How to Minimize Construction Site Dangers During the Pandemic In New York
Now that we know that the COVID-19 pandemic will be around for another year or two, we must make sure that all construction site employers follow the best safety guidelines. To help meet this challenge, OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has created detailed workplace recommendations. Since these guidelines are rather comprehensive, it will […]
EP03 S01: Car Accident Lawsuit and Slip & Fall Lawsuit for over $1,000,000.00: A Trial Story
In this episode, two quick trial stories, two trials I did in 2019, last year, before the COVID-19 pandemic. One was a car crash, a lady was driving to work and a police officer blew a stop sign and hit her, and she ended up having a surgery on her neck known as a fusion, […]
EP02 S01: Will Covid-19 Impact My Personal Injury Lawsuit?
A lot of clients have been asking if I can’t go to my doctor because of COVID-19, is it going to hurt my case? Pick Your Favorite Channel: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSS Full Transcript: Welcome to Trial Stories, an informative discussion of civil justice, with a focus on the human story. I’m your host, Arkady Frekhtman, a […]
EP01 S01: New York Bicycle Accident Lawyers: A Trial Story
Bicycle Accident Lawyers tell a Trial Story from a bike vs. car crash jury trial in 2019 Pick Your Favorite Channel: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSS Full Transcript: Welcome to trial stories. An informative discussion of civil justice with a focus on the human story. I’m your host, Arkady Frekhtman, a New York City trial lawyer passionate about […]
New Claims Can Still Be Filed in 2020 by 9/11 Victims with Cancer & Other Diseases
While many of us are busy sorting out COVID-19 health and basic life problems, other Americans are having to evaluate their medical conditions related to 9/11 injuries and the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program. Once a 9/11 survivor’s medical condition has been formally certified – for cancer or another disease – based on the […]
Spinal Cord Accident Injuries Often Lead to Corpectomies or Discectomies
Serious accidents that include motor vehicle collisions, ceiling collapses and major falls at work often cause countless people to suffer spinal cord injuries. Fortunately, many of these patients respond well to conservative treatments like physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage, acupuncture, or epidural steroid injections. However, some patients may always require some form of surgery – […]
Will Motorcycle Accidents Increase Once the Covid19 Pandemic is Over
Despite the major decline in traffic on many New York City streets during the pandemic, serious injury and fatal motorcycle accidents continue. All too often, motor vehicle drivers simply fail to drive cautiously while traveling near motorcycles. And accident investigations reveal that many of the innocent motorcycle accident victims either die on the street or […]
Giving a Child a Doll with Special Needs Promotes Acceptance & Healing
All children have a deep desire to be accepted for who they are and to simply blend in with their peers. Unfortunately, many children with noticeable physical disabilities are often subject to ridicule and bullying by others. When you give disabled children dolls with visible disabilities, you can help them gain greater self-acceptance. And social […]
Adaptive Clothing Can Make Life Easier for the Disabled
After surviving major accidents and surgeries, many of the newly disabled must address unexpected life challenges. For example, they must find clothes that help minimize their pain and discomfort while dressing each day and trying to increase their mobility. Others disabled people must either search for clothing that will not interfere with their care while […]
Virtual Reality Therapy Helps the Disabled Improve Their Health
Recreational therapists are currently helping many disabled veterans and other patients by teaching them to use virtual reality “goggles” during treatment sessions. Once people can “see” or virtually experience enjoyable activities, they begin to realize that they can still set new goals for their lives and move forward with greater optimism. General accident victims can […]