Breed bans are bans against certain kinds of dogs being present in apartment complexes, towns or other areas where they are implemented. It’s common to see bans against vicious dogs, like the American Pit Bull or Doberman Pincer, but you don’t often see bans against...
An accident that involves a pedestrian and a motor vehicle can be quite devastating. In fact, nearly 300 New Yorkers lose their lives in pedestrian-related accidents each year with over 15,000 more sustaining serious injuries. If you are hurt in a pedestrian accident,...
To most people, the best way to beat the summertime heat is to spend time in a refreshing pool of water. Whether you retreat to a neighbor’s pool or one of the public pools in Staten Island, there are many injury hazards to avoid. If you are like many people, drowning...
Pedestrians abound on Staten Island, and they appear to be at a high risk of suffering injuries in a traffic incident. According to news sources, our city ranks number one in the nation for pedestrian accidents. Although you might have never suffered an injury in such...
People say that you should never judge a book by its cover, which is a way of saying that appearances can't tell you everything. It may seem like judging an animal by its breed is essentially the same thing as judging a person by their appearance, but that isn't...
New York City is a city built for pedestrians. Many people walk in addition to using public transportation to commute to work or run household errands. However, walking near heavy traffic, especially crossing the road, puts pedestrians at risk of crashes or knockdown...
As the weather gets warmer and more people take to the open road on their motorcycles, it's essential to brush up on motorcycle safety. Whether you're a new rider or have been riding for years, it's crucial to take steps to stay safe on the road. By being a defensive...
Following a car accident, you will most likely interact with your insurer’s insurance adjusters, responsible for valuing your claim. You should be very careful when dealing with them. They might seem friendly and empathetic to your situation, but you need to remember...
When we’re out in public, some of the responsibility for personal safety falls on our own shoulders. However, there is also a duty for the owners and managers of public spaces to protect visitors. One of the most prominent types of accidents in public buildings, such...
As any parent knows, children are supposed to ride in the back seat of the car. They may not like this and ask to ride in the front, but they're not supposed to do so. It's more likely that they'll be injured in an accident. But why is this? You may at first think...
