While dogs are touted as being "man's best friend," there are times when they are anything but that. Often, the victims of dog bite attacks are those most vulnerable -- young children.While any animal with teeth is capable of biting when provoked or even in a random...
Month: May 2018
Falls a factor in more than 40 percent of construction deaths
If you, like many people, make your living working on a New York construction site, you may have a firm understanding of some of the job-specific hazards you face every day when you clock in. Construction is an inherently dangerous industry, and there are inevitable...
Rudy Giuliani ‘doors’ pedicab driver
Avid city cyclists and intrepid bike messengers have their share of scars and stories from being "doored" on New York City streets. They're cycling along, minding their own business and obeying the traffic laws, when all of a sudden, some oblivious driver or passenger...
Car crashes through restaurant window, injures patrons
Imagine sitting down for a leisurely meal of wine and pasta with family members or a date at your favorite Italian restaurant, only to have your meal abruptly ended when a car crashes through the eatery's windows.That's what diners at Mamaroneck's Enzo's Ristorante...
Swimming pools, spas pose summer dangers
New Yorkers are gearing up for the summer season of beach days, pool parties and backyard barbecues. But before diving into the deep end (or allowing others to), take a minute to make sure that your pool doesn't pose dangers to yourself or others.The primary cause of...