On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 24, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents
New York is a chaotic place for pedestrians. Walking down the street can feel like navigating a battlefield. And dodging drivers and cyclists can feel like the norm rather than the exception to the rule. In 2019, there were 124 pedestrian deaths and over 10,000...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jan 16, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian injuries and deaths are serious incidents, and they have seen an uptick in New York recently. Just since the first of the year, four pedestrians have been killed in New York City. Two people were killed in the latest incident when a 68-year-old woman and...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jan 9, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents
As the number of pedestrian accidents with injuries and fatalities has risen, the dangers pedestrians face in New York City have been a prominent concern. Law enforcement and legislators are seeking methods to make the roads safer for pedestrians. Statistically,...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Nov 21, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
In New York City, if it seems as if there are an inordinate number of stories about bicyclists being hit by an automobile, suffering serious injuries and dying, it is no mistake. Bicyclists and pedestrians have grown more and more at risk in recent years. This is...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Nov 13, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
The dangers faced by pedestrians throughout New York City has garnered significant attention as lawmakers and safety advocates seek strategies to reduce pedestrian accidents. Unfortunately, these accidents continue to occur and people are seriously hurt and even lose...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Sep 26, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
In New York or any large city, crossing the street as a pedestrian has its risks. With the number of drivers who are speeding, reckless, distracted, under the influence and are otherwise behaving in a dangerous way, pedestrian accidents can happen without warning....
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 29, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
Road workers are prevalent in Staten Island and across New York City. When these workers are doing their jobs, it is important for drivers to watch where they are going and keep safety in mind. Unfortunately, some drivers might not adhere to the proper safety...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 14, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
Despite New York lawmakers and law enforcement officials making attempts to improve pedestrian safety in various ways, the streets are still rife with danger. Vehicles are rushing back and forth, there are many drivers whose living relies on getting as many passengers...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 8, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
New York lawmakers are cognizant of the risks bicyclists face when sharing the road with motor vehicles in a busy and bustling city. To address the number of bicycle accidents with injuries and fatalities that have caused so much damage, city legislators have been...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jul 5, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents
While pedestrians are a common site on Staten Island, summertime sees an increase in pedestrian activity across New York. When the weather is pleasant, people are more apt to want to take a walk, jog outside or ride their bikes. However, it is essential that motorists...
