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IMG_4235-scaledIn a groundbreaking ruling, the New York Court of Appeals has eliminated a long-standing legal hurdle for dog bite victims. For the first time, individuals injured by dog attacks in New York can file negligence claims against dog owners—even if the animal had no known history of aggression.

A Departure from the Old Standard

Historically, New York law required victims to prove that a dog had “vicious propensities” and that the owner was aware—or should have been aware—of this dangerous behavior. Without clear evidence of prior attacks or threatening conduct, many victims were left with no legal recourse.

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Queensboro_Bridge_from_Manhattan_sideDespite years of planning and a near-complete pedestrian infrastructure project on the Queensboro Bridge, New York City continues to favor motor vehicles over the safety of its most vulnerable road users. On Saturday, more than 200 activists, including local officials and transportation advocates, walked across the southern roadway of the bridge to protest Mayor Adams’s failure to open the long-promised pedestrian pathway.

As New York City bicycle crash attorneys and pedestrian accident lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand how overcrowded, dangerous infrastructure contributes to severe injuries and fatalities. Nowhere is this more evident than on the Queensboro Bridge, where pedestrians and cyclists are forced to share a single, narrow 10-foot path—often resulting in collisions, near-misses, and chaos.

A Preventable Safety Crisis

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Ben Rubinowitz to speak at Trial UniversityGair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that Managing Partner Ben Rubinowitz will be speaking at the upcoming Trial Lawyers University (TLU) Skills Training Bootcamp, taking place June 4–7 in Huntington Beach, California.

This immersive four-day event brings together some of the nation’s top trial lawyers to focus on the science and technique of human connection in the courtroom. Developed over nearly a decade, the TLU Skills curriculum breaks down complex courtroom communication into identifiable, repeatable micro skills—such as eye contact, voice and emotional control, word selection, and listening. These skills are practiced, recorded, and coached in the context of voir dire, opening statements, and cross-examination.

Ben Rubinowitz’s session will focus specifically on jury selection, a foundational moment in any trial that can determine how a case unfolds. Ben will lead a workshop on how to question jurors about:

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2025-Plaintiff-Consumer-Lawyer-shopGair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that seven of its attorneys have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list. This prestigious recognition honors the most accomplished attorneys in the nation who represent plaintiffs in personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, mass torts, and consumer fraud cases.

The following attorneys from our firm have earned a place on this year’s Lawdragon 500:

  • Marijo Adimey – Known for her expertise in complex medical malpractice and catastrophic injury litigation.

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Location of the hit and run accident on Court Street and Atlantic AveA 4-year-old boy is recovering from his injuries after being struck by an SUV in a hit-and-run crash that occurred Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Court Street and Atlantic Avenue in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. According to the NYPD, the crash happened just before 5 p.m. as the child was crossing the street with his family.

Police say the driver was traveling eastbound on Court Street in a right-turn-only lane but failed to turn, instead continuing straight through the intersection—illegally—before hitting the child in the ankle. The driver then made a left onto Atlantic Avenue and fled the scene without stopping. The young victim was transported to Cobble Hill Hospital in stable condition.

As Brooklyn car accident lawyers who have handled countless cases involving reckless drivers and unsafe intersections, we are deeply troubled by yet another preventable crash at this notoriously chaotic crossing.

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BX 41 MTA BUS similar to the one involved in the accidentOn Tuesday morning, 16 people were injured in a serious collision involving a Bx41 MTA bus and a Department of Sanitation (DSNY) vehicle near Webster Avenue and East 187th Street in Belmont, the FDNY confirmed. All victims were transported to SBH Health System with injuries reported as non-life-threatening.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our attorneys are closely following the investigation into this crash. With decades of experience representing victims of MTA bus collisions and other municipal vehicle accidents in the Bronx, our team understands the complex issues of liability that arise when government entities like the MTA and DSNY are involved.

What We Know About the Belmont Crash

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Our patient Morgan Wang suffered catastrophic personal InjuryIf you’ve sustained a serious injury in an accident in New York—whether in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, or elsewhere across the state—you may be questioning whether you have the grounds to pursue a personal injury claim. The answer depends on several legal and factual considerations. Below, our experienced New York personal injury attorneys outline the core criteria that determine whether a case is viable under state law.

What Qualifies as a Personal Injury Case in New York?

A personal injury case arises when someone suffers significant harm as a result of another party’s negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct. In New York, personal injury claims typically stem from high-impact incidents, including:

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Fatal Brooklyn car accident location on Quentin road and Ocean ParkwayA devastating car crash in Brooklyn has once again underscored the urgent need for legislative action to hold repeat speeding offenders accountable. As Brooklyn car accident lawyers with decades of experience representing families shattered by preventable tragedies, we echo the community’s demand for real solutions—not just condolences—when reckless driving takes innocent lives.

On Saturday, 34-year-old Natasha Saada and her two young daughters, Diana (8) and Deborah (5), were struck and killed while walking on Ocean Parkway near Quentin Avenue in Midwood. Her 4-year-old son, Philip, remains in critical condition. The driver, Miriam Yarimi, who had an extensive history of speeding violations—including 21 speeding tickets, 15 of which occurred in school zones—now faces multiple felony charges, including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.

This crash is not an isolated incident. Brooklyn streets, particularly high-speed corridors like Ocean Parkway, have long been the site of deadly pedestrian crashes involving drivers with repeat traffic offenses. What makes this case even more heartbreaking is how preventable it may have been.

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location-of-the-dumbwaiter-accident-in-ManhattanA 32-year-old worker was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when a dumbwaiter he was servicing suddenly plummeted and landed on him inside a Midtown Manhattan building. The incident, which occurred around 12:30 p.m. inside a private social club on East 54th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, highlights the very real dangers that elevator and dumbwaiter technicians face when safety protocols are ignored or when equipment is not properly maintained.

According to FDNY officials, the victim was in the pit beneath the dumbwaiter cab inspecting hoist cables when the car, which had been positioned three stories above, fell and crushed him. First responders attempted to lift the dumbwaiter, but the structure was unstable. Emergency crews instead breached walls on either side of the shaft to free the trapped worker. He was conscious and alert during the rescue but sustained multiple trauma injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital.

A Preventable Workplace Accident?

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A beautiful review for NYC personal injury lawyer Howard Hershenhorn and Richard SoldanoGair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf has long been recognized for its exceptional legal representation, particularly in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. A recent heartfelt testimonial from the family of Mr. Benjamin Gandl (click on picture for full size) highlights the firm’s unwavering dedication and the profound impact of their work.

The family expressed their deepest gratitude to Mr. Howard S. Hershenhorn and Mr. Richard Soldano for their tireless efforts and expertise in handling their father’s case. They acknowledged that, while no amount of money can truly compensate for the loss of their mother, the funds obtained brought a measure of comfort to the entire family.

Howard S. Hershenhorn: A Legacy of Excellence

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