The construction industry accounted for approximately 20% of all workplace fatalities during the most recent reporting year on file, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). However, the vast majority of construction accidents are not fatal, but they often lead to severe injuries. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common
Dangerous intersections can be deadly. No matter how cautious you are, as you approach them, accidents happen at intersections. This is especially true for some of the more dangerous ones around New York. Intersection Accidents are Extremely Common The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there are around 2.2 million traffic accidents at
Car accidents can range from minor fender benders to catastrophic, life-altering events. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, you are familiar with the pain, stress, and anxiety it can cause. When you are hit by an uninsured driver, frustration multiplies. When an accident occurs, and both motorists have car
Sideswipe accidents occur regularly in and around Buffalo. Those involved often sustain significant property damage and severe injuries after a sideswipe incident occurs, but how is liability determined in these scenarios? Determining liability is crucial, particularly so that victims can recover compensation for their injury and property damage losses. Here, we want to examine sideswipe
Accidents involving large commercial trucks can result in devastating injuries and extensive property damage. Unfortunately, many of the accidents that do occur happen as a result of vehicles traveling in blind spots of the larger commercial truck. Here, we want to discuss the blind spots that surround semi-trucks as well as the steps that drivers
If you are a regular user of rideshare vehicles or even someone who only takes an Uber or Lyft occasionally, your safety is absolutely the priority. Of course, your personal safety begins with the steps that you take before and during an Uber or Lyft ride. Here, we want to outline some rideshare safety steps
Understanding liability after a rideshare accident can be confusing. However, determining liability is the most crucial aspect of securing compensation through an insurance claim or through a personal injury lawsuit in Buffalo. Here, we want to review the process of determining responsibility for an Uber or Lyft accident in the days and weeks that follow
Determining liability after a dog bite incident in New York is important because victims need compensation for their losses. Liability for dog bite incidents in NY is determined through a system of strict liability and negligence. It is important to understand how the dog bylaws apply, particularly if you or a loved one sustain a
Individuals who work in the construction industry face an increased risk of injuries on the job. According to data available from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), we can see that approximately 20% of all workplace fatalities across the country during a recent reporting year occurred in the construction industry. However, many other individuals
Mistakes made by doctors and healthcare professionals often leave patients in serious physical jeopardy. These errors can be considered medical malpractice when they cause worsened health conditions, disabilities, or injuries to the patient that cause them to sustain severe losses. Patients have the right to pursue damages and recover financial compensation. Six of the Most
