Here in New York City, there are plenty of options for having some end-of-summer fun. While the calendar may indicate that there are at least a few more official weeks of summer, the long Labor Day weekend has traditionally signaled the end of summer to many...
Month: August 2019
Man crushed by Manhattan elevator
A tragic accident occurred this week in a luxury Manhattan high-rise. On Thursday, Aug. 22, at approximately 8:30 in the morning, a 30-year-old resident of the building was crushed by a descending elevator.The man was one of seven occupants in the elevator car in the...
Which Manhattan streets are most dangerous for cyclists?
If you ride your bike on the streets of Manhattan, you already realize the dangers you face while riding. But there definitely are some intersections that are more dangerous than others.Most notably, the location where a cyclist died after being struck by a semitruck...
Animal bite in a bodega? I can help
Suppose you stop into the neighborhood bodega for a newspaper and a bottle of water on your way to work. Without warning, the owner's parrot leans down off its perch and pecks you right on the nose, drawing blood.Now you need stitches, and as you stand there with...
Bicycling in NYC is getting deadlier
An increasing trend across the nation is riding a bike more instead of driving a car. Using a bicycle comes with benefits to both people and the planet. It saves money, provides exercise and reduces emissions. It also encourages people to be social and explore their...
We can help you appeal your worker’s comp claim
Many companies are reputable and honor their workers' legitimate claims for compensation benefits after a workplace injury occurs.But unfortunately, it has also been our experience that far too many companies try to shortchange their workers and deny them their...