Youth Football and the Risk of Brain Injury
Are We OK with Youth Football and the Risk of Brain Injury? Young football players are at greater risk of brain injury than we know or “than many parents and coaches would find acceptable,” according to two health researchers writing for the Washington Post recently. The two experts, Robert C. Cantu, a neurologist at Boston […]
Deadly NYC Elevator Accident
On the morning of August 22, 2019, an NYC man died in an elevator accident due to crush injuries after being wedged between a wall and an elevator shaft. The elevator suddenly dropped as he exited the elevator into the lobby. Authorities pronounced him dead at the scene of the accident. Inspectors attribute the elevator accident […]
Fixing an incorrect police report
People injured in a car accident typically report it to the police. The responding officer takes note of the drivers, witnesses, damage, and accident description. He or she may even take note of who caused the accident. As you can imagine, the police report plays a critical role when pursuing a Long Island Personal Injury […]
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage in New York
Some motorists in New York decide to drive without first obtaining adequate insurance. A recent study even reveals that the number of uninsured motor vehicle operators is slowly rising. Current statistics suggest that approximately 5% of motor vehicle drivers in New York lack insurance. For this reason, drivers in New York need to make certain […]
Child Injuries from Home Elevators are Preventable
A report in The Washington Post details the long-standing hazard of elevator entrapment injury and death posed to children in homes with residential elevators. The problem, the report says, has led to at least eight deaths since 1981 and more than 100 other accidents causing injuries to children, “despite a simple solution.” The report describes […]
New York Cyclist Fatalities Surpassed 2018 Numbers
Bicycle accidents are claiming lives at an alarming rate in New York City this year. As of July 24, there had been 17 cyclist deaths in NYC since the start of 2019, according to an NBC 4 report. There were 10 cyclist fatalities in NYC in all of 2018. There were two bicyclist fatalities and […]
Choosing an Accident Attorney
How to Choose an Accident Attorney in Long Island Anyone can be involved in a personal injury lawyer in Long Island at anytime, and anywhere – even in Long Island. If you or a loved one is injured in an accident, a skilled Long Island personal injury attorney can help increase the strength of your […]
Strains, Fractures, and Dislocations: A Personal Injury Law Perspective
Soft tissue and bone injuries are more than just a minor inconvenience for most individuals. Strains, fractures, and dislocations lead to other issues even after treatment. The long-lasting effects of sprains and fracture injuries may limit one’s range-of-motion and cause chronic pain. As personal injury lawyer in Long Island in Long Island, we see how […]
Avoid Becoming a Victim of Medical Malpractice
What is Medical Malpractice? There are 98,000 medical malpractices related deaths in the United States every year. Every medical procedure carries an element of risk, and while there is no guarantee of a ensuring a positive outcome, there are ways you can help your doctor minimize your risk of becoming a medical malpractice victim. Medical […]
