Personal Injury

A leg fracture can be more than a temporary injury. While many people heal fully with the right treatment, some face long-term health issues. These complications can affect daily life and even lead to lasting disability. Knowing the risks early helps you spot warning...

Car accidents can lead to different injuries, some of them affecting the upper body, especially the head. Impact to the head can cause significant trauma, including damage to sensitive areas like the ears, which play a crucial role in hearing and balance. Ear...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...