How to Avoid the Most Common Preventable Deaths by Age
While life is full of risks and rewards, there are certain preventable injuries that you can avoid. Tragically, preventable injuries are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, claiming hundreds of lives each day. Walking down the street in New York, you might not think to look both ways before stepping into an intersection or avoid unlit areas late at night, but a few extra precautions can make a big difference.
Stay Safe This New Year’s Eve in New York
Ringing in the New Year in New York is an unforgettable experience that celebrates the last 365 days while looking ahead to a new year full of opportunities and joy. With that in mind, you should still take certain precautions to make sure your celebration is safe and enjoyable, since there are certain dangers to consider. If you choose to visit Times Square for the New Year’s celebration, then be extra careful and make sure you dress warmly and know who you are going with, especially if you have children with you.
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.
How to Enjoy Your Holiday Travel to New York City While Remaining Safe
New York City is home to world-renowned restaurants, high fashion, groundbreaking museums and art, and dozens of plays and musicals. Each year, over 55 million tourists from around the world visit New York City to soak in its charm, history, and culture. If you are one of the many tourists who will flock to the city to see the dazzling storefront displays on 5th Avenue, experience the lighting of the Christmas tree, or ice skate under the stars this holiday season, we hope you enjoy your time in our hometown. We also want to urge you to practice safety in order to make your trip memorable without involving a hospital visit.
With Lockout/Tagout Rules in Place, How Do Accidents Still Occur?
Lockout/tagout regulations and policies have been in use in New York for decades, and many accidents, injuries, and deaths have been avoided through their use. Machinery accidents still occur, however, and the root cause for many of these situations is simple ignorance on behalf of those involved. Too often, proper lockout/tagout rules are not followed, or not taught to those using and maintaining heavy, powerful machines, which results in an avoidable accident.
Lower East Side Man Killed in Elevator Accident
A crashing elevator on the Lower East Side killed a 25-year-old man moments after he pushed a woman to safety. The elevator accident occurred at the Grand Street Guild Apartments on Broome Street in Manhattan on New Year’s Eve. Officials say the elevator began to move after getting stuck. The man was visiting friends in the building when the stuck elevator started to move. He shoved the woman out of harm’s way before suffering fatal injuries.
Syracuse Student Sues Boxing Club
A 22-year-old college student has had to drop out of school because brain injuries have impaired his ability to read and write.
According to a Daily News report, the student is now suing the school because his brain injuries were suffered during an unexpected sparring session in the Syracuse University’s boxing club. He alleges that the instructor invited him into the ring for a non-contact shadow boxing drill. Since he thought it would be a non-contact drill, he was not wearing any protective head equipment. During the drill, the instructor repeatedly struck the student in the head. The coach failed to intervene.
Baruch College Students Arraigned on Murder Charges
Five young men now face murder charges for the 2013 hazing death of a New York City college student. According to a CNN report, the Baruch College freshman died from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) suffered during a hazing incident for the Pi Delta Psi fraternity.
During the hazing, the freshman was blindfolded freshman fell and struck his head. He went unconscious and didn’t receive medical care for two hours. Officials say the delay in treatment lead to his death.
The five men were arraigned on murder charges, but they’re not the only people facing legal consequences for the hazing. The incident took place at the Poconos in Pennsylvania, and the Monroe County grand jury there recommended charges against 37 people in total.
Understanding the Element of Negligence in a Personal Injury Case
Suffering an injury doesn’t automatically qualify you for financial support. You have the right to pursue financial compensation for your pain and suffering, but your claim will only be successful if you can prove that the at-fault party’s negligence contributed to the accident. This is because the burden of proof in a personal injury case is on the person injured.