Donald Trump presidential campaign manager Corey Lewandowski was charged with misdemeanor simple battery for allegedly grabbing Michelle Fields, former Breitbart reporter, following a news conference held at the Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter, FL on May 8. Lewandowski turned himself in around 8:00 A.M. on Tuesday, but denies committing any criminal acts against Fields. …
What to Do if You’re Injured on a Bicycle in NYC
It is a beautiful day in New York City, and you want to take your bike around the city instead of fighting the traffic. You hit the road, and are joined by hundreds of others who are taking advantage of the biking lanes and getting some exercise. Riding a bicycle has become one of the …
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Can a Construction Worker’s Spouse Sue for Wrongful Death?
A wrongful death is broadly defined as any preventable death caused by the reckless, careless, or negligent actions of another party, which might be one individual or an entire business. In this article, our Queens wrongful death lawyers will explain some important legal information for the spouses of construction workers who were wrongfully killed on …
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OSHA’s “Big Four” Fatal Construction Site Injuries
While all occupations carry their own set of hazards, some industries are more dangerous than others. Construction work, for instance, has one of the highest fatality rates of all industries in the United States. In an effort to help employers implement better safety standards and prevent wrongful death at worksites, the Occupational Safety and Health …
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Fatal Manhattan Crane Accident Prompts Increased Safety Regulations for NYC Construction Sites
Mayor Bill de Blasio has called for a four-point plan to improve New York City construction site safety after a tragic crane accident on February 5 left one dead and three injured, two seriously. The accident occurred in Lower Manhattan during rush hour after exceptionally high winds caused a massive, 565-foot crane to overturn, crushing …
Who is Liable for Injuries Caused by Slip and Fall Accidents on City Sidewalks in NY?
Each year, winter dumps feet of snow on New York City’s crowded sidewalks. When the snow starts to melt and then partially refreezes, it creates dangerous sheets of slick, sometimes obscured or invisible ice, which presents a major hazard for even the most cautious of pedestrians. When someone is seriously injured by a slip and …