WHITE PLAINS PERSONAL INJURY AND DWI DEFENSE LAW BLOG
These types of construction accidents can injure or kill you
If you work in the construction injury, it’s critical to have a clear understanding of the risks associated with your job and the steps you can take to best protect yourself. Your safety isn’t guaranteed, but that shouldn’t stop you from doing your part in preventing...
Car accidents can cause many types of fractures
The force of impact from a car accident can cause one or more of your bones to break. There are many different types of bone fractures, ranging in severity from the mild to the severe. Some types of fractures are specific to a particular kind of bone. The severity of...
What goes into making a concussion diagnosis?
If you suspect a brain injury, it’s essential to receive immediate medical treatment. For example, if you hit your head in a motor vehicle accident, don’t treat yourself at home and assume that everything will be okay. A concussion is one of the most common car...
What are the penalties for a first-time DWI/DWAI in New York?
With summer just around the corner, at some point, you’ll more than likely be ready for a night out, perhaps dining al fresco or attending a fun poker night with your friends. You might have a few drinks, to relax and enjoy some time outside your home. You have too...
Emergency surgery for the treatment of a traumatic brain injury
In the event of a traumatic brain injury, it’s critical to receive immediate care from a qualified medical professional. Not only does this promote timely stabilization of your injury, but it also increases the likelihood of making a full recovery. While not always...
Preventing scaffold accidents
If you regularly use scaffolding on construction sites to work at heights, you understand how necessary these structures are. You probably also recognize many of the dangers that using scaffolding can create. According to the Occupational Safety and Health...
Spiral fractures from car wrecks can have long-term consequences
There is little question that spinal cord injuries and head injuries top of the list of catastrophic medical issues that result from major motor vehicle collisions. Coma, diminished physical/mental capacity and permanent paralysis are all possible for those who suffer...
Construction workers are at increased risk during winter months
In order for economic growth to continue, New York is in a constant state of expansion and development. What were once residential areas eventually wind up developed into more urban, commercial zones, while outlying areas and farmland become suburbs over time. All of...
When a landlord’s negligence causes your injury
If you have an injury due to your landlord's negligence, you may be able to receive compensation. As property owners, landlords are responsible for providing a safe living environment. They need to stay aware of property issues and make repairs. The premise liability...
Uber and Lyft see accidents, injuries on the rise
Over 40 percent of Americans now use ride sharing apps, such as Uber or Lyft. Ride sharing apps provide around 6.5 million rides per day to people around the United States. However, with more people on the road, more accidents are happening. A study by the University...
