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Construction-related injuries and deaths have increased significantly in New York City as construction activity as soared, according to a recent report in the New York Post. The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) reported that eight people were killed in construction accidents in the first seven months of 2018 compared to four deaths during the same period […]

Firefighters, police and other emergency responders assume a risk of injury as part of their job duties. But if they are injured because of other factors — such as a property owner’s negligence — they may have legal recourse beyond workers’ compensation. An emergency responder may seek compensation for injuries from a property owner whose act or failure to […]

It’s well-known that distracted driving is one of the most frequent causes of car accidents in New York City and across our country. While drivers and lawmakers acknowledge the problem, a new study suggests that car makers may be contributing to distracted driving accidents rather than trying to minimize driver distractions. Whenever drivers turn to talk to […]

Winter months lead to frigid temperatures, fewer hours of daylight, and frequent snow and freezing rains. Winter weather can create treacherous work conditions for construction workers who are exposed to the elements. These adverse conditions can lead to serious injury accidents or death. It is an undeniable fact that the dangers of winter weather contribute […]

Using Airbnb, New York residents are able to rent out their home, apartment or condo to overnight guests. This service has become extremely popular. According to reporting from Forbes, as of July 2016, there were 41,373 active Airbnb listings in NYC alone. Listing a property on Airbnb can be a good way to make some extra […]

In the past few years, ridesharing has become extremely popular in New York and throughout the country. Many consumers find ridesharing services, such as Uber and Lyft, to be convenient and cost-effective options. In fact, the New York Post has reported that there are actually more Uber drivers on the road in New York City than there […]

In April 2015, the New York Daily News reported that a fully autonomous self-driving car had successfully completed a cross-country trip. The 3,400-mile journey took the car from San Francisco to Manhattan. It was an impressive display of cutting-edge technology. Self-driving vehicle technology has the potential to provide many benefits for drivers in the near future. In […]

While distracted driving can cause injuries and death, and is a major concern in New York City and the rest of the country, the dangers of distracted walking should not be ignored. The consequences of listening to music while walking, texting, or looking down at a cellphone could be serious. Injury Facts 2015, published by the National Safety Council, […]

A New Parent’s Guide to Household Safety in New York City Bringing home a baby is a joyous occasion. But for new parents, it can also be a little scary. One of your primary duties is to keep your newborn safe, and a household is filled with potential dangers. No doubt you’ve already thought about […]

The 12,000-year relationship between humans and dogs has been mostly a mutually beneficial one. As hunters, protectors and companions, dogs have contributed to humans’ quality of life and earned the title of “man’s best friend.” But while humans have taken canines out of the wild, we haven’t managed to fully take the wild out of […]

A fall can lead to serious injuries or death, especially among older adults. In 2010, 2.3 million nonfatal fall injuries among older adults (age 65 and older) were treated in emergency rooms and more than 662,000 of these patients were hospitalized, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports. Falls are the leading cause of injury among […]