How to Drive Safely in New York City Traffic
Robert Wolff
December 31, 2018
Congestion and odd rules make it difficult for even the most seasoned drivers to navigate New York City, let alone for a tourist or novice
Congestion and odd rules make it difficult for even the most seasoned drivers to navigate New York City, let alone for a tourist or novice
Construction workers provide an invaluable service to the city. By maintaining buildings, completing renovations, and making new structures, construction workers keep our vibrant city running smoothly. Unfortunately, construction is one of the nation’s deadliest professions. Workers are prone to injury from falls, heavy machinery, exposure to the elements, and more. By understanding the procedures that follow a construction accident, you’ll be better able to protect any right to compensation you may have. If you or a loved one was recently injured on the job, speak to a New York City construction accident lawyer to find out how we can help.
In many cases, the workers’ compensation system will be the first avenue of recourse for an injured construction worker. The state of New York requires that most employers carry workers’ compensation insurance, which should kick in, in the event of workplace accident. This no-fault system allows injured workers to collect compensation for medical bills and missed work, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. This can be a valuable resource for injured construction workers, but it also requires following certain procedures.
The New York Building Congress recently released a report titled “2018-2020 New York City Construction Outlook,” in which the organization states that construction projects in the city set a record high this year. The report projects that the city’s spending on construction for 2018 will reach $61.8 billion, as compared to $49.3 billion in 2017. If you receive injuries on a construction site or because of a construction project, you deserve fair compensation for pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses. Contact our seasoned New York City construction accident attorneys at Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff, & Wolff, LLP. We can help you navigate workers’ compensation or personal injury lawsuits and recovering damages in an accident’s aftermath.
Distracted driving is a serious issue plaguing the streets of New York City. As more drivers get comfortable using their cell phones while driving, the
In September 2018, the New York City Department of Transportation and Vision Zero released a report titled “Cycling at a Crossroads: The Design Future of New York City Intersections.” Focusing on protected bike lane intersections, this report highlights ways that intersections serving motor vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians operate. It provides a comprehensive look into the city’s future urban planning operations. At Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff, & Wolff, LLP, our New York City personal injury attorneys hold decades of experience representing clients suffering from injuries or the loss of a loved one because of pedestrian and bicycle accidents. Contact our law firm as soon as possible to discuss your case. We will work with you to recover the damages you deserve.
“Cycling at a Crossroads” acknowledges that the growing network of cyclists in New York City presents significant design challenges for the city government. According to commissioner Polly Trottenberg, the number of cyclists killed in accidents has increased over the past several years, while other traffic fatalities have decreased. The study attempts to find solutions to this issue by examining various intersection designs using three research lenses and associated methodology:
