Operation Hardhat and Construction Zone Accidents

By WRSMH on September 23, 2020

The construction industry is extremely dangerous for New York workers, especially those that handle our city’s infrastructure. Not only do road crews work with powerful and often dangerous equipment, but they must also contend with great heights, complicated projects, and negligent drivers. While everyone knows they should slow down in a construction zone and strictly follow all traffic laws, in addition to road crew directions, many drivers still choose to recklessly endanger road crews.

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WRSH Lawyers Ranked in Super Lawyers, Four Rising Stars

By WRSMH on September 20, 2020

As we steadily enter Autumn, it is hard for the team at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, to not look back at what an extraordinary year we have had. Through all the tribulations, we must also count our blessings and the amazing achievements our attorneys have reached. On that note, we are incredibly proud to announce that 15 of our attorneys have been named to the 2020 Super Lawyers listing and four have been ranked among the Rising Stars!

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Summer Tire Blowouts: Who’s to Blame?

By WRSMH on September 16, 2020

Summertime in New York comes with heatwaves, power outages, and, often only to our annoyance, tire pressure issues. The more our vehicles are on the road when temperatures spike, the more likely that our tires’ pressure will increase. Now sometimes this only amounts to a quick pit stop at a gas station to fix the issue, but sometimes it can lead to devastating accidents.

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Posted in: Product Liability

Four WRSH Lawyers Named The Best Lawyers in America 2021, Five Ones to Watch

By WRSMH on August 20, 2020

Once again, we at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, are proud to announce that not only have four of our attorneys have been named in The Best Lawyers in America© list for 2021, but also five associates have been recognized as the Ones to Watch.

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Ready to Meet the Winner of the 2020 Foundation For Your Future Scholarship?

By WRSMH on June 4, 2020

The team at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, is truly impressed by the outpouring of support for the Foundation For Your Future Scholarship and have been busily reading and re-reading our finalist’s essays. After much deliberation and a lively, thorough debate (we are lawyers, of course) we have selected one winner to receive a $2,500 scholarship.

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Introducing the 2020 Foundation For Your Future Scholarship Finalists

By WRSMH on May 20, 2020

Following an outstanding response from students all across the United States, Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, are happy to unveil the finalists of the Foundation For Your Future Scholarship!

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Preparing for a Birth Injury Case

By WRSMH on May 6, 2020

The birth of a child should be a time filled with joy, not with pain and uncertainty. Doctors and nurses should take every effort to ensure a safe birthing procedure, but when they fail to meet the medical standard of care, children and parents can suffer debilitating injuries. If your child suffered a prenatal injury or an injury during childbirth, you could have a case against the hospital and medical professionals involved.

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Posted in: Birth Injury

Types of Toxic Exposure at New York Job Sites

By WRSMH on April 22, 2020

The construction industry here in New York City is booming – it’s practically impossible to look around without seeing the evidence of one or more construction projects every few blocks. During industrial booms like this, it’s vital to stay aware of the dangers you or your loved ones may face as laborers and professionals on construction sites. One of the most hazardous and insidious dangers may not be the most obvious but can be one of the most dangerous: toxic exposure.

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New York Statute of Limitations and the Discovery Rule

By WRSMH on April 8, 2020

After suffering an injury due to medical malpractice, the last thing you want to worry about is dealing with legal deadlines. Unfortunately, our system is rigged with countless landmines that can negate your claim if not understood and avoided. One of the most important landmines is the statute of limitations, which refers to a limited period in which you can begin legal action.

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Posted in: Medical Malpractice

The Importance of Car Accident Reports

By WRSMH on April 1, 2020

If you suffered a severe injury in a car accident, you’re probably not going to stand and wait for a police officer to provide you a copy of their report. You’re likely to be rushed to the hospital, preventing you from taking photos, gathering insurance information, making notes, and recovering critical evidence from the scene of the accident. The good news: police officers are required to investigate the scene and file comprehensive reports that provide much of this invaluable information.

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Posted in: Auto Accident