A bus carrying 40 students from Farmingdale High School and four adults tumbled down a 50-foot ravine on Interstate 84 in Orange County, New York. The accident resulted in the tragic deaths of Gina Pellettiere, 43, and Beatrice Ferrari, 77. Additionally, several students sustained serious injuries, with five in critical…
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Child’s Fatal Fentanyl Ingestion at Bronx Daycare Raises Questions About Child Care Oversight
A child died, and 3 others suffered personal injury including one who is in critical condition and two others who are still hospitalized after they ingested Fentanyl at El Divino Nino Daycare in the Bronx. A Bronx daycare center operator and a man living with her are now facing murder…
The Perils of Police Chases: Major Deegan Wrong-Way Accident Highlights the Need for Legal Assistance
In the early hours of a Thursday morning, chaos unfolded on the Major Deegan Expressway in New York as a police pursuit out of Yonkers took a perilous turn. What began as a routine response to a robbery report at the Cross County Shopping Center quickly escalated into a high-speed…
Teenage cyclist in critical condition after being struck by police vehicle in Long Island, NY
A tragic bicycle accident involving a collision with an emergency vehicle, has brought to light the critical danger that can arise when these vehicles are responding to emergencies. On Saturday evening, at the intersection of William Floyd Parkway and Adobe Drive In Shirley, Long Island, NY, a 13-year-old boy’s life…
Driver kills grandfather and seriously injures his wife and two grand children at notoriously dangerous curve in Queens, NYC
A grandfather was killed and his wife and two grandchildren were seriously injured in a car accident in New York City after a driver lost control of his vehicle and plowed into their parked car. The driver who remained at the scene has so far not been charged. 67-year-old Sam…
Driver who plowed in pedestrians in Midtown Manhattan faces 7 counts of attempted murder among several other charges
The recent accident involving a driver who plowed into pedestrians in Midtown, leaving several injured, has sent shockwaves through the city. As car accident lawyers, we understand the gravity of such incidents and the legal complexities they entail. Late on a Sunday night, Imani Lucas allegedly ran a red light,…
Cyclist critically injured by driver chased by police in downtown Manhattan
An innocent cyclist was critically injured as she found herself caught in the crossfire of a police chase in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, last week. As law enforcement pursued a fleeing suspect, the cyclist—a 54-year-old woman—became an unwitting casualty. Behind every statistic, every news headline, and every police chase is a…
A Collective Triumph: Ben Rubinowitz Named Lawyer of the Year Twice, and 11 Other Personal Injury Attorneys from Our Firm Listed in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers®
In the dynamic and ever-evolving world of law, few accomplishments resonate as profoundly as those that redefine excellence itself. Today marks a significant milestone for all of us at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, as we celebrate the exceptional achievements of our Managing Partner, Ben Rubinowitz…
Unlocking the Art of a Killer Cross-Examination: An Exclusive Session with Trial Lawyer Ben Rubinowitz
If you’ve ever been captivated by courtroom dramas, chances are you’ve wondered about the intricate dance that is cross-examination. It’s the moment when a trial lawyer takes center stage, deftly questioning a witness from the opposing side. It’s a battle of wits, a strategic display of skill, and an art…
13 people injured after LIRR train derailed in Queens, NYC
Thirteen people were injured after an LIRR train derailed in Queens, NYC last week. Approximately 100 people were on board an 8-car train when all the cars derailed near Jamaica Station. Thirteen passengers sustained leg and back injuries in the accident. Although speed was not a factor, an investigation is…