New York City Personal Injury Blog
Tests show that some automatic braking systems are failing
New cars sold in New York come loaded with safety features designed to reduce accident risks and keep drivers unharmed if there is a crash. However, some researchers claim that these features are not working as advertised to protect drivers and prevent collisions with...
read moreCrash tests emphasize pedestrian safety
New York is one of the most pedestrian-heavy cities in the country, but people walking the streets still face a serious threat from motor vehicle accidents. Some cars may be more likely than others to cause severe injuries in case of a crash, especially when...
read moreTake advantage of extended entry for the Victim Compensation Fund
It can be hard to link the physical trauma you’re feeling now with the acute trauma that happened on September 11th, 2001. Many suffered on that day, both physically and emotionally. But for some, pains may have been slow to come forward. The September 11th Victim...
read moreDecrease the risk of child molestation through BSE
Child sexual abuse can be a parent’s worst nightmare. Sadly, it could become a reality for some. According to a recent report, around 20% of girls and 8% of boys will endure some form of sexual abuse before they become a legal adult. Luckily, parents can help reduce...
read moreLawsuit against USTA says sex abuse victims were not protected
When children are sexually abused in New York and throughout the United States, it often happens when they are placed in the care of another person. There is an inherent level of trust when parents allow their children to be under the care and supervision of others....
read moreSlow driving could be a surprising cause of car accidents
In terms of dangerous behavior on New York City roadways, slow driving can be just as risky as speeding. People driving slowly is not necessarily a byproduct of excess caution but due to other reasons. It may create surprising risks. Understanding why people drive...
read morePedestrian injuries skyrocket during the holiday shopping season
New York State averages nearly 300 pedestrian deaths each year, and thousands more are injured. Insurers report injury claims rise sharply, starting on Black Friday for people who are hurt by motor vehicles in parking lots and garages. The National Highway...
read morePeople affected by 9/11 should know about the VCF
The creation of the fund The attacks on September 11th, 2001 and their aftermath make up what people in the United States consider the most tragic event in our history. According to CNN, it was the deadliest, with almost 3,000 total deaths in New York City, Washington...
read moreHow can you determine whether your suspicions are legitimate?
There are many times when we, as adults, suspect something is going on with the children around us. A new behavior may surface, or a child might lose interest in socializing. But how often do we consider why this is happening in our society? And to what extent do we...
read moreWhy your doctor may not be serving you well
Medical malpractice sometimes results from the bad judgment of a treating doctor. You receive the wrong treatment, your condition is misdiagnosed, or crucial information about your condition is ignored. Sometimes signs of a bad doctor show up early when you talk to...
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