Pelvic Injuries Following a Motorcycle Accident
During a motorcycle collision, most riders are forced onto their sides, causing severe trauma to their lower extremities. While some cases may only end in a broken ankle or torn hamstring, many suffer from catastrophic injuries to their hips. This can involve damage to the pelvic muscles, as well as fractures in the hip’s three bones: the ilium, the ischium, and the pubis. Recovering from such injuries can be extremely difficult for a motorcyclist, and an accident will often leave them with mobility issues for years to come.
Operation Hardhat and Construction Zone Accidents
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.
WRSH Lawyers Ranked in Super Lawyers, Four Rising Stars
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!
Summer Tire Blowouts: Who’s to Blame?
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.
Four WRSH Lawyers Named The Best Lawyers in America 2021, Five Ones to Watch
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.
Ready to Meet the Winner of the 2020 Foundation For Your Future Scholarship?
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.
Introducing the 2020 Foundation For Your Future Scholarship Finalists
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!
Preparing for a Birth Injury Case
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.
Types of Toxic Exposure at New York Job Sites
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.
New York Statute of Limitations and the Discovery Rule
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.