Slip & Fall Injuries | February 23, 2024

A Guide to Safety and Legal Rights Winter in New York City presents unique challenges. Icy sidewalks, slush-filled crosswalks, and snow-laden roads are common. These conditions significantly increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls, as well as traffic accidents. Understanding these risks is the first step in prevention. As a successful NYC personal injury… read more

Slip & Fall Injuries,Uncategorized | January 19, 2024

The Reality of Winter Slip and Falls in NYC Slip and fall accidents spike during the winter months. Icy sidewalks, snow-covered steps, and slippery public spaces become common. These conditions pose a risk to physical well-being and can also lead to complex legal situations.  Identifying Common Winter Hazards Legal Responsibilities and Liabilities In New York… read more

Slip & Fall Injuries | December 29, 2023

Winter in New York City brings with it icy sidewalks and slippery streets, creating hazardous conditions for pedestrians. It is essential for residents and visitors alike to understand their rights if they fall victim to a slip and fall accident on these treacherous surfaces.  Understanding the Risks of Winter Walking in NYC In Winter New… read more

Slip & Fall Injuries | December 22, 2023

As a personal injury lawyer in New York City, we’ve had numerous clients who’ve fallen due to defective conditions and suffered serious injuries as a result. The key to a successful legal outcome lies in thorough and effective documentation of the accident. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to document your… read more

Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries | August 11, 2023

Tripping on an uneven sidewalk, slipping on a wet floor, tripping on a defective staircase or step in a building or falling over an object in your path can be embarrassing, but in many cases the damage is not merely to one’s ego. According to the New York State Department of Health, slip, trip and… read more

Accident,Construction Accidents,Lawsuit,Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries | October 21, 2021

Data compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that New York ranks among the safest states for workplace injuries. Even so, over 140,000 New York workers were injured on the job in 2019, and over 78,000 of those injuries were serious enough to lead to missed workdays, significant medical expenses, or permanent impairment. Most… read more

Accident,Bicycle Accidents,Car Accident,Claims,Construction Accidents,Motorcycle Accident,Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries,Train Accidents,Truck Accidents | February 22, 2021

Most personal injury cases in New York are settled out of court. However, in some cases, insurance companies are unwilling to offer enough to fully compensate a victim for their damages. In those cases, a lawsuit may be necessary. The first step in filing a lawsuit is determining where to file. The suit may be… read more

Accident,Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries | December 14, 2020

Did you trip and fall and suffer a serious personal injury? You are not alone. Hazardous conditions like broken, cracked NYC sidewalks and icy walkways, missing and broken tiles, cracked steps, and uneven surfaces in the subways, and poorly maintained floors and elevators elevators in residential and commercial buildings lead to hundreds of injuries, and even some… read more

Accident,Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries | November 7, 2020

Our injured client, a 61-year old female home attendant, tripped and fell, when an employee at the St. Barnabas Hospital Occupational Therapy Department unthinkingly placed a step stool directly behind our client’s feet, just as our client’s back was turned to help her own patient get ready for occupational therapy. Our client took one step… read more

Lawsuit,Personal Injury,Slip & Fall Injuries | May 20, 2019

Try Or Settle? Should Plaintiff Settle Her Trip And Fall Case When She Has A Fractured Leg Requiring Surgery? Our injured client, a 61-year old female home attendant, tripped and fell, when an employee at the St. Barnabas Hospital Occupational Therapy Department unthinkingly placed a step stool directly behind our client’s feet, just as our… read more