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Brooklyn Man Fatally Struck by Box Truck on Way to Doctor’s Appointment: Tragic Truck Accidents Highlight Need for Pedestrian Safety

Marco Gallardo Tirado, a 59-year-old retired Brooklyn home health aide, was fatally struck by a box truck in Bushwick while on his way to a doctor’s appointment. The accident occurred on DeKalb Avenue near Wyckoff Avenue around 9:35 a.m. on Friday morning. Sadly, Mr. Tirado’s life was cut short just…

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Preventing Truck Accidents with Pedestrians and Cyclists: The NYC DOT’s New Delivery Microhubs Initiative

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking a significant step towards making our streets safer and more efficient with the introduction of two new delivery microhubs beneath the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). These hubs, part of a broader plan to establish 20 such zones citywide, aim to transform…

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Urgent Call for Action: Protecting Cyclists on Queens Streets

As personal injury lawyers serving the Queens community, we are deeply saddened and concerned by the recent tragedy that occurred on August 5, 2024. A cyclist was struck and killed by a truck driver at the intersection of 34th Street and 43rd Avenue in Sunnyside, Queens. This unfortunate event marks…

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Understanding Your Legal Rights After a U-Haul Crash in Downtown Brooklyn

A troubling accident occurred in Downtown Brooklyn last Sunday afternoon when a U-Haul truck collided with a livery bus, leading to injuries for 15 individuals. This incident serves as a critical reminder of the potential hazards associated with vehicle rentals and the complex legal landscape that can surround such accidents.…

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Seeking Justice for the Tragic Loss of U Fo Ng: The Role of Legal Advocacy in Hit-and-Run Truck Accidents

Last Sunday afternoon near JFK Airport, a devastating accident claimed the life of 68-year-old U Fo Ng. Mr. Ng was parked along the shoulder of the Nassau Expressway when an unidentified box truck driver veered off the road, striking his Honda CRV in a lethal collision. The driver, in a…

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A Brooklyn Pedestrian Was Fatally Hit by the Same Dump Truck that Killed a Crossing Guard 6 Month Earlier

As dump truck accident lawyers, we have seen far too many cases where negligence leads to devastating consequences on our roads. Last Thursday, 58 year old Maria Piovanetti was crossing the intersection of Tilden Ave and Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, NYC, with the light in her favor when the reckless…

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Legal Reflections on a Week of Pain and Suffering: The Fatal Pedestrian Pick-Up Truck Accident in Greenpoint

The tragic death of Danielle Aber in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, after enduring a week of suffering from injuries sustained in a truck accident, casts a stark light on the vulnerabilities pedestrians face and the critical need for stronger legal safeguards. This accident not only highlights the physical and emotional toll on…

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Tractor Trailer Crash into Popeyes Highlights Dangers of Navigating Heavy Vehicles in Urban Areas

Yesterday, New York experienced two significant truck-related accidents that impacted traffic, businesses, and local communities. Brooklyn Accident: Tractor Trailer and Sedan Crash into Popeyes In East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a collision involving a tractor-trailer and a sedan resulted in both vehicles crashing into a Popeyes restaurant at the intersection of Metropolitan…

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The Urgent Need for Reform in NYC’s Private Garbage Truck Industry: A Legal Perspective

New York City’s decision to overhaul its private garbage truck industry is a critical step toward addressing a longstanding public safety crisis. As lawyers specializing in garbage truck accidents, we have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of the chaotic and dangerous practices endemic to this sector. The city’s plan, finally…

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 The Role of a Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer

Following the recent tragic incident in Brooklyn, where a speeding Mercedes-Benz collided with a garbage truck, resulting in the untimely death of the car’s driver, it is crucial to explore the legal and safety aspects surrounding such accidents, especially those involving private carting companies. At around 12:30 a.m. in Gerritsen…

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