There are numerous different types of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Some of these injuries can be relatively minor and may heal within a few weeks. Serious TBIs, however, can be life-changing and even fatal. One of the more common causes of TBIs is car accidents....
Personal Injury
Why are more e-bicyclists ending up in the ER?
There’s no doubt that electric bikes (e-bikes) have been a godsend for many New Yorkers who use their bikes for work -- even if it’s just to commute. For those who bike for fun and exercise, e-bikes let them go further, longer and on more challenging terrain than they...
Why are so many Long Island streets dangerous for pedestrians?
As summer brings out more pedestrians here on Long Island, it’s important to note that – as in too many other areas across the country – many of our streets are not as safe as they need to be. In fact, this spring, over 100 business and other community leaders from...
Is it safer to ride your bike on the sidewalk or in the street?
If you ride your bike in the street, you may feel like you are exposed to a high level of danger. You can really tell how close every car is as it goes by. Some drivers won’t even give you the proper space, and you may experience near misses. There are also risks from...
Common examples of negligent driving
Millions of individuals in the U.S. use their vehicles every day. Generally, people make it safely to their destinations, but this isn’t always the case. There are thousands of fatal road traffic collisions occur every year in the U.S. Some accidents are unavoidable,...
Tips to help kids stay safe as they return to school
If you have ever seen a group of children traveling together, you’ll know they can sometimes get so excited they forget where they are. Clearly, that can prove dangerous if they are surrounded by traffic. As the kids return to school, consider reminding them of some...
2 ways to obtain compensation after a dog bite injures you
Dogs are generally lovable animals but can cause grave injuries in an attack. You may associate bites and attacks with large dogs, but all can become aggressive under certain circumstances. For example, if they feel threatened or afraid, they may bite to protect...
What is the significance of having 3 concussions?
When most people hear about someone suffering a concussion, they automatically think that it’s not really a big deal. The exact opposite is actually true. Concussions are considered a mild traumatic brain injury, but the effects of these injuries are cumulative. A...
Three kinds of expert witnesses you might need in your case
Building a personal injury case requires a lot of work. This is because you carry the burden of proof, meaning that you have to prove, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant’s negligence caused your accident, thereby resulting in your injuries and your...
Who’s liable when a passer-by is injured at a construction site?
New York pedestrians and bicyclists are used to maneuvering around construction sites. If you heed the warnings on the signage and stay out of areas you’re not supposed to be in (no matter how much faster you’ll get to your destination by cutting through), you should...