14 July

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NYC Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers Discuss Treatment Options For Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating. Depending on the severity, such trauma can lead to partial or complete paralysis. In the past, it was often fatal. Now, with advances in technology, several treatments can help those suffering from spinal cord injuries improve their quality of life and even regain some level of motor function. Fusion Spinal fusion is just what it sounds like - it involves a surgical technique that connects the vertebrae of the spine together. This prevents any further movement and helps to protect the damaged area of the spinal cord. It's done by placing bone grafts around the spine,...

12 July

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Injury Attorney answers the question: Why Retain A Truck Accident Lawyer

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in Semi Truck Accidents, Tractor Trailer Accidents, Truck Accidents

Truck accidents wreak havoc on those involved explains Arkady Frekhtman, a truck accident lawyer at the F&A injury law firm in New York City with offices in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx. You don't have to handle your accident alone. You should contact a well-qualified truck accident lawyer immediately. A truck accident lawyer has the knowledge and experience to identify the relevant facts and law that is on your side in order to get you the maximum award possible. Truck accidents are generally much more complex than other motor vehicle accidents. Handling your case without an attorney is a bad idea for...

12 July

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Brain Injury Lawyer Discusses $51.5 Million Award In Defective Truck Brake Case

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in Brain Injuries

A jury cited a deficient parking brake system on a large truck in awarding the family of a severely brain-damaged woman $51.5 million explains a brain injury lawyer at the F&A injury law firm in New York City. The jury returned the verdict on April 12, 2016, in Orleans Parish Civil District Court in New Orleans, Lousiana. Woman Dragged by Truck The suit alleged that the woman suffered a variety of severe injuries in 2012 when her husband's 2007 Freightliner semi-tractor trailer moved despite the fact that the parking brake was engaged. After he set the brake and the truck began to...

11 July

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Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Discusses OSHA Penalties For Scaffolding Dangers

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in Construction Accidents, Scaffold Accidents

According to a July 6, 2016, OSHA press release, an administrative law judge upheld penalties imposed on a general contractor involved in the construction of a 23-story building at 325 West 33rd Street in Manhattan, New York City ("NYC"). A NYC scaffolding accident lawyer at the F&A injury law firm discusses this case and the rationale for imposing penalties on contractors for safety violations. Contractor Previously Cited Previously, the Occupational Safety And Health Administration (OSHA) found that the contractor failed to protect workers on scaffolds from potentially fatal falls of up to 26 feet. As a result of its investigation, OSHA previously cited...

08 July

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Defective sidewalk accident attorneys will assist you after a serious trip and fall

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in Premises Accidents, Slip & Fall Accidents

Sidewalks should provide people with a safe way to walk around the city, giving them a space separate from vehicular traffic. However, a defective sidewalk can become, in and of itself, a source of serious injuries explains a lawyer from the F&A injury law firm, defective sidewalk accident attorneys specializing in trip and fall incidents. The New York City Department of Transportation website reports that there are 12,750 miles of sidewalks around the city. Some of the repairs and maintenance are the municipal government's responsibility. In many other cases, it's up to property owners to maintain their sections of sidewalk and...

07 July

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Burn Injury Attorney discusses Fire Accidents & Burn Injuries

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in Burn Injuries

Burns are some of the most common injuries that people experience. Essentially, they're a form of skin damage that leads to the death of affected skin cells. They can be minor, little more than an irritating red spot, or severe enough to require skin grafts and reconstructive surgery. Most people recover from burn injuries without long-term damage, but the more serious ones require immediate emergency medical attention. Types of Burns There are three main categories of burns: first-, second-, and third-degree. Each one is characterized by a varying severity of skin damage. First-degree burns are the least serious and are little more...

02 July

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New York Dram Shop Lawyers discuss the Dram Shop Act & Alcohol Liability

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in Dram Shop Act

New York Dram Shop Act laws are clear in stating that it is illegal for a bar or restaurant to serve alcohol to a minor or a visibly intoxicated person explains Arkady Frekhtman of the F&A injury law firm, New York Dram Shop lawyers. In the event that they do so and that person, whether in a vehicle or in person, injures another person, the establishment can be held liable. In other words, if you are involved in a vehicle accident or a fight with a person who is intoxicated, the bar or restaurant who served that person and contributed to...

30 June

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Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Discusses Alleged Long Island DWI

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in Brain Injuries, DWI

A couple and their son were on their way to visit another son in the military in Virginia when an alleged drunk driver crashed into their Ford Escape on the Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station on Sunday, June 26 explains New York City traumatic brain injury attorney at the F&A injury law firm. Prosecutors said the 34-year-old male motorist in a Ford Explorer was allegedly speeding when the wreck occurred only about 10 minutes after the family had departed on the Virginia trip. Traumatic Brain Injury Suspected The 57-year-old husband and father may have suffered a traumatic brain injury, according to News 4...

29 June

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Construction Site Accident Lawyer Discusses Fatal Connecticut Accident

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in Construction Accidents

A worker died at the site of a Connecticut sewer repair project when he was hit by a backhoe explains a New York City construction site accident lawyer at the F&A injury law firm. Officers with both the New Haven police and the West Haven police responded when the accident occurred along Route 1 on Tuesday, June 22. The individual worked for a construction company based in West Haven. Victim of Blunt-force Trauma The New Haven Register reported that the victim was a 56-year-old victim from Bethany. Authorities said he somehow ended up in a truck carrying hot asphalt. According to the...

23 June

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NYC Lawyers Discuss What to Do After a Car Accident to Avoid Jeopardizing Your Claim

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in Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

Getting in a car wreck can be a terrifying experience. It can be tough to know what to do after a car accident, but certain things can jeopardize your claim. These are a few important things to remember to avoid any problems in the days, weeks and months after your accident. Write Down as Much Information as Possible You may think that you will never forget the day that you were in a car accident. However, as time goes on, things can become blurry. You'll need to know as many details as possible, so consider writing things down as soon as possible after...