On February 4, 2025, a tragic accident occurred on Manhattan’s FDR Drive, resulting in the death of a female driver and injuries to her 26-year-old male passenger. The incident took place around 2:45 a.m. near East 70th Street on the Upper East Side. The Tesla vehicle was reportedly traveling at…
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Tragic Bronx Truck Accident Highlights Ongoing Pedestrian Safety Crisis
A 65-year-old woman was fatally struck by a flatbed truck while crossing Franklin Avenue at East 169th Street in the Bronx on Monday morning. The devastating collision, which occurred just minutes after she visited a local bodega, underscores the persistent dangers pedestrians face on New York City streets—especially in areas…
Our Brooklyn Car Accident Lawyers Call for Justice After the Tragic Death of Mayya Gil
A 95-year-old woman who survived some of history’s most devastating events, including the Nazi occupation of Ukraine, the Chernobyl disaster, and the COVID-19 pandemic, lost her life in a tragic car accident on a Brooklyn street. Mayya Gil was fatally struck by a cargo van on Cropsey Avenue near her…
Tragic Queens Crash Highlights the Importance of Safety for Drivers and Property Owners
A devastating car accident in Jamaica, Queens, on January 21, 2025, serves as a grim reminder of the dangers on our roads and the potential risks for property owners. A 63-year-old driver lost his life after his Toyota RAV4 collided with 3 garages, burying a parked Toyota Prius under the…
NYC Pedestrian Accident fatalities increased by 18% in 2024 compared to 2023
As New York City pedestrian accident lawyers, we have witnessed firsthand the tragic consequences of an increasingly dangerous urban environment for walkers. While the city proudly touts its walkability and its Vision Zero program aimed at reducing traffic fatalities, 2024 saw a troubling surge in pedestrian deaths, highlighting gaps in…
Fatal Long Island Expressway Incident: Legal Insights into Truck Accidents Involving Disabled Vehicle
A 65-year-old man was fatally struck by a passing flatbed truck while attending to his disabled vehicle. As truck accident attorneys representing clients in New York Metro including Long Island we aim to shed light on the legal implications of such accidents and provide guidance on how to navigate the…
Advocating for the Grieving Families Act: A Step Toward Justice and Accountability
Yesterday, our partner Christopher Donadio and his client Jose Marrero were featured on The Rush Hour on NY1 and interviewed by Annika Pergament. The segment highlighted the urgent need for the Grieving Families Act (GFA) and the devastating personal impact of New York’s outdated wrongful death laws. Jose Marrero shared his tragic story of…
Two Pedestrian Deaths in the Bronx Highlight the Growing Need for Safer Streets
Pedestrian safety remains a critical concern in the Bronx, as two separate accidents this past weekend resulted in the tragic deaths of 60-year-old men. These incidents underscore the persistent dangers posed by speeding drivers, reckless behavior, and unsafe conditions on our streets. Castle Hill Tragedy: Jeep Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian…
Scrutinizing NYPD Accounts in Brooklyn Fatal Pedestrian Accident: The Necessity of Independent Investigations
In the wake of a tragic incident on November 20, 2024, where an unmarked NYPD minivan fatally struck a woman reportedly lying on Pennsylvania Avenue in East New York, questions have emerged regarding the accuracy of official accounts. The NYPD stated that the woman was already lying in the roadway…
Queens Car Accident Lawyers Explore Fatal Kosciuszko Bridge Crash and Its Implications for Victims
A tragic multi-vehicle collision at the base of the Kosciuszko Bridge on November 21, 2024, claimed the life of a 75-year-old man and left seven others injured, including a 9-year-old girl. This devastating accident highlights the dangers posed by inclement weather, congested roadways, and potential driver negligence. Details of the…