Key Takeaways Construction worker injuries increase in spring because New York City's building industry rushes to restart stalled projects, floods job sites with new workers, and pushes aggressive schedules through wild weather. Spring marks the unofficial start of construction season. The annual surge in building activity follows the slower winter months. It brings tens of […]
Key Takeaways If you are injured at the Brooklyn Half Marathon 2026, you may have the right to file a personal injury claim against the race organizer, the City of New York, or another negligent party. The 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, May 16, sending tens of thousands of runners on […]
New York's construction industry is one of the busiest in the country. It is also one of the most dangerous. According to OSHA, the Fatal Four accident types account for more than 60% of all construction worker deaths nationwide. In New York City alone, the NYC Department of Buildings reports dozens of construction fatalities and […]
Whether lawsuit settlements are taxable depends on the compensation they are for. Many accident victims assume their entire settlement check is tax-free, but the Internal Revenue Service applies specific rules to each type of damage. Under Internal Revenue Code Section 61, the IRS presumes all income is taxable unless an exception applies. The key exception […]
Car insurance premiums rise by about 42% to 49% on average after an at-fault accident, according to data from Bankrate and other industry sources. This translates to roughly $740 to $1,300 in added annual costs, depending on your insurance provider and where you live. The exact rate increase depends on several factors, including fault, injury […]
The person or entity liable in a slip-and-fall accident is typically the property owner, landlord, business operator, or third party who created or failed to correct a dangerous condition. Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common yet legally misunderstood categories of personal injury claims in New York. According to the CDC, falls […]
After a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle, attention naturally turns to the injury, the driver, and the emergency response. But once the flashing lights disappear and the dust settles, a much longer and more complex process begins—one that unfolds behind the scenes and can determine a victim’s financial and emotional recovery. This is where […]
Construction sites are among the most hazardous workplaces in the country. In New York, the high volume of active developments, tight deadlines, and multi-tiered subcontractor arrangements only increase the potential for serious injury. When an accident occurs, the legal path to compensation is often as complex as the construction project itself. That’s why hiring a […]
Understanding the Role of a Passenger Injury Lawyer When an individual is injured as a passenger in a car accident, the legal path forward may feel confusing. Unlike drivers, passengers typically hold no fault in a crash, yet they often suffer serious injuries and face costly medical bills, emotional trauma, and prolonged recovery. In these […]
