03 February

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Bus Accident Lawyers Discuss Pre-Super Bowl Crash Involving Denver Broncos Players

On Monday, February 1, three buses carrying the Denver Broncos football team were in a chain reaction crash. The players were on their way to their hotel after a Super Bowl practice at Stanford University Stadium. Accident Details A spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol said buses were in a motorcade escorted by a CHP security detail when a Toyota Rav4 suddenly stopped in front of the vehicles. The accident happened in Sunnyville on southbound 101, north of Highway 237, at approximately 1:45 p.m. When the SUV appeared in front of the buses, the bus drivers hit their brakes, and the buses...

02 February

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Construction Accident Lawyer Evaluates the Statistics

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Job accidents are all too common. Safety at work should be a top priority yet accidents still occur and workers unfortunately die. Construction accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, reviewed recent construction accident statistics. EHS Today indicates that 57% of construction worker fatalities are caused by 4 types of accidents. Those accidents are: Falls Being stuck between two objects Being hit by an object Electrocutions Dubbed the "Fatal Four," these accidents claim the lives of hundreds of workers each year. Of the four, falls are the highest cause of death at 36% Other statistics of interest include: Almost 20% of all work-related deaths occur in the...

01 February

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Construction site accident lawyer looks at 2nd Avenue Subway worker injury

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There's a massive ongoing construction project under Manhattan's 2nd Avenue on a subway line that will be ready for public usage in phases; the first phase opening is slated for 2016. With the construction of this subway line also comes the possibility of worker injuries. One recent example was a construction worker who was apparently injured when operating a hose for pouring concrete. The hose was swinging out of control and struck him in the leg, badly injuring him. As reported in an article on the incident, the construction worker recalls the following: "When I woke, I had no control of my...

01 February

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Work Accident Lawyers Discuss Industrial Accident

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A spokesperson for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provided details of an industrial accident that happened on Friday, January 29. Clothes Caught in Machine A preliminary investigation suggests that clothes worn by a 57-year-old man got caught in a lathe in operation at the time. As a result, he was pulled into the machine, according to nj.com. Worker Does Not Survive The incident happened in the at a machine shop in Linden, New Jersey. A spokesperson for the Linden Police Department said that dispatchers received a call at 12:18 p.m. The caller reported that a man was not breathing. First responders arrived...

01 February

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Bus Accident Lawyers Discuss Crash That Injures 12 Students

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An early morning bus accident on Friday, January 29, sent a number of middle school students to the hospital. SUV Rear-ends Bus Authorities say that a sport utility vehicle crashed into the rear of a school bus when its yellow lights were flashing. The multi-injury accident happened at Village Green and Sicklerville roads in Gloucester Township, New Jersey. According to WPVI, the bus was transporting 30 students to Ann Mullen Middle School at the time. Injuries to Occupants of Both Vehicles Dispatchers sent multiple rescue units to the scene, and emergency personnel took 12 of the children to the hospital. Authorities described all injuries...

29 January

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Personal Injury Lawyers answer the question "How long will my case take ?"

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One of the most common questions clients ask a personal injury lawyer is “How long will my case take?” Clients ask this before they sign a retainer, they ask this in status calls during the pendency of the litigation, and they ask variations of the same question once their case is already settled (how long will it be until I receive my check?). The answer to this question depends on a multitude of factors many of which are outside of anyone’s control. The amount of time a personal injury case will take depends on: 1) The severity of the injuries. Very serious...

29 January

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Pedestrian Knockdown Accident Lawyers Note Serious Injuries to Pedestrians

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Police in Stamford, Connecticut, are investigating an accident that left two pedestrians seriously injured on Thursday, January 22. The accident happened at about 3:55 p.m. At the intersection of Square Acre Drive and High Ridge Road. Driver Attempting Left Turn A police press release states that a 35-year-old Stamford man was making a left turn to southbound High Ridge Road from the High Ridge Center when his 2015 Audi struck two people attempting to cross the street. Emergency personnel from Stamford EMS transported a 57-year-old woman and a 55-year-old man to Stamford Hospital, according to the Stamford Advocate. There was no immediate update...

29 January

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4 Common Construction Site Accidents Lawyers Handle

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Construction sites are dangerous places to work. Serious injuries and fatalities occur on a regular basis. This high-risk work results in 4% of all construction workers having non-fatal injuries while on the job, reports the Bureau of Labor. With such a high occurrence of injuries, it's understandable that one day you might need to hire a construction site accident lawyer. 4 Common Construction Site Accidents 1. Falls from Scaffolding and Ladders Many construction workers perform their jobs at high heights such as on scaffolding, ladders, or roofs. The Bureau of Labor reports that almost 34% of all job-related deaths occur at construction sites....

28 January

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This winter, a trip and fall accident lawyer can help you cope with your injuries

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This past weekend the Northeast was hit by winter storm Jonas which brought intensely cold weather and record snowfall. Among the various dangers of winter weather worth noting is the risk of slipping on icy surfaces and loose snow. Slipping and falling can result in a number of serious injuries. For example, according to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury in the US, particularly among young children and older adults. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reports that falls are the leading contributor to injuries among older people in the city. Injuries...

28 January

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Quadriplegia Injury Lawyer Discusses the Cost of Lifetime Care

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Quadriplegia is the loss of sensation from the neck to the bottom of both feet. It is often the result of an accident and can be temporary or permanent. Other common causes of quadriplegia include falls, medical malpractice, and sustaining a severe injury while playing sports. Young men between 18 and 30 are the most likely group to be involved in an accident that causes quadriplegia. It can also have medical causes, such as a stroke. A quadriplegia injury lawyer at Frekhtman & Associates is available to file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf if another person or group caused your catastrophic...

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