When you were a child growing up in New York, your parents may have insisted you wear a safety helmet when you rode your bike or skateboard. It may have seemed uncomfortable or uncool, but if you ever took a spill, you may have appreciated the protection.If you wear a...
Working in the construction industry is not without its risks. That is one reason safety equipment is mandated when working in a construction zone and why strict safety rules are in place at construction zones. Regardless of precautions taken, accidents can still...
Agriculture plays a significant role in the economy of the state of New York. Grapes and apples are both significant crops in the state and a large workforce is required to maintain and, in particular, to harvest the fruit. Long hours are needed to bring in the crops...
The 4th of July is a time for celebrating the nation's independence and the summer season in New York and around the country. Hot dogs, apple pie and fireworks are considered by many to be the essential ingredients of a successful holiday. Facing charges for...
Summer is here and city streets are crowded with assorted trucks, cars, bicycles and pedestrians. A great number of people choose to ride bikes to work in the good weather and drivers should remain alert and on the lookout for them in order to avoid motor vehicle...
The good weather has arrived in New York and motorcycles are out in force. They can be difficult to see and the potential for serious motor vehicle accidents involving them is not insignificant. A serious fatal accident happened recently near Albany.A man was...
If you are injured on the job, chances are you have a lot of frustration and struggle ahead. Not only will you be dealing with your own recovery from your injuries, but you will likely be facing the complex process involved in a Federal Employers Liability Act...
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in New York. People fill the weekend with picnics, friendly get-togethers and remembrances for fallen soldiers. Often the picnics and other gatherings involve alcohol. People are not always aware of how the...
Being charged with robbery in New York can be cause for alarm on many levels. What are the long- and short-term implications for one's future? What does it do to one's employment options if one faces jail time? What are one's rights while facing criminal law...
A drunk driving charge can lead to many complications. Dealing with the aftermath of an arrest and the potential penalties for a conviction can be stressful and fill one with uncertainty. However, when a DWI arrest includes exceptional circumstances, a New York driver...
