When New York drivers agree to give someone a ride, they have a duty to try to keep that passenger safe on the roadway. Getting behind the wheel while intoxicated is never safe and often leads to car accidents. One man was recently killed while riding with a driver...
There may be many reasons an accident might occur at a workplace, especially when working at a construction site. Construction accidents may result from equipment malfunctions, generally unsafe conditions or even simple mistakes. One New York worker was recently...
Walking can be a great form of exercise and sometimes it is a more efficient way to get from one point to another compared to driving a car. Those who choose to walk should not have to be afraid of crossing the street. However, the unfortunate reality is that many...
In the face of a federal civil rights lawsuit, the NYPD has cut back on its stop-and-frisk practices and "broken windows" policing overall. Since the 1990s, the department had been aggressively enforcing minor offenses such as public drinking or riding a bike on the...
There can be many reasons a construction worker might get hurt on the job. From falls to machinery failures, construction accidents are not uncommon. However, some injuries occur in ways companies do not expect. Two New York construction workers were recently injured...
It is never acceptable to drive after consuming alcohol. However, many reckless drivers attempt to do so on a regular basis. This is a common cause of car accidents in New York and across the country. One person was recently killed and another injured in a wreck...
Construction work can be hazardous. Whether working to build a New York skyscraper or to pave a roadway, construction accidents that result in severe injuries are not uncommon. One worker recently suffered injuries in an accident involving an asphalt roller. Officials...
An automobile collision can happen in a matter of seconds. This is why it is so important for New York drivers to be aware of their surroundings. When inattentive drivers cause car accidents, those involved may suffer serious injuries. A 3-year-old girl was recently...
Anyone working in the construction industry knows that things can go wrong even when precautions are taken. When all possible safeguards are not in place, construction accidents are even more likely to happen. Six New York workers were recently injured in one such...
Whenever drivers get behind the wheel, they must take not only their safety into consideration, but the safety of everyone on the road. In New York and across the country, drivers must pay attention to their surroundings to insure that car accidents do not happen....
