Accidents involving falls are among the most common causes of injuries in the U.S. They are especially frequent among the elderly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, reports that millions of individuals over 65 years old suffer such incidents each...
Is it dangerous to drive with your pet in the car?
When you do everything with your pet, having your best friend join you in the car might not seem like a big deal. However, letting your pet roam, unrestrained, in your moving vehicle is actually quite dangerous for you and them. Understanding the reasons why you...
Are repressed memories real?
When something truly traumatic happens in the life of a child, they may unconsciously forget it ever occurred. This is the concept behind repressed memories. As explained by Healthline, the theory was first introduced by Sigmund Freud after a patient began to recall...
A century-old train wreck is a reminder of safety concerns
Travel in subways and on commuter trains is an everyday occurrence in the New York area and most riders give safety issues little thought. However, the worst train wreck in New York City history occurred just over a hundred years ago and is a sober reminder that...
Child sexual abuse victims seek to file claims as adults
The news sometimes reports stories of individuals who charge that clergy members sexually abused them as children. These claims often do not come to light until years after the alleged abuse occurred. Roman Catholic diocese has filed for bankruptcy According to USA...
A subway accident may require a legal action
New York City’s government agencies owe a duty of care to keep the subway transportation system safe and operable. Faulty systems and malfunctioning trains carry the potential to cause devastating injuries. Taxpayers provide funds to enable the city’s various agencies...
Cyclist in Central Park dies after being hit by school bus
Recently in New York, a school bus struck a 50-year-old cyclist in Central Park on the 96th Street transverse. While it's still legal for vehicles to drive on the transverse, the area is dangerous for bicyclists. The incident happened on Dec. 17 at 8:30 am. The...
When dangerous sidewalk conditions cause injury, who is liable?
From uneven pavement and icebound walkways to poorly maintained sidewalk cellar doors, navigating obstacles is a daily routine for many New Yorkers. While most accidents caused by such hazards may not involve serious physical harm, there is always the risk of severe...
3 special safety features on school buses
School bus accidents are something everyone wants to avoid. After all, these buses carry the most precious cargo of any vehicle in New York. Because of the importance of protecting the passengers inside, school bus designs have specific safety features that make them...
Flatiron steam pipe explosion spewed asbestos, tests show
New York City has one of the world's largest steam systems, with over 100 miles of underground steam piping serving nearly 2,000 buildings. Unfortunately, exploding steam pipes are not unheard of, and a 20-inch pipe exploded on July 19 in the Flatiron district. It...