They are colossal, weigh several tons and share the road with other vehicles. They also, sometimes, intimidate the average driver and cause potential dangers. Semi-trucks are an important part of U.S. commerce and the country’s supply chain, hauling cargo from state...
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The various driving errors that threaten motorcyclists
With Motorcycle Awareness Month arriving in May, once again, all motorists must understand the importance of sharing the road with these smaller, gas-efficient and adventurous two-wheelers. Obey the traffic rules, pay attention and make space for every motorcycle on...
Signs and symptoms of sarcoma
Misdiagnosis is one of the most common issues that cause doctors in New York to become targets for negligence claims. The consequences for a patient when a doctor fails to deliver a proper medical diagnosis can be catastrophic. One condition that poses a particular...
Bronx sidewalk collapse shows the horrors in premises liability
It was a real-life nightmare that happened to an unsuspecting Bronx man walking to a bus stop. Without notice on Oct. 24, the sidewalk buckled under the 33-year-old victim, swallowing him into a sinkhole filled with rats that crawled all over him. Although he...
Why are teens susceptible to distracted driving?
Distracted driving is one of the most common reasons that teenagers in New York are more likely than older drivers to get into car accidents. Distracted driving is typically defined as scrolling through social media, texting friends or talking on the phone while...
What Was The Cause Of Your Hospital-Related Injury?
Medical professionals do their best to care for patients, but hospitals are busy, often chaotic places and mistakes can happen. Unfortunately, a mistake in this environment can result in serious harm to you or a loved one. There are several common mistakes that...
Is your baby safe in your car?
Every new parent faces a period of adjustment when they welcome a baby into the family, from buying new laundry detergent for your baby's clothes to overhauling your sleeping schedule. You might even change the way you think about your driving. When you have a baby in...
What are New York State’s distracted driving laws?
In our era of modern technology, drivers have myriad distractions at their fingertips. If you are a commuter in New York State, then you may have seen a distracted driver on the road. From texting while driving to chatting on the phone, far too many people seem to...
A cancer misdiagnosis leads to shock, disbelief and more pain
Like a lightning bolt, the disbelief strikes you and your family. How could this be? Months ago, you met with your trusted physician because you experienced constant back pain and fatigue. You were prescribed some medication and enrolled in a few weeks of physical...
A dog bit my child: What should I do next?
For a parent, the moments immediately after a dog bites their child are often frantic. There is worry over the kid’s health plus anger toward the dog’s owner, all simmering as they consider the best option for immediate medical care. There is undoubtedly a lot to...