A 73-year-old Bronx woman, Maria Rodriguez, lost her life after being struck by a school bus in Queens, NY. This tragic event occurred just moments after she had dropped off her grandchildren at school, marking a devastating day for her family and the entire community. Maria Rodriguez was attempting to…
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Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Celebrates Marijo Adimey’s Top Individual Fundraiser Award for The American Cancer Society’s Determination Program at the NYC Marathon
In every race, each step can tell a story of perseverance, hope, and dedication. For Marijo “MJ” Adimey, a partner at our Personal Injury Law Firm, the NYC Marathon wasn’t just a 26.2-mile challenge—it was a mission to make strides against cancer. We are thrilled to announce that MJ has…
Bronx contractor cited for excavation hazards by OSHA after two workers died at JFK airport
On April 3, 2023, tragedy struck at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York, when two workers from Triumph Construction Corp. lost their lives in a devastating construction accident. A subsequent investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) uncovered critical lapses in…
Pedestrian killed by two hit and run drivers in “senior pedestrian zone”
As pedestrian accident lawyers, we have seen the devastating aftermath of road accidents far too often. The recent tragedy involving Yvonne Sandiford, a cherished 79-year-old Brooklyn resident, is a reminder that our streets are failing the most vulnerable among us. The accident, which unfolded on a dangerous street in Bedford-Stuyvesant,…
Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Recognized Once Again by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” as a New York City Tier 1 Firm in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Product Liability
We are delighted to announce that for the 14th consecutive year, our firm has earned a spot as a Tier 1 Firm in New York City by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in the following categories: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Litigation – Plaintiff Product…
Recidivist driver charged with DUI after injuring 8 people including a 14-year-old pedestrian in a multi-vehicle crash in Queens NYC
The legal world frequently encounters instances of repeat offenders, individuals who, despite having faced the consequences of their actions, find themselves entangled with the law again. The story of Michael Moreno from Stormville, NY, is one such reminder. In October 2015, Gabriela Aguilar-Vallinos, a dedicated waitress, was fatally struck while…
Seeking Justice for the Tragic NYPD Tow Truck Accident
Yesterday morning, a 7-year-old boy lost his life in Brooklyn, NYC, after being struck by a New York Police Department (NYPD) tow truck. The accident occurred at the northern border of Fort Greene Park. The collision occurred at approximately 7:45 a.m. when the young boy and his mother crossed Myrtle…
Tragedy Strikes Queens as Dump Truck Driver Kills School Crossing Guard
A school crossing guard, Krystyna Naprawa, 63 years old and a resident of Howard Beach, lost her life last Friday morning when she was struck and killed by a dump truck making a right turn at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue in Queens. The accident occurred at…
Two people died in NYC crashes during the last weekend
In the early hours of Sunday, a 59-year-old man’s life took a tragic turn when the ambulance he was riding in was T-boned at the intersection of 10th Avenue and West 42nd Street in Hell’s Kitchen. The man was already in critical condition due to a heart attack and was…
Delivery App companies might soon get fined if their workers use uncertified batteries for their e-bikes
The New York City Council is currently considering a package of bills aimed at addressing the fire safety concerns surrounding e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries. The primary concern driving this legislation is the risk of fires caused by uncertified e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries. Just this kast week-end in Brooklyn, a firefighter…