29 May

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New York Construction Site Accident Lawyers Discuss Building Stairway Accidents in the Workplace

in Accident Injuries, Construction Accidents, Workers Compensation

Given the constant pressure to quickly erect all new business and residential skyscrapers, it’s a wonder that stairway injury and fatality statistics aren’t even higher. One study indicates that during one year alone, over eight million people required medical treatment for fall-related injuries. Furthermore, the National Safety Council and the Bureau of Labor Statistics have both noted that falls remain the number two cause of workplace fatalities. When it comes to safely use stairways, we all need to stop and reassess the risks involved. After all, 80% of falls on stairways are due to people’s poor choices – as opposed to...

27 May

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NYC Police Brutality & Excessive Force: Statistics & Real Cases

Posted by Arkady

in Accident Injuries, Crime and Assault Injuries, Police Abuse

Nearly every month, new cases of potential New York City police brutality or misconduct are reported to authorities, covered by the press or referenced in court filings. While many may never reach the settlement stage before they’re dismissed, dozens of others may eventually wind up costing taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars. All too often, public officials state that most claims filed against the NYPD are false or exaggerated – yet no one can make excuses for the terrible damage done to so many people’s lives by the misconduct of such former NYPD detectives as Brooklyn’s Louis Carcella. Helping to convict...

23 May

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Accident Lawyer in New York Emphasizes Pool Safety, Especially for Children

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries

Swimming pools provide many opportunities for fun and healthy activity. They can also pose a risk to people, particularly children. If you've been using a pool this summer, whether on private land or in a public facility, you need to be mindful of the risks to yourself and to your loved ones. A 2012 report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shares data on how drowning is a leading cause of death for children between the ages of one and four, with African American and Hispanic children especially vulnerable. Along with fatal drowning, it's also possible to sustain permanent, life-altering...

22 May

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Charter and City Bus Accidents Remain a Dangerous Threat

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Bus Accidents

Three people died and 16 others were injured in one of the most serious bus accidents recently in New York City. A speeding chartered bus (traveling at about 58 miles per hour) ran a red light in Queens and hit an MTA bus on September 18, 2017. The entire event was caught on a nearby video surveillance camera showing the danger to NYC from bus accidents. The improper speed of the chartered bus sealed the fate of many. Those who perished included the chartered bus driver, a pedestrian, and a passenger on the MTA bus. Within twenty-four hours, National Transportation...

17 May

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The Dangerous Increase in NYC Speeding Drivers During the COVID-19 Crisis

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in Accident Injuries, Accident News, Accidents

Speeding Drivers During the COVID-19 Crisis

Too many careless drivers are now either speeding or street racing on New York City roadways. This odd behavior poses a major threat to the safety of those on foot or riding bicycles. It also robs all New Yorkers of the chance to quietly stroll down city streets while going to pick up groceries – or simply get some much-needed exercise. Those breaking the law while speeding need to find more mature ways to cope with their frustrations. The New York Times states in one article that speeds have risen by 288% in one section of town. After reviewing several speeding accidents...

15 May

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Head-On Collisions Remain a Deadly Threat to Many

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Car Accidents, Crash Injuries, Vehicle Accidents

Unfortunately, head-on collisions can be devastating to witness and hard for first responders to handle. And all too often, survivors must endure lengthy treatment regimens and complete long-term rehabilitation programs. However, our law firm’s experience in handling these types of major accident claims can help clients win sizeable settlement awards or fully comprehensive verdicts. Once you contact our office, we will carefully review the facts of your case to see if there’s clear proof that another party negligently caused your accident. In some cases, you may still be able to recover for your injuries, even if a small percentage of fault...

08 May

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Car Accident Lawyers Discuss Lawsuit Against Apple in an Alleged Distracted Driving Case

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

The parents of a child that died in an alleged distracted driving incident are suing Apple Inc explain New York car accident lawyers at Frekhtman & Associates. They allege that Apple’s FaceTime app contributed to the death by encouraging distracted driving. The lawsuit was filed in December 2016, in California Superior Court in Santa Clara County. The litigation also asserts that Apple was aware of the safety risks posed by the FaceTime app, and that it failed to use its own patented lock-out feature to prevent driver use at highway speeds. Details of the Accident At about 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve, 2014,...

07 May

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A Good Accident Lawyer is Prepared for Anything

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Ceiling Collapses

A Good Accident Lawyer is Prepared for Anything: Years Later, University Accuses Ceiling Collapse Victim of Faking Injury Years Later. Say you were in a serious accident and lucky enough to come out of it without any lasting damage. That's something to be grateful for. ...

02 May

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1 Dead, I Injured After Being Hit by SUV in Brooklyn

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Accident News, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death

In Brooklyn, one person was killed and another person was seriously injured after being hit by an SUV. This accident happened on Tuesday afternoon at Avenue U and Gerritsen Avenue. According to officials, a black SUV went out of control and hit pedestrians as well as other cars. An 85-year-old woman was killed in the accident. A 90-year-old man was taken to Lutheran Hospital and listed in critical condition. Police are still looking into this crash. If more information becomes available about this accident, we will keep you posted. If you’ve been seriously hurt in a pedestrian accident that was caused by the negligent actions of...

18 February

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Whiplash Car Accident Case Values Can Vary Greatly

Posted by Arkady

in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injuries, Vehicle Accidents

Whiplash Car Accident Case Values Can Vary Greatly Far too many people suffer painful whiplash injuries due to car accidents caused by others. Distracted driving has become so common, it’s a wonder that most of us safely reach our destinations. Fortunately, most of us are can obtain proper treatment. Yet as our healing continues, we often start asking about the settlement value of our cases. Once our law firm receives copies of a client’s medical and billing records from their treating doctors, we can then try to provide an educated guess regarding the possible value of each case. However, before that stage...