forest Hills?
A tire blowout crash in Forest Hills can easily lead to serious injuries, and you might be wondering how you can possibly pursue compensation after this type of incident. A blown-out tire can cause you to veer off the road – potentially hitting poles, trees, other vehicles, or even pedestrians. Maybe you believe that… Read More »
Restaurant Patrons, Seniors, and Toddlers Threatened by Motorists in Brooklyn
A slew of collisions throughout Brooklyn have endangered numerous restaurant patrons, seniors, and even small children. To say that drivers are “out of control” is a bit of an understatement – and innocent people are paying the price. If you were injured in a storefront collision or a hit-and-run pedestrian crash, you might be… Read More »
Can I Still Sue After Running a Red Light on My Bicycle in the Bronx?
Cyclists may be tempted to run red lights in the Bronx – especially when an intersection seems empty. After all, your potential to cause harm is relatively small given the nature of your vehicle. However, it is important to also consider the threat other vehicles pose to you in this scenario. If you’re not… Read More »
