27 March

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Natural Gas Well Explosion

A Feb. 11 explosion at a Chevron natural gas well has left a worker injured and another worker missing. The well is located in Dunkard Township in Greene County, near the Pennsylvania - West Virginia border. The accident site is approximately 50-miles south of Pittsburgh. Early Morning Explosion A spokesperson for Chevron stated that the event occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. at the Lanco 7H well run by Chevron Appalachia. When the explosion happened, the company immediately initiated pre-established emergency response procedures, according to the spokesperson. Chevron also sought out assistance from a specialist in natural gas well fires and explosions, Wild...

13 March

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NYC Harlem Gas Explosion & Injury Attorney

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in Burn Injuries, Explosion Injuries, Gas Explosion, Legal News

NTSB's investigation would look to Origin of gas leak from outside or inside the premises Cause of leak Ignition sources Repairs to pipeline Was the pipe encroached upon? NY Gas Explosion and Fire Accident Law Firm - Frekhtman & Associate's spoke with one leading expert in the field of gas explosions who told us "Frost can be a significant factor especially if it is a cast iron 8" gas main pipe. This sounds like a main explosion due to the severity of blast. Frost wreaks havoc on cast iron pipes - they become brittle and can break in half. Frost can also move...

17 February

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Slip and Fall Accidents During the Winter: Using Premises Liability and Section 7-210 in Your Favor

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Have you recently had a slip and fall accident due to ice or snow in the New York area? With winter weather pounding New York considerably in the last few years, the chances of someone slipping and falling on a public sidewalk go way up. If you happened to slip and fall on a public walkway in front of a business or apartment, your chances of obtaining compensation for your medical bills are also considerably good. The reasons for that are due to premises liability and a law in New York that makes it easier to seek damages after falling on...

17 February

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Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Notes Collapse Of Scaffolding Under An Interstate

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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