The family members of a Bronx father of six filed a lawsuit earlier this month in Bronx Supreme Court against the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) after the man was scalded to death in his apartment's shower last October. The lawsuit, which was filed on Aug. 2,...
Month: August 2018
What can I do in New York City this Labor Day?
It's hard to believe that the unofficial end of summer is only a week away, yet Labor Day 2018 is looming on the horizon. While many New Yorkers' holiday plans have already been made, still others may be wondering what to do next weekend.Below are some suggestions for...
The glitch in new safety training for NYC construction workers
The high injury and fatality rates of the construction industry are common knowledge. Much has happened to try to reduce the numbers over the years, from stricter liability laws to safer work equipment. Yet, the rates are still too high. New York City has recently...
Tips for driving in New York City traffic
From gridlocked traffic to a dearth of legal parking spaces, navigating the streets of Manhattan is not for the faint of heart. Motorists in New York City and other major metropolitan areas face different challenges than drivers in less populated locales.It can easily...
Be aware of the dangers of drain entrapment this summer
It's been a hot and steamy summer for New York residents. The humid weather makes it all the more attractive to spend the day hanging out at the pool.If you and your family are planning a late summer getaway, make sure that your kids aren't at risk for drain...
Asbestos released in steam pipe explosion poses dangers
It has been determined that last month's explosion of an underground steam pipe in the Flatiron section of Manhattan released the toxic substance asbestos into the air. The incident occurred on July 19 at 6:40 a.m., on Thursday in the area of Fifth Avenue between 21st...