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Since COVID-19 Delivery Trucks Accidents are on the Rise in NYC
Pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers riding in cars or trucks are in greater danger today of being in serious accidents due to COVID-19 and careless delivery drivers. After all, the pandemic and all the restaurants and stores that are still closed are making it necessary for many Americans to keep ordering food and other goods to be delivered to their homes therefor Delivery Trucks Accidents are on the Rise in NYC. With so many truck and van drivers rushing around to meet employer-imposed deadlines, it is much more dangerous to be outside now than at the same time last year. These days, you can rarely travel more than a block down any street without seeing a Fed Ex, UPS, Amazon, or other delivery truck speeding by. What follows is a general overview of the many types of trucks out on the road and why it can be so difficult to determine
Bicycle Accidents Increase as Commuters Avoid Subways & Buses
Since few people want to ride in an enclosed structure like a subway or bus during the pandemic, many people are dusting off their bikes or buying new ones so they can commuter to work on two wheels. In fact, back in March, between the first day of the month and March 11, Citi Bike (our city’s bicycle ride share program) reported that bike trips rose by 67 percent compared to the same time last year. New York City is rather unique since it has the nation’s largest bicycle lane network — covering about 1,300 miles. Roughly 500 of those miles are protected ones — providing barriers that help shield riders from nearby truck and car traffic. Between 2017 and early 2020, about 20 new miles of protected bike lanes have been added. The statistics shared below reveal how much more dangerous New York City has become for all cyclists
Self-Driving Cars Could be Legal Matter
As self-driving cars come closer to being a reality for more people, the legal issues relating to these cars are being talked about more and more. Deadly crashes involving Tesla inc and Uber Technologies vehicles have made this problem very real for lawyers. Many auto industry lawyers gathered this month for a conference about the issue. The American Bar Association also held a conference just a few miles from the scene of a fatal accident involving an Uber test vehicle. The crash has put pressure on the self-driving vehicle industry to make sure that the technologies they are using are safe. It appears that the legal matters related to self-driving cars and potential and real accidents will continue to unfold as these technologies become more of a reality. If you’ve been injured in an accident involving a rideshare company, you can turn to a personal injury lawyer for help. If
Police Brutality Lawsuits and the George Floyd Tragedy
Now that so many Americans have seen the shocking video of George Floyd losing his life while in police custody, the issue of police brutality has leaped out of the shadows again. Sadly, the many past instances of excessive or deadly force used against blacks and others have not helped bring about important legislative and cultural changes, However, Americans are now demanding that Congress and local police organizations immediately end the frequent police misconduct that harms so many blacks and others. Our New York City police brutality law firm remains committed to fighting hard on behalf of every client who has been physically abused by law enforcement. Seeing Mr. Floyd gasp for air as he lay dying appears to have finally moved many toward taking decisive action. No group of Americans should ever have to live in greater fear of the police than others. Unique voices are now expressing their
Linking a Delayed or Misdiagnosis of Colon Cancer to Medical Malpractice
Most patients try hard to accurately describe all their health concerns during every medical appointment. This holds true whether it takes place in an office or via a telehealth platform. In fact, many patients often make a list of all their current symptoms prior to such visits, in hopes of obtaining accurate diagnoses. However, when doctors maintain overloaded schedules and fail to listen closely (or run the most appropriate diagnostic tests), colon cancer can be misdiagnosed. In other cases, the correct diagnosis is so delayed that it becomes much harder to provide adequate treatment to patients. What follows is an overview of the most common symptoms of colon cancer – a form of cancer that starts in the large intestine or colon, the final section of a person’s digestive tract. Special risk factors are shared, along with proper diagnostic and screening practices. Treatment options are also described. The fact that
Safety Tips for Workers
Construction sites are very dangerous, both for workers and those in the nearby area. By following a few simple tips, construction workers can complete their projects while ensuring everyone is kept safe. Construction workers should make an ongoing effort to attend all safety training programs offered by employers, unions, and other local organizations. These courses and seminars can provide new information on job safety even for those who have taken similar classes before. Workers should also always ensure they are wearing proper safety gear for their job. Steel-toed boots, high-visibility vests, helmets, and harnesses are just a few pieces of equipment construction site workers should be wearing at all times. This will help keep them safe from the dangerous elements of a construction site and can keep others safe as well. All workers should ensure they always have the necessary skills to complete a job. If they feel they have