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Law Scholarship Opportunities from Frekhtman & Associates Bronx Tenant Rights: How Can Tenant Rights Improve? Knowing your rights as a renter or tenant is extremely important to protect yourself against personal injuries when renting an apartment in the Bronx, New York. A few years ago, the Housing Stability & Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (HSTPA) was enacted, the most significant expansion of tenant rights in over 15 years. Many tenant rights are also instituted through the Fair Housing Act. However, many renters mistakenly believe that they are at the mercy of their landlords, and that is an unfortunate misconception that New York City landlords often do not try to dispel. Many tenants go for months without proper heating, have unsafe staircases, or live in apartments that have not been maintained over the years, causing unfortunate situations such as ceiling collapses. Through personal experience, our team knows that the best way to improve and protect
New York City False Arrest: A Common Form of Police Misconduct
Given the recent increase in NYPD misconduct claims, different research groups are looking for new ways to gain better control of this problem. One group has suggested that we stop providing the NYPD and other police departments with the privilege of internally investigating all their own misconduct claims. At present, roughly seventy-nine percent (79%) of Americans would prefer having independent agencies handle this critical task. Hopefully, a new approach will help decrease the numerous claims of false arrest, police brutality, false imprisonment and other wrongful police activities that infringe upon people’s constitutional rights. False arrests have now escalated to the point that they are second only to police brutality claims. What exactly is false arrest? Officers can be found liable for false arrest when they act without the support of adequate evidence and proper authority. Stated differently, the police are never allowed to arrest anyone when they’re acting beyond the scope of their assigned powers. False
Motorcycle Accidents in New York City: Common Injuries, Crash Statistics, Safety Risks, and Next Steps
Most Common Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident in New York City Following a motorcycle accident, there are a lot of common injuries. You don’t have the same level of protection as the people who are in a car. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, you need to know about the injuries as well as what can be done. The medical bills that you have to endure may not be your financial responsibility. Degloving Injuries One of the most common injuries is known as degloving. It is an abortion of skin of the hands or fingers. It often results in grafting because a significant amount of skin has “degloved” from the hand. The musculo-skeletal aspect of the fingers is intact, however. In some instances, the hand injury might also result in reconstruction to ensure that hand and finger movements and functions are preserved. Road Rash Road rash is another common
Truck Accident Dynamics and Investigation
There are many differences between driving a regular automobile versus operating a large tractor trailer. The dynamics and logistics of a truck are such that a tractor trailer: Many truck drivers have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and the CDL manual is often helpful to understand the ins and outs of driving a large truck as well as the duties and responsibilities of a truck driver. Main Differences Between Car and Truck Accidents One of the main differences between cars and trucks is the sheer mass and weight of a loaded truck which can be up to 80,000 pounds while an average passenger car weighs only 4,000 pounds. Therefore the force of a heavy truck at a high speed impact will produce a much greater injury to the occupants of the passenger vehicle. In addition to the mass and weight of a truck, there are other important differences including: After a serious truck
Determining The Fault in a Truck Accident Case
In a simple car accident, it is usually easy to determine liability. There are known scenarios: a rear end impact, a left turn impact, a driver who disregarded a stop sign or traffic light. However, in truck accident matters, it is often more difficult to establish liability because there are many factors involved which make for a much more complex legal matter. This is one of the reasons it is important to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney who is familiar with tractor trailer regulations promulgated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act (“FMCSA”). Contact our team at (212) 222-1111 for your free case evaluation. Common Causes of Truck Accidents Truck accidents caused by hazardous road conditions or weather Tractor Trailer operators must employ extreme caution when operating in hazardous conditions including: Snow, Sleet, Ice, Fog, Mist, Rain, Dust, or Smoke When driving in these difficult conditions, a truck driver if required to
Evidences Needed If In A Truck Accident
There is a variety of vital evidence that should be obtained and preserved in a truck accident lawsuit before the trucking company destroys it. Crucial pieces of evidence for a truck accident lawyer to obtain include: The Black Box or Electronic On-Board Recorder (EOBR) The Electronic On-Board Recorder (EOBR) or black box inside the truck keeps track of events and diagnostic information both prior to, in the midst of, and after a truck accident. Inspecting the Truck Itself A complete inspection of the truck is important for a comprehensive understanding of all the possible causes of a truck accident. A trucking safety engineering expert should examine the truck including the tires, engine, transmission, and other vital components. A review of maintenance and repair records alongside a contemporaneous inspection of the mechanical state of the vehicle involved in the crash can prove invaluable. An experienced truck accident attorney will work with various liability