The novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic is keeping most of the US at home, but the New York State Department of Health continues to encourage residents to get out for fresh air and exercise. Many pedestrians are hitting the sidewalks, parks, trails, and other outdoor spaces that remain open. Add to that the number of essential workers heading to work Manhattan, and you’ve got a large number of people still getting around on foot. That means pedestrian accidents are still a very real threat...
Posted by Steven Mandel on 06/22/2020
We mostly stand in awe of doctors. Doctors spend years going to medical school, then more years learning their specialties. During the Coronavirus pandemic, Doctors, Nurses and other health care workers risk their lives to save others day after day in emergency rooms and intensive care units (ICU’s) across our great nation. They deserve more than a nightly round of applause. They are heroes. We are immensely grateful for the lives saved.But doctors are people, too. Doctors...
Posted by Bryan Baer on 04/07/2020
Car accidents are a far too frequent reality throughout New York, but you may not realize the extent of the problem until you learn a few key statistics. According to the New York State Department of Health, almost 1,100 residents are killed in traffic crashes every year, at a rate of 5.6 people for every 100,000 New Yorkers. Plus, on an annual basis, 12,100 are hospitalized and another 136,913 people visit an emergency room for injury-causing auto accidents. If you were injured in such an...
Posted by Steven Mandel on 03/23/2020
The severity of injuries sustained by a person in an accident depends on a number of factors, including the type of accident in question. Any accident that involves a significant amount of force or pressure, however, can result in crush injuries. This includes everything from vehicle collisions and workplace accidents to building collapses and accidents involving defective machinery. Whatever their cause, crush injuries tend to be extremely painful, as well as difficult and expensive to treat, so...
Posted by Walter Thomas on 03/23/2020
As the weather warms, the birds start to chip, and the flowers begin to bloom, all may seem good and well for those living in Virginia. But in addition to longer days and more sunshine, springtime weather can also mean an increase in the number of accidents leading to personal injuries. At the office of Breit Law, PC, our experienced Virginia personal injury attorney can assist you if you’ve been in an accident. Consider these common springtime accidents, how to avoid them, and what to do...
Posted by William Breit on 03/23/2020
If you have been injured in an accident in the State of New Jersey, there is a high likelihood that you may want to seek filing a personal injury claim in order to recuperate from the damages you sustained. Before filing a claim, however, there are a number of state laws you may want to be aware of as they could have a significant impact on your case. New Jersey Statute of Limitations on Personal Injury ClaimsEvery state across the nation has placed strict limitations on personal injury claims...
Posted by Bayard Smith on 03/10/2020
A personal injury claim is filed when a person suffers mental or physical harm as a result of another’s negligence. Personal injury claims are often complex cases because of applicable California laws. Nonetheless, filing a claim is essential for victims as it offers compensation, which is an indispensable resource for the healing process.Fight for the Compensation You DeserveIf you were injured as a result of another’s negligence, obtaining compensation can help you as you recover....
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/04/2020
While Virginia Beach may not see as much snow and ice in comparison to other parts of the country during the wintertime, snow does fall in the city, and snow accumulations in other parts of our state can be much greater. While snow may be beautiful, it can also create a hazard - snow and ice create dangerous conditions for driving, as well as slippery conditions for walking. Which raises the question: if a person slips and falls on snow or ice that’s accumulated on a property and is injured,...
Posted by William Breit on 02/26/2020
Just as cigarettes were popular in the late 60’s, today, e-cigarette use, commonly known as vaping, has exploded in popularity. The source behind the widespread use of vaping is not exact and although vaping is meant for users over the age of 18, one thing stands clear – vaping is the most popular tobacco product among adolescents and young children.Within the last few years, vaping has drastically gained traction among users under the age of 25, which has caused the occasional...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 09/23/2019
