10 Signs That a Senior May Be an Unsafe Driver
The skills that someone needs to be a good driver tend to deteriorate as people get older. As a result, there is a significant reason to be concerned about senior drivers. Older motorists may not be able to stay safe while operating their vehicles. They could endanger themselves and others. If a senior driver causes […]
Car Accidents Stemming From Pokémon Go Are Happening All Across the U.S.
Pokémon Go is the latest craze and it has taken the world by storm. Unfortunately, this popular cell phone game is one that needs to be played out in the world- which means that people are getting behind the wheel and driving while they are focused on their phones. These Pokémon Go players are taking […]
How Gender Can Affect Compensation for Workplace Injuries
When an employee sustains an on-the-job injury, the employee isn’t typically allowed to file a lawsuit against his or her employer. Instead, the employee makes a workers’ comp claim, often with the help of a New York workers’ compensation law firm. Provided the workers’ comp insurer accepts that the injury is actually work-related, the victim […]
HAUPPAUGE: Anthony Capogna Killed In Forklift Accident at Nature’s Answer After Falling 10 Feet And Sustaining Head Injury
POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF FATAL FORKLIFT ACCIDENT HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK (September 6, 2016) – A 64-year-old man died in a tragic work accident after falling off of a forklift and sustaining a head injury at Nature’s Answer on85 Commerce Dr, according to Patch.com. Authorities have been able to identify the man that died as Anthony Capogna. Police are […]
Tour Bus Accident Results in Injuries
Tour buses are a common site in New York City, especially in popular destinations like Central Park which most visitors enjoy exploring. Unfortunately, recent tour attendees found themselves in the middle of a dangerous situation instead of just enjoying their day at the park. The double decker tour bus that they were riding on became […]
Four Injured After Crane Collapses on the Tappan Zee
In April of 2013, construction began on a new Tappan Zee Bridge. The construction project was long awaited, as there has been more than 10 years of debate before breaking ground. The new bridge will be just a few yards away from the old bridge, and it will span eight lanes. Construction is slated to […]
NEW YORK: Five Kayakers Were Injured In A Boat Accident After They Were Hit By A Ferry In The Hudson River
NEW YORK, NEW YORK (August 30, 2016) – Five people were injured after their kayak was struck by a ferry boat in the Hudson River by 40th Street near Pier 79., according to CBS News. One of the people that was injured is in stable condition after sustaining a severe arm laceration. The other 4 […]
Diagnosing a commonly misdiagnosed illness
There are some health-related issues that require a closer look in order to achieve a proper diagnosis. New York residents who are prone to various and seemingly unrelated illnesses that have no immediately recognizable cause may actually suffer from a commonly misdiagnosed disorder.
NSC Report Shows Accidental Deaths Are Increasing
In 2014, more than 136,000 people throughout America died as a result of accidents. This troubling statistic comes from a new report prepared by the National Safety Council (NSC). The report reveals the data on increased deaths and illustrates some of the most common types of accidents that result in fatalities. While there are lots […]
Learning more about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a genetic condition that impacts how the body processes collagen. Collagen makes up about 30 percent of the human body, which means symptoms of the syndrome may be felt in multiple places. However, it is often difficult for patients in New York and elsewhere to be diagnosed with the condition because its symptoms may be seen as localized issues. For example, knee pain may be diagnosed as tendinitis while a shoulder issue may be seen as bursitis.