17 February

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Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Notes Collapse Of Scaffolding Under An Interstate

in Construction Accidents, Scaffold Accidents

A scaffolding collapse left three workers dangling a hundred feet in the air in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. During the afternoon of Feb. 10, the workers were involved in a project directly underneath a very busy overpass for Interstate 95. Below them was the New River and railroad tracks for the CSX Railroad. Worker Hospitalized Then, scaffolding that they were working on collapsed and dropped to the tracks and water below. As the scaffolding failed, a fourth worker was thrown onto some of the scaffolding debris. He was identified as a trauma alert and transported to the Broward Health Medical Center. Although he...

03 December

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Queens Motorcycle Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 1 Hurt

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in Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

A motorcycle accident in Queens on Sunday, Oct. 14, left one man dead and another severely injured. As a New York City attorney who often helps personal injury clients, I have to shake my head at this story. It is undeniably tragic, but sadly, one thing it is not is uncommon. According to CBS New York, a 27-year-old Queens man was driving northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens around 5:30 a.m. when he collided with a low barrier near Whitestone Expressway. When police arrived at the scene of the motorcycle accident, they found the man suffering from severe head trauma. He was...

03 December

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New York Train Accident Lawyers discuss recent Bronx Metro North train derailment

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Product Recall, Train Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

Train Accident Lawyers: 4 Dead, 67 Injured In Bronx Train Derailment Earlier this month, a passenger train derailed in New York, killing four people and injuring at least 67. Authorities are investigating the terrible accident, but so far have not come up with any early explanation for what could have caused this disaster, According to CNN, the train had about 150 people on it and was headed into the city from Poughkeepsie. It derailed Sunday, Dec. 1 in the Bronx, approximately 10 minutes north of Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan. What's alarming is that this is not the first accident this particular stretch...

19 September

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Discovery Of Human Remains In Burned Bronx Building

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in Burn Injuries, Ceiling Collapses, Premises Accidents

On Monday, Sept. 16, a demolition crew taking down what remained of a burned building in the Bronx made the sad and frightening discovery of three dead bodies. Authorities said the bodies were discovered around 2 p.m. as the crew was working on a building in the 60 block of Buchanan Place. The building had been gutted by fire a week earlier. Evidently, no one had any indication that there might be human remains in the wreckage. Investigators are still piecing together what happened, so at this point, it is not clear how the three people died. If the three people were killed...

19 September

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NY Car Accident Law Firm Look Into Recent Car Crash Report

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

Washington, D.C. is the most dangerous of America's 200 largest cities when it comes to how often residents get into car accidents, according to a new report. That same report found that Fort Collins, Colorado, is the safest city in the country. As car accident lawyers, we read this report with interest. Staying informed and up-to-date about important news is a major part of providing responsive, intelligent service to our clients. The report we're talking about, America's Best Drivers, was prepared by Allstate Insurance with claims data from 2011 and 2012. As far as we can tell, Allstate used claims only from...

11 September

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Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accident Lawyers Want You to Keep Safe on Two Wheels bicycle accident lawyers Posted on: 11 Sep 2013 Because New York City's streets are often clogged with traffic, bicycling may be the fastest way to get around. The speed does come with a cost, however, because you can't win in any collisions with motor vehicles. To avoid such unfortunate encounters, follow a few safety tips. Be visible. One of the most common excuses that drivers give in car-bicycle accidents is that they didn't see the cyclist. Make sure that the drivers around you know that you're there. When possible, always catch the eye...

21 August

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Summertime Car Crashes: When You Need a Car Accident Lawyer

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in Accidents, Car Accidents

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the summer months see the highest rate of motor vehicle fatalities. In general, car crash incidences, whether fatal or not, increase in the summer for a number of reasons: Teen drivers, who are less experienced and more impulsive while driving, are out on the road more, especially since school is out. National holidays such as the Fourth of July or Labor Day see an increase in drinking and driving More people are on the road, going on vacation, taking short trips during the day, and enjoying the warmer weather on their motorcycles. The...

21 August

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Common Bike Crash Scenarios and How Your Injury Lawyers Can Help You Win Your Case

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Personal Injuries

You're going to need a personal injury lawyer if you've had a bike crash on the street by fault of someone else. And if you live in New York, you have one particular state law on your side that's going to help you tremendously if you've suffered an injury. Overall, though, you probably want to know what the most common bike accident scenarios are and what the legal outcomes may be for each one. No matter how you were hit, the law firm of Frekhtman & Associates analyzes all existing laws and situations thoroughly to assure a strong case. Being Hit by...

01 August

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Do You Need a Premises Liability Lawyer if You Were Hurt on Someone’s Property?

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Premises Accidents

If you were hurt while on someone else’s property, do you need a premises liability lawyer to protect your legal rights? The choice is yours, but you should know the facts before you decide. If the property owner is insured, he should turn the claim over to his insurance company, but he might not. The insurance company might deny liability and pay nothing; but they might offer to pay your medical bills. Such an offer might seem very generous when the bills start piling up; but you could be legally entitled to much more. Should? Might? Could? There are a lot of issues...

01 August

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Leading Cause of Construction Accidents: A Fall from a Ladder or Scaffold

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Construction Accidents, Ladder Accidents, Scaffold Accidents

Although there are many types of construction accidents, by far the most common one is a fall from a ladder or scaffold. In fact, there are so many of these types of falls that OSHA has developed a fall safety campaign to help bring awareness to these injuries, as many can be prevented by using safe practices in the workplace. Falls often happen whenever the right ladder for the job is not provided. The ladder may not be tall enough or be capable of carrying the right amount of weight. It can be expensive to have multiple ladders on hand for...

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Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Notes Collapse Of Scaffolding Under An Interstate

Queens Motorcycle Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 1 Hurt

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