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You might not pay much attention to the parking lot when you’ve arrived at your destination or are heading back to your car, but when the owners and operators of parking facilities ignore potential hazards, the result could be a serious injury caused by a fall. It does not matter if you are in a Read More
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Even fancy food establishments with high prices sometimes fail to use proper care to clean up something that has spilled on the floor. Serious slip and fall injuries occur at fancy restaurants and gourmet markets just like they do at greasy spoons. One woman learned this lesson the hard way when she slipped on a Read More
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When parents divorce, children often have a very difficult time adjusting to their new life, which typically has included splitting time between two different homes. However, more families are opting for a custody arrangement that minimizes disruption for young people and offers potential benefits to parents as well. A “birdnesting” plan is a non-traditional co-parenting Read More
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A violent car accident in Brooklyn left one person dead and injured three others, two of whom were hospitalized in critical condition. These four victims were inside a Toyota traveling on Stockholm Street in Bushwick when their car was T-boned by a Kia heading down Irving Avenue. To complicate matters, the occupants of the Kia Read More
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Creating a last will and testament is an important step in ensuring your wishes are carried out after you’re gone. However, a will is not immune to challenges by interested parties, namely those who might stand to benefit if the will is voided. By taking certain proactive steps, you can significantly improve the chances of Read More
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A spinal cord injury can occur in an instant, yet its consequences can last a lifetime. The spinal cord is a vital component of our central nervous system, and when it is impacted, the rest of the body can be affected. After an accident or other traumatic event, it is vital to get a diagnosis Read More
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Losing a loved one in a car accident is an indescribable tragedy. Beyond the emotional turmoil, such a loss can bring substantial financial hardship to the surviving family members. New York law allows the spouse, children and/or parents of a victim of wrongful death to recover financial damages. Like a personal injury case, a wrongful Read More
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Suffering a traumatic brain injury can be a life-altering event. The consequences can encompass physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities as well as significant financial burdens. In New York, accident victims who sustain a TBI due to someone else’s fault are usually entitled to monetary compensation. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) comes from a heavy blow Read More
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Big box stores have become popular shopping destinations, offering vast selections and competitive prices. However, these warehouse-type outlets are often thinly staffed, leaving customers to roam unsupervised through cavernous aisles of stock where they might face hazards that lead to slips and falls and other mishaps. The store’s owners and operators are responsible for keeping Read More
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A recent hit-and-run accident on Ocean Parkway serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present dangers that pedestrians face on Brooklyn’s streets. At the intersection of Avenue M, a Tesla driver lost control of his vehicle at high speed, causing it to jump up onto the sidewalk where it struck a 76-year-old pedestrian. The victim Read More
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