Who's responsible when an airplane crashes? Increased traffic means increased risk, in the air as well as on the road. In general, airplane travel is considered a safe mode of transportation, even though airplane crashes result in more frequent fatalities and can...
New York Expands Safety Measures at Railroad Crossings
What can I do if I am injured in a railroad accident? In the wake of a series of fatal accidents at railroad crossings in the state, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers have agreed to expand safety measures in order to ensure the state's law adhere to...
Nursing Home Abuse by Other Residents
Are nursing home residents ever abused by other residents? Much has been written about nursing home abuse by staff members and measures are (hopefully) being taken to curb the problem. As more research has been done about abuse in nursing homes, however, an important,...
Harco Trench Collapse Verdict Sets New Standard
What is being done to prevent construction site deaths in New York City? With the guilty verdict for manslaughter against Harco Construction related to a trench collapse earlier this year in New York City, the Manhattan District Attorney will now have more leverage to...