Am I Liable For a Slip and Fall In My Store?
Liability after a slip and fall can be a tricky subject, and much depends on the specific details of a particular situation. In general, however, liability comes down to whether or not you took reasonable action to make sure others around you or in a building you own or manage are safe. There is some room for interpretation about what constitutes “reasonable” behavior, but mostly it centers on doing what most other people would do in a situation.
Construction Site Dangers Caused by Common OSHA Violations
Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in New York City, with high rates of serious injuries and fatalities. Many of the hazards that cause so many injuries and deaths are avoidable, so long as safety precautions and procedures are properly followed. OSHA standards offer instructions on how to avoid many of these injuries and illnesses that come from working at a construction site. Violations of these standards create dangerous environments where accidents are more likely to occur.
Did the Emergency Room Make Me Worse?
Usually, when you go to an emergency room in New York, it is because you are in need of serious medical help and you cannot wait to make an appointment to see a doctor. In these types of situations, you rely on the staff and professionals in the emergency room to see you promptly and respond reasonably in order to help you with your medical crisis. Usually, that is what happens and the highly trained men and women of the healthcare field help their patients. In some cases, however, delays in an emergency room or improper diagnosis can, in fact, make the situation much worse.
Driving Safely This Holiday Season
Driving in New York around the holidays can be a treacherous proposition. Not only are the roads often icy and slushy, but other drivers can be more likely to make mistakes and lose focus due to long hours of shopping or work. Slowing down, being mindful of other people, and driving defensively can help protect you from the mistakes of other drivers and also make sure you do not commit lapses of judgment of your own.
I Was Injured at an Ice Skating Rink, What Can I Do?
If you were injured while ice skating at a rink in New York, then the owners or operators of that facility might be liable for your injuries and you may deserve financial compensation for your injuries and suffering. Liability and negligence can be difficult and complicated to prove, so you definitely want an experienced personal injury attorney on your side to examine the facts in your case and work to make sure your rights are protected. What it ultimately comes down to is if negligence was at play and if that negligence ultimately caused your injury.
Plan a Safe Visit to Rockefeller Center This Winter
Rockefeller Center is one of the most famous and visited locations in New York City. Every year, millions of visitors come to see the plaza, eat at the fantastic restaurants, and of course see the magnificent tree and skate on the ice in winter. Planning ahead not only helps make your visit easier, but can also keep you safe while enjoying everything the Center has to offer. Buy tickets ahead of time to attractions you might want to see, come early for ice skating, and make sure to walk safely on winter sidewalks and always be aware of your possessions.
Do You Know Safe Pedestrian Habits for the Holiday Shopping Season?
Although walking on sidewalks and going shopping might not bring all the dangerous of operating a large motor vehicle on an icy road, there are still some habits and tips to keep in mind in order to make sure you stay safe. Sidewalks can present numerous dangers in winter for pedestrians, especially slush and ice that can be very treacherous. Watch out for wet and dangerous conditions in store entrances, and be mindful of other pedestrians to make sure no one is injured while shopping.
How to Avoid an Icy Fall While Window Shopping This Holiday Season
During the holiday season, shoppers flock to New York City to purchase gifts for their loved ones. New York City is uniquely suited for holiday shopping as it is home to some of the largest and busiest department stores, retail stores, toy shops, and more. Unfortunately, New York City is also home to one of the coldest winters in the United States. Under the right conditions, such as rain, sleet, or snow combined with below-freezing temperatures, ice may line the sidewalks, turning your window shopping experience into a dangerous hazard.
Are You Safer in an Uber or Taxi in New York City?
In the past several years, ridesharing phone apps like Uber have exploded onto the scene and dominated the rides-on-demand market that was once monopolized by New York City cab drivers. Now, a driver without a taxi license can sign up to become a driver with the app, register his vehicle in the system, and start picking up riders. While the apps provide an easier mechanism for both hailing and paying for a ride, the company has come under fire recently for dodging liability in dangerous New York Uber accidents that result in injuries to passengers and drivers.
Why Do New York Property Owners Salt Their Sidewalks in the Winter?
Here at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, we are passionate about personal injury law and guiding our clients through the legal process. We are not scientists. However, we often encounter science in our cases, requiring us to do some research or consult with an expert. One neat fact that we consistently deal with in our cases involves icy slip and falls and the role that salt can play in removing ice from a sidewalk.