LATEST NEWS
Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyer Discusses Semi in Rear-end Collision
A semi tractor-trailer that allegedly failed to stop in time in slowing traffic set off a chain reaction collision on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The accident happened at approximately 5:45 a.m. on Tuesday, December 27, in the northbound lanes near Webster Avenue says a tractor trailer accident lawyer at the F&A injury law firm in Manhattan. Accident Details An NYPD highway inspector said that a big rig stopped in the middle lane and a Ford pickup truck pulled up behind it. Then, another 18-wheeler crashed into the Ford pickup truck and a Toyota Corolla. Ultimately, the pickup truck was wedged under the second semi and the Toyota was the front end of the Toyota was on the center divider. Multiple Injuries and Fatalities According to ABC 7 News, there were five people in the pickup, and three did not survive. Emergency personnel took the two other individuals to Saint Barnabas
New York City Medical Malpractice Lawyers Examine the Safety of Spinal Injections
Managing severe back pain following a serious fall or a major vehicle accident can be a daunting task explains one of the New York City medical malpractice lawyers at the Frekhtman &Associates law firm. And once prescribed opioids and other narcotic painkillers no longer provide significant relief (or you fear becoming addicted to them), one of your doctors will probably suggest that you obtain steroid injections directly into your back muscles – and maybe even undergo at least one epidural steroid injection (ESI). While this latter procedure frequently provides some short-term relief for a few weeks or longer for many patients, its benefits may not outweigh the risks. Your doctor must help you decide if it’s safe for you to obtain one or more ESIs during any given year. Like most drugs and medical procedures, epidural steroid injections can cause potential side effects and unpleasant complications for a small percentage of
New York Burn Injury Lawyers Discuss Common Causes of Industrial Fires
Every year, American fire departments respond to an average of 37,000 industrial fires that cause 18 civilian deaths, 279 civilian injuries, and roughly $1 billion in property damage explains one of the New York burn injury lawyers at the F&A accident law firm in Manhattan. Since government efforts to better regulate workplace safety aren’t always successful, individual employers must decide to fully protect their workers. Recognizing the most frequent causes of workplace fires can benefit everyone. The Most Common Causes of Industrial Fires The improper presence or storage of liquids and gases Combustible dust Ongoing “hot work” that includes torch cutting and welding – as well as soldering, heating, burning, and brazing; Electrical wiring and related hazards The improper use and maintenance of equipment Each of these five topics is addressed further below, along with general safety guidelines. Safer Handling of Flammable Workplace Liquids and Gases All workplace supervisors must
New York Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys Discuss Common Causes of TBI
About thirty percent (30%) of all annual injury deaths in America involve traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Furthermore, approximately 138 people die each day due to injuries that are either directly or indirectly caused by a TBI. These alarming statistics make it critical for all of us to learn more about the best ways we can protect ourselves and our loved ones from suffering a TBI or other serious bodily injury. Current Centers for Disease Control (CDC) statistics indicate that TBIs are generally caused by: Falls (40.5 %) Motor vehicle traffic accidents (14.3%) Being struck by or against an object (15.5%) Assaults (10.7%) Unknown precise causes (19.0) While there are certain general measures we can all take to minimize injuries in our daily lives, we must still learn more about protecting ourselves. The following information about avoiding known causes of TBIs can also help us avoid other types of disabling or
NY traumatic brain injury attorneys examine the evidence: What can sleep cycles tell us about TBI recovery?
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can result in a variety of painful, disruptive, and protracted symptoms, including loss of consciousness explains one of the New York traumatic brain injury attorneys at the F&A injury law firm in Manhattan. For people with moderate to severe TBIs, loss of consciousness is a significant effect that can be measured in minutes, hours, or days, depending on the scope of the injury. Among its other disruptions, it interferes with people’s sleep-wake cycle. What effect can this have on recovery? One avenue of research is exploring the connection between the sleep-wake cycle and improvements in consciousness and cognition in the aftermath of a TBI. What can the sleep-wake cycle tell us about TBI recovery? An interesting new study originally published in Neurology examined 30 people hospitalized for a moderate to severe TBI; most of them sustained their brain injury after a vehicular accident. Among these patients,
New York Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers Discuss Snow and Ice Falls
Always remember to wear sturdy shoes with good traction when there’s snow or ice on the ground or in the forecast explains one of the New York slip and fall accident lawyers at the F&A injury law firm in Brooklyn. Too many New Yorkers regularly slip and fall on nearly invisible sheets of ice or slushy snow as they travel to work or run errands each day. It’s also wise to make sure your office building places proper mats in front of entrance doors and just inside so you won’t suddenly fall on a slick surface with wet shoes. If you do fall, can you ever hold the building landlord liable for your injuries? The answer to that question is nearly always “Yes.” New York law holds property owners liable for the serious injuries pedestrians suffer while walking across the sidewalks leading into their buildings. This duty includes being responsible