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Job injuries happen all the time in New York. Some people who work in construction might fall on the job, while a person who works as a bouncer at a club could wind up hurt by violence involving a couple of intoxicated patrons. Thankfully, injured workers can usually turn to...

The current age at which a teenager can begin driving on their own is 16. Most teens take driver’s training before this and practice with their parents when they’re 15, but they can get a license at 16.The problem is that 16 and 17-year-old drivers have incredibly high crash rates....

Many injuries are possible when you’re involved in a car wreck – and your neck is especially vulnerable. When your vehicle is struck, your head may be flung around or whipped back and forth very abruptly, which can lead to several different injuries.In the worst case, the cervical spinal cord...

The negligence of others, unfortunately, leads to many injuries suffered by innocent victims. In a best-case scenario, a personal injury causes a few moments or hours of pain. In a worst-case scenario, such an injury results in catastrophic bodily harm or death.Along with severe pain, possible disability and other physical...

Sadly, pedestrian accidents are more common than expected. In 2020, more than 7,000 pedestrians were killed by a motor vehicle on America’s roadways. That is about one death every 75 minutes. What is the main cause of these incidents? Continue reading to find out.The CausesAlcohol is responsible for nearly half...

Distracted driving can have disastrous consequences. So whether it’s texting, using a GPS, or even daydreaming, it’s taking away from the task at hand – driving. Read on for the dangers of inattentive driving and tips on staying sharp and safe behind the wheel!What is Distracted Driving?Distracted driving is any...

Speaking or texting on your device Drinking or eating Speaking with passengers in your car Tinkering with your radio, navigation system, or other electronic devices Any other activity that distracts you from driving safely However, texting is the most risky activity that can endanger you while driving. Your eyes are...

Did you know that exposure to harmful substances, overexertion, bodily reaction, as well as trips, slips, and falls account for over 75% of nonfatal workplace injuries? Let us dive deeper into these three causes of workplace injuries.Exposure to Harmful SubstancesThis type of injury is caused by things such as exposure to...

Always Put Safety First If you’ve been attacked by a dog, the first order of business has to be your health, which makes seeking immediate medical attention key. Dog bites aren’t clean cuts. Instead, the canine’s immensely strong jaw and sharp teeth tend to tear, gnash, and rip the skin,...

As a slip and fall victim, you deserve compensation for your losses. In this blog, our Buffalo slip and fall lawyers discuss five steps you should take if you suffer a fall. Seek Medical Attention One in every five slip and fall victims sustains a broken bone, with one in...