While you may think that head injuries aren’t common, you’d be surprised to know that they often occur. In fact, nearly 1 in 4 Americans have reported having suffered a concussion at some point in their lives. This is why it isn’t at all surprising that accident lawyers for brain and head injuries are so
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Navigating Online Workplace Sexual Harassment in New York
As COVID-19 has forced people to stay at home to avoid contracting the virus, most companies have shifted to an online setup to continue remaining productive while abiding by safety guidelines. The transition has proved to be strange and difficult for some, leaving many confused about what to deal with workplace transgressions taking place online,
Police Misconduct 101: New York City False Arrest
With the rise of NYPD misconduct claims, many individuals and researchers are finding a way to get better control of this issue. Many suggest stopping giving police departments the privilege of internally investigating their own misconduct claims and instead, have independent agencies handle this task. Unfortunately, many individuals are unaware of what to do when
Average Settlements for Neck and Back Injuries: What to Know
A traumatic car accident happens just how your imagination dictates—broken bones, countless fractures, bleeding, and other more fatal damages. Others injuries are not so apparent, however, especially when they happen around the head, neck, and back. Most injuries could lead to severed cords, internal bleeding, and other painful conditions that appear days after the accident.
All About Pedestrian Accidents: What You Need to Know
Busy cities like New York City means that motorists and pedestrians alike have to contend with traffic to get to their destinations safely. While traffic laws dictate that motorists must give way to pedestrians, this usually does not happen, resulting in serious pedestrian accidents and even death. Pedestrians are the most vulnerable on public roads,
My Car Got Totaled in an Accident: Ways to Get Compensation
Getting into a car accident is one of the scariest disasters people run into. Imagine spending your day running errands and getting groceries, and in just a snap, things can go south. Fortunately, you’re safe and unharmed; however, the same cannot be said with your car. Automobile accidents are unfavorable in many regards, and the
Workplace Safety: Defending My Spouse From Death and Injury
The traditional family set-up of a housewife and working husband is far from the norm today. With the cost of living steadily increasing every year, most couples don’t have the luxury of staying at home to handle household chores. This means both spouses are out at work, doing their share in the workplace. Although this
Can You File a Lawsuit for Personal Watercraft Injuries?
Summer is the time of the year when most people try new watercraft activities despite their risky nature. Visits to lakes and beaches leave tourists open to trying jet skis, water rafting, water skiing, fishing, and other normal summer activities. But one thing that cannot be ignored is the fact that these activities have an
Taking A Road Trip This Summer? Keep These Safety Tips In Mind
Every year, over 1 million people are killed on roadways all around the world. Almost 4,000 people are killed every day in crashes involving cars, buses, and other motor vehicles. Fatalities aren’t the end of the story, either. Car accident injuries can have long-term effects on victims’ lives. Vaccination rollout in the United States means
Victim of Lead Poisoning: Here’s What You Can Do
We’ve seen how fatal lead is in the news. Lead poisoning can cause severe illness, and in children, it can cause delays in development. In fact, many toys over the years have been recalled due to high lead content. It is banned in the US, but there are still many existing buildings containing this toxic