17 May

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Why Forklift Overturn Accidents Happen

in Construction Accidents, Forklift Accidents

To the inexperienced person, forklift operation seems straightforward. However, avoiding a forklift accident is not obvious. Tipping a forklift over is as easy as turning a corner too quickly, or lifting an unstable load too high in the air. There are many ways that forklift accidents can happen, and therein lies the difficulty of their use. Of the different types of forklift accidents, forklift overturns are the leading cause of fatalities. Operators who are thrown off or attempt to jump off an overturning forklift may suffer fatal crush injuries. How overturns happen is discussed next. Cornering too quickly. The forklift's small turn...

16 May

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Bicycle Accident Lawyers Discuss Tragic Brooklyn Crash

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A Brooklyn crash where 12th Street meets Avenue P led to a loss of life. According to police, the crash occurred just before 10 p.m. on Monday, May 9. Accident Details A black Infiniti on East 12th Street reportedly had a green light as it approached the intersection. However, a westbound silver Honda Accord allegedly ran a red light on Avenue P, and it struck the Infiniti. The vehicles then careened into a bicyclist, pinning the individual against two parked vehicles. A surveillance video included footage of the bicyclist attempting to cross the street just moments before the crash. The bicyclist was rushed...

13 May

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Train Accident Lawyer Discusses the Federal Employers’ Liability Act

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in Train Accidents

Train accident lawyers at the F&A injury law firm discuss FELA. Railroad workers that work for a railroad that travels interstate have special rights under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). This law protects injured railroad workers who are injured during the course and scope of their employment. The FELA requires railroads to maintain a reasonably safe work environment, to enforce certain safety rules, to adequately train and supervise employees, and to impose reasonable work requirements on employees. A railroad worker can bring a FELA claim if: The railroad was negligent in carrying out the above mentioned requirements; and This negligence caused the worker's injury. Whether...

12 May

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Boat Accident Lawyers discuss Negligence

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NY boat accident lawyers at the F&A injury law firm discuss negligence on the water as the Spring boat season begins. If you have been in a boat accident, you may wonder who is responsible. Should someone be held accountable for the damage and injuries resulting from the accident? Just as with a car accident, often a person was negligent which resulted in the accident. Negligence is defined as the failure to act with reasonable care. To prove negligence it must be proven that the person at fault failed to act with reasonable care and this directly caused the accident in...

11 May

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Personal Injury Lawyer Discusses Pool Accidents

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New York personal injury lawyer at the F&A injury law firm discusses swimming pool accidents and how to be safe this summer. According to the CDC, everyday 10 people die from drowning. Those that are rushed to the hospital and survive often face severe brain damage resulting in: Memory Problems Learning Disabilities Permanent loss of basic functions With summer approaching, personal injury lawyer, Frekhtman and Associates, wants to discuss pool accidents. Let's examine some common causes of pool accidents. Lack of Barrier In most communities, the law requires a four-sided isolation fence. This separates the pool are from the yard and the house. The goal...

11 May

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Automobile Accident Lawyers Discuss Long Island Collision

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in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

New York automobile accident lawyers discuss a Long Island car crash where one vehicle allegedly ran a red light. A crash occurred at approximately 9 p.m. on Sunday, April 3, at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Lakeland Avenue in Ronkonkoma. A 23-year-old Bohemia man in a 2014 Chevrolet pickup truck was southbound on Ocean Avenue before the accident. Motorist Allegedly Runs Red Light A Suffolk County law enforcement official said witnesses reported that the pick up was traveling at excessive speed when it ran a red light and struck another pickup driven by a 67-year-old Medford man. He was reportedly attempting...

09 May

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What to do if you are in a Boat Accident

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in Boat Accidents

Boating is a fun summer activity for many. While we hope you have a relaxing time on your boat this summer, we realize accidents do happen. Knowing how to handle an accident is important. When boat accidents occur, injury is possible. In addition, the damage to the boat may make it no longer safe to drive back to shore. It may not even remain afloat. Therefore, drowning is a risk. Boat accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, wants you to be aware of how to handle a boat accident should you face one. Check for Injuries Just as if you are in a car...

09 May

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Construction site accident lawyer discusses common injuries among workers

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in Construction Accidents

According to a construction site accident lawyer at the F&A Injury Law Firm in New York City, The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated more than 2.1 million workers employed in the construction industry during 2015. This work is essential – both for maintaining critical infrastructure across the U.S. as well as continually improving the standard of living. Unfortunately, construction brings with it a number of occupational hazards. Despite best precautions and regulations designed to protect individuals, construction site accidents still occur. Workers can help prevent these accidents by adhering to safe practices as well becoming aware of these common construction site injuries: Burns Chemical,...

06 May

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Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyer Discusses Safety Facts about Commercial Trucks

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in Accident Injuries, Tractor Trailer Accidents

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the total deaths per year in accidents involving large trucks ranged from 4,305 in 1975 to 3,660 in 2014. These fatalities include the occupants of trucks and other types of vehicles, as well as bicyclists and pedestrians. Although the numbers appear somewhat lower in recent years, the difference seems small considering the increasing safety requirements and advances in technology that have occurred over the 39 intervening years. Why have the fatalities been so stubbornly persistent? Here are three contributing factors to this: Tractor-Trailer Rigs Are Meant to Haul Cargo Tractor-trailer rigs are designed to haul...

05 May

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Automobile Accident Lawyers Discuss Wrong-way Driving Incident on Freeway

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in Accident Injuries, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

NYC automobile accident lawyers at F&A Injury Law Firm discuss a serious car accident involving a fiery two-car crash which occurred on Interstate 95 after a motorist allegedly traveled the wrong way on the freeway over the weekend. Vehicle Catches Fire Authorities in Milford, Connecticut, say that the motorist was southbound in the northbound lanes near exit 36 at about 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 16, when the accident happened. The engine compartment of one of the vehicles caught fire, but first responders were successful in quickly extinguishing the flames, according to a report by CBS Connecticut. Extrication Required Emergency personnel had to extricate...

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