Working in construction is a job that can be risky. There are more accidents and deaths of workers in construction than in any other industry. According to data from the Department of Labor, 5% of workers in the United States work in construction, but hold the 20% of the deaths by accidents. One of the […]
We are always concerned when we leave our children in the care and custody of bus drivers, teachers, lunch attendants, principals, etc. Life has its uncertainties (but we cannot be consumed with the unknown and potential dangers of schooling our children; we would live in a state of constant anxiety if we did so). However,
Accidents occur despite people following the Rules of the Road. That is why we should all exercise defensive driving (and defense walking, cycling, etc). Look carefully at intersections as you are turning into crosswalks – there are blind spots that could obscure pedestrians (especially children). There is no need to speed through an intersection; treat
We should all exercise defensive driving (and defense walking, cycling, etc) Read Post »
Existen diversos seguros que le pueden proteger en caso de accidente de tránsito. Por lo cual es muy importante tener una idea de los tipos de seguro que existen para poder determinar cuál se ajusta a sus necesidades. Usualmente los seguros de responsabilidad civil son los más importantes al ser propietario de un vehículo ya
Seguro de responsabilidad civil Read Post »
Traveling in other states, especially on interstate highways, can add stress to your vacation plans. Federal highways permit drivers to operate their vehicles up to 75 miles per hour (and many vehicles travel above those already high speed limits). If you are involved in an accident in another state, there are a few things that
La seguridad en el vehículo es de suma importancia tanto para el conductor como para sus acompañantes. La seguridad de los niños es imprescindible y aún más la de los niños pequeños que requieren una silla especial dentro del automóvil para viajar seguros, debido a que no están en la edad adecuada aun para sentarse
Con la llegada del verano y la mejora del clima, muchas personas deciden empezar a utilizar sus bicicletas como medio de transporte o simplemente con un medio para hacer ejercicio y relajarse. Si bien la bicicleta es un medio de transporte ecológico y necesario en las grandes ciudades para evitar la contaminación, es importante
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Tenga mucho cuidado cuando conduce por la noche, y más en fines de semana, es muy posible que se encuentre cerca de conductores irresponsables que van utilizando el teléfono celular mientras conducen. Es muy importante manejar a la defensiva siempre, ya que muchos conductores son irresponsables y mandan mensajes de texto mientras conducen, esto
Tenga mucho cuidado cuando conduce por la noche Read Post »
It is well know that the use of helmet is indispensable when riding a motorcycle, in fact it is the law in most states including the State of New York; however, despite that, there are many people decide not to use it. This is very risky, as I said in previous blogs the motorcycle is
Wearing a motorcycle helmet is vital to saving your life in an accident Read Post »
Para salvar su vida en una situación de riesgo es mejor saber cómo actuar, ya que cada segundo cuenta. En caso de estar involucrados en un accidente donde nuestro automóvil caiga al agua, éstas son las recomendaciones. Cuando el coche toque el agua, desata el cinturón y salga por la ventana. Escape por ventana justo
Que hacer en caso de que su automóvil caiga al agua Read Post »
Las mascotas en el hogar pueden ser de gran ayuda debido a su compañía y protección, siempre que se les dé un correcto entrenamiento y trato, se evita riesgo de accidentes debido a su buen comportamiento. Sí bien muchas veces las mascotas son tranquilas, puede darse el caso que nuestra mascota pueda encontrarse en alguna
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Para evitar accidentes de tránsito es muy importante tener en cuenta algunos consejos para conducir de forma segura y evitar riesgos en el camino. Siempre tenga en cuenta que los automóviles cuentan con los llamados “puntos ciegos”, se le denomina así a las zonas del automóvil que son de nula visibilidad para un conductor mientras
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The simplest maintenance of your property could save you from being sued for negligence. Carpets (especially on steps) should be immediately repaired as they present a trip hazard. Sidewalk cracks, fissures, etc. are clearly an accident waiting to occur. Bear in mind that members of the public use your sidewalk and you have a legal
Invest in maintaining your home – it can save you from liability exposure Read Post »
Las excavaciones son zanjas o depresiones hechas en la tierra formadas debido a la extracción de tierra. Trabajar en una excavación puede ser riesgoso ya que muchos accidentes suelen suceder en éste tipo de trabajo, por lo cual es importante considerar algunas cosas al trabajar en una excavación. Cuando una excavación tiene más de 4
After having been involved in an accident, preserving evidence of the accident may be the last thing on the mind of an injured person. The injured person is focusing on their pain, not a lawsuit. However, you should be aware that ocular proof best satisfies the burden of proof that is upon the injured person when
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Ser peatón es el papel más vulnerable en las calles, por lo cual se debe tomar medidas de precaución al caminar por las calles. El peatón puede ser el elemento menos visible para un conductor, por lo que es recomendable siempre mantener una distancia segura de los vehículos que transiten o incluso se encuentren detenidos.
Ser peatón es el papel más vulnerable en las calles Read Post »
I often recommend that renters should purchase a Tenant Liability policy to protect their property and lives. This type of coverage is is not prohibitively expensive and the benefits are, by far, very substantial. Your local insurance agent will be able to sell you the insurance product that suits your needs. Your personal property, in
Tenant Insurance protects renters in many ways Read Post »
Mayor DeBlasio has pushed his “Vision Zero” initiative to help prevent pedestrian deaths and injuries. The most dangerous place for pedestrians can be in a crosswalk since drivers often do not see pedestrians due to sun glare, driver distraction, etc. Once defensive driving was the norm. Now, due to the use of smart (dumb!) phones,
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Barring an incredible software glitch, a traffic signal can display a green light for only one set of drivers at a time. However, it is common that following an intersection accident, both parties will (strangely enough) claim that they proceeded on a light in their favor. Chaulk it up to misperception (at best), but without
Most people cringe when they receive a notice to appear at Jury Duty. It is a civic duty that interrupts our work and family activities, hence it invokes anxiety. However, when we appear at the courthouse to answer ready for duty, it becomes clear that being a part of the jury system enables our
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Since the burden of proof is on the plaintiff (in my firm, usually the injured person), it is best to do a thorough investigation to uncover clear, objective, and compelling evidence. One of the things that makes me happy is when my investigator is able to locate a non-party witness that can relate positive testimony
What is a “Non Party Witness”? Read Post »
If you are injured in a car accident (and able to ambulate, of course) you need to take photos of the damage to your vehicle, as well as the damage to the other vehicle(s) involved, and the general scene of the accident. Any cases involving a a trip and fall accident due to a defect
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If you have suffered an injury by falling on a sidewalk defect, you need to be aware of who is responsible for maintaining sidewalks and making proper repairs. In NYC, owners of a 1 or 2 Family residence are NOT responsible to repair cracks or defects in front of their home (unless they have been
Sidewalk accidents – Who is responsible for your injuries ? Read Post »
In this digital age, it is no surprise to see photographs of damage to vehicles and injuries that were taken at the scene. People are less punishing when these photographs are presented to juries (or at depositions) since most people carry a smart phone with a camera. It would have been previously considered distasteful for
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There are safety issues that we should be conscious of during the holidays and some simple tips could save lives. For those who have Christmas trees, always unplug the lights before going to bed. Faulty electrical cords, tree lights, etc., along with proximity to flammable materials (wrapping paper, cotton bedding under tree) are dangerous. Candles
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If you have been injured in an accident in a street in New York City, you need to be aware of the pitfalls of pursuing a claim against the City of New York or other potential defendants. The first item that needs to be investigated is the exact location of the accident. An accurate
Injured by a defect (e.g., a crack, depression, hole in the street)? Read Post »
