Although generally not thought of as a dangerous job, construction sites can be very dangerous when they are not properly controlled. New York law requires that construction sites be maintained free of unreasonable dangers. If there is a failure to follow the required precautions and practices, construction accident injuries involving both workers and pedestrians could… Read more »
Posts By: Barton Slavin
Trip and Fall Accidents
Tripping and falling can be a dangerous and startling occurrence. Often times the result can lead to serious injuries that are costly and require a period of recovery. When a trip or fall incident has occurred, a crucial component is to establish that a property owner has failed to maintain the premises to be safe… Read more »
Motor Vehicle, Car Accident and Truck Crashes
Automobile vs. Automobile vs. Trucks and other motor vehicles can cause severe injuries, such as bone fractures, burns, brain trauma, lost limbs, and neck and back injuries. Often times, these types of injuries can lead to a significant amount of time away from work and alter a person’s livelihood. After a car accident, it is… Read more »
Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents can cause severe injuries, such as bone fractures, burns, brain trauma, lost limbs, and neck and back injuries. Often times, these types of injuries can lead to a significant amount of time away from work and alter a person’s livelihood. After a car accident, it is important to take time to learn about… Read more »
Accidental Death
While all deaths provide families with a difficult time, if the death occurred as a result of action or the negligence of another there may be a circumstance of wrongful death. If this is the case, it is important to know that in New York, there is a short time frame available to file a… Read more »
Spinal & Neck Injuries
Injuries that effect the neck, back or spinal cord often times lead to permanent physical issues and constraints. In some cases, back and neck injuries require physical therapy, pain management, chiropractic care or surgery. Additionally, neck and back injuries can be particularly disabling, resulting in lost work or the inability to perform everyday normal activities…. Read more »
Fractures
In the event that you or a loved one suffers from a fractured vertebra, skull fracture or another serious broken bone, it may be difficult to determine the extent of the damage immediately. This is because some fractures require surgeries that typically involve a metal plate and screws to repair the fracture. While there are… Read more »
Head Injuries
Injuries to the head that include a brain injury, can be a devastating experience. Head injuries are complex and emotionally difficult, not only for the victim, but also for the family members. Some head injuries include severe brain bleeds and skull fractures. Some of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) occur in… Read more »
Bicycle Accidents
Similar to a motor vehicle accident, bicycle accidents can result in serious personal injury. In the event that there is an accident or a crash, cyclists are not provided with adequate safety. Because bicycle use is rapidly growing for transportation and leisure, accidents and crashes are also increasing. There are two common forms of a… Read more »
Road Maintenance
Often times, motorists are injured or killed from the poor design or maintenance (or both) of a roadway. A large number of bridges, overpasses, ramps and intersections need updating and repairs. In these instances, the entity that designed, constructed and maintains the road, may be accountable for any dangerous and defective conditions that cause a… Read more »