Category Archives: Personal Injury
Four Dead in Fiery East Marion Accident
Four adults were killed in East Marion on February 17 after a head-on collision. Southold police reported that the cars hit each other on Route 25 just west of Truman’s Beach, at about 11:30pm on a Friday night. Both vehicles caught fire, which killed the four passengers. One vehicle, a 2023 Tesla, burned for two… Read More »
What to Know When You’re Injured by a Product
Manufacturers have a duty to create products safe for everyday intended use. However, not every product is safe for use when it hits the market. What happens when you’re seriously injured after using a product? What is products liability? Products liability is a type of personal injury and negligence claim. When you file a products… Read More »
18-year-old Hockey Player Killed in Vehicle vs. Skateboard Accident
We might not think of skateboarding as particularly dangerous, but it can be. In January, an 18-year-old skateboarder and high school hockey player was killed in a vehicle vs. skateboard accident. The victim was riding his skateboard along Cantiague Lane one afternoon, near Robbins Lane, in Nassau County. A 19-year-old driver in a Honda Pilot… Read More »
What to Do After Your Slip and Fall Accident
With winter weather in full swing, slipping, tripping and falling is more likely to happen than other times of year. If you’ve suffered injuries as a result of a slip and fall accident, compensation may be available. It’s important to talk to a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Here’s what to do if… Read More »
Injured in a Hit and Run? Here’s What to Do
Hit and run accidents can be devastating, whether you’re the driver, a pedestrian, a cyclist or someone otherwise using the road. Because the driver leaves the scene of the accident, it can be harder to track them down and file a claim against them. If you’re injured in a hit and run accident, this brief… Read More »
Who’s Liable for a Toxic Mold Infestation?
New York’s hot, humid summers have a lot of drawbacks—including toxic mold. Mold infestations can develop in damp, poorly ventilated environments. Toxic mold, commonly referred to as black mold, can cause allergic reactions, respiratory problems, eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches, neurological issues and more. If you notice a mold infestation in your home, the… Read More »
Defective Medical Devices and Personal Injury Claims
Many people rely upon medical devices for mobility and improved health. While most patients can benefit from their medical devices, there’s always a chance that the products may be defective. This can cause significant health problems. Here’s an overview of common defective medical devices: CPAP machines: CPAP machines are prescribed to patients with sleep apnea…. Read More »
Driver Charged with DWI After Car Crash Causes Amputation
A 36-year-old woman had to have both legs amputated after a Long Island car crash in early November. The crash happened in Islip, Suffolk County, right after midnight on the southbound Sagtikos State Parkway, south of exit S1E. The victim had gotten a flat tire, and walked around back to open the truck. A 25-year-old… Read More »
Woman Killed in Bronx Tractor Trailer Accident
An SUV and two tractor trailers were involved in a deadly accident in late November. The SUV, which crashed into a tractor trailer, was subsequently hit by another tractor trailer. This caused the SUV to catch on fire. The impact and fire killed the driver, a woman, and shut down the westbound lanes of the… Read More »