A total of 11,176 people were injured in NYC crashes during the first quarter of 2023 according to monthly statistics from the NYPD including 809 cyclists, 2,163 pedestrians, 3,310 passengers and 4,894 motorists. This is compared to 10,501, 8,984, 12,997, 12,920, 12,608, 11,936, 10,805, and 11,676 during Q1 of 2022,…
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ECRI’s Top 10 Patients Safety Concerns for 2023
Every year the ECRI Institute publishes a list of the most serious issues threatening patients and health workers safety. The 2023 report recently came out and here is a summary of the top 10 patients safety concerns for 2023: The Pediatric Mental Health Crisis The COVID-19 pandemic has highly impacted…
13 students and 2 drivers hospitalized after pick up truck T-bones school bus in Long Island
Less than one week after a car crashed into a school bus in Westchester county, a pickup truck collided with a school bus near Meadowbrook Elementary School in East Meadow, LI, yesterday afternoon. The bus was carrying 41 students between the ages of 5 and 11. Thirteen students, as well…
How to find the right NYC medical malpractice lawyer for your case?
Choosing a medical malpractice lawyer in NYC can be a daunting task, but with some research and preparation, you can find the right attorney to represent you. Here are some key factors to consider when selecting a medical malpractice attorney: Experience: Look for a trial lawyer who has extensive experience…
Construction Safety Week 2023: Strong Voices, Safe Choices to prevent injuries and fatalities in the construction industry
This week is “Construction Safety Week”, an annual awareness campaign to reduce construction accident injuries and fatalities. As attorneys representing injured construction workers and their families we strongly advocate for the theme of this year’s Construction Safety Week: Strong Voices, Safe Choices. It’s time for construction workers to empower each…
The carnage continues with two pedestrians killed and one critically injured in NYC crashes over the weekend
The recent string of pedestrian accidents in Queens and Manhattan over the last week-end is deeply concerning as it seems that every week-end in New York City a few more people are getting killed in traffic accidents. Our pedestrian accident lawyers are not the only one to express concerns about…
3 students in critical condition after 16 year old driver crash into school bus
As car accident lawyers, it is heartbreaking to hear about the recent crash in Westchester County that left several teenagers seriously injured, some with life-threatening injuries. This tragedy once again highlights the dangers of teen driving and the devastating consequences that can result when young drivers are not properly trained…
Brooklyn Business Owners and Woman Indicted for Selling Fake Safety Cards to Construction Workers
Construction sites are one of the most dangerous places to work, and the risks are amplified when workers do not receive proper training on safety protocols. Unfortunately, three individuals in Brooklyn have been indicted for allegedly forging and selling fake safety cards to construction workers who never received the required…
Moped rider fatally struck by school bus on “Boulevard of Death”
Another fatal traffic accident occurred on Queens Boulevard also known as “Boulevard of Death”. This time, it was a moped rider who lost their life after being struck by a school bus driver at a dangerous intersection. According to the NYPD, the deceased was traversing the chaotic area southbound on…
“Operation Safe Stop Day: Importance of School Bus Safety and the Consequences of Illegally Passing Stopped Buses”
As NY bus accident attorneys, it is our responsibility to educate the public about school bus safety and the importance of obeying traffic laws. Every year, Operation Safe Stop Day is observed to raise awareness about the dangers of illegally passing a stopped school bus, and this year’s event is…