New York Injury Law Firm News

Five Common Ways in Which Negligence (Carelessness) Causes Truck Accidents
Truck accidents have the potential to result in catastrophic or even fatal injuries. A majority of these accidents result in serious injuries to occupants of other vehicles. Victims of truck accidents endure not just physical pain and emotional trauma, but also financial stress because of medical expenses and other unforeseen costs in the aftermath of …
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Is Brachial Plexus Palsy (Erb’s Palsy) a Disability? What Are My Child’s Rights?
Erb’s palsy or brachial plexus palsy occurs when the network of nerves near the neck that help control the muscles of the shoulder and arms become injured or affected. These types of injuries that commonly occur during a child’s birth may affect movement and sensation in the shoulders, arms, hands and fingers. In many cases, …
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Safety Campaign Launched to Curb Rising Pedestrian Accidents
The number of pedestrian accident fatalities continues to surge both in New York City and around the nation. According to a report in the Staten Island Advance, transportation safety organizations are urging states to implement concrete solutions and remind motorists to exercise caution around pedestrians, who are some of the most vulnerable road users. Surge …
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Four Tips to Take Helpful Photos After a Car Accident
Photos from the scene of a car accident can play a significant role and provide evidence of what caused the crash as well as drawing attention to other contributing factors that may have led to the collision. Photos also clearly show the nature and extent of injuries you may have suffered or the extent of …
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New York Attorney General Sues Owner After Lead Poisoning Incidents
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing a Syracuse landlord (property owner) over lead paint violations that she said have resulted in at least 18 children living at his properties suffering from lead poisoning. According to a report on Syracuse.com, the children were poisoned over six years while living in properties owned by the …
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