A 27-year-old man who put three people in the hospital after a July 21 pedestrian accident in Brooklyn is now facing charges. The victims suffered injuries after the 27-year-old allegedly struck them while driving a minivan in reverse. The injured victims were standing on the corner of 11th Avenue and 56th Street when the accident occurred. The victims, two adults and a six-year-old child, all required hospitalization. The 27-year-old man quickly left the scene of the crash, but police were able to identify him thanks to surveillance video of the crash. The hit-and-run driver now faces charges that include: Reckless endangerment Leaving the scene of an accident Unsafe backing of a vehicle Read more about this accident here. All too often, pedestrians suffer serious injuries in car accidents. There are laws in place that protect pedestrians, but many drivers fail to follow them. They drive distracted or intoxicated, speed, refuse to yield, or simply fail to look before moving their car. When a driver behaves negligently, and a pedestrian gets hurt, the pedestrian deserves compensation. Unfortunately, obtaining compensation can be difficult. Injured New Yorkers and their family members do not need to handle this process alone. The team of accident attorneys at Oresky & Associates, pllc is standing by, ready to help. If you have been injured in an accident, call us for a free no obligation consultation about your car accident case. Our team has more than 25 years’ of experience handling New York car accident cases and has won over $300 Million Dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. Some of these results include: $5 million for the family of a pedestrian killed by a school bus $3.45 million for a pedestrian hit by a commercial van $1.3 million for a pedestrian struck by a car $1.1 million for a pedestrian hit by a
Top 10 Common Workplace Injuries
Virtually any type of injury can occur in the workplace or while performing your job. However, certain injuries are more common than others. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the following are the top 10 most common workplace injuries: Sprains and strains led the most common workplace injury list by a wide margin, accounting for more than 1/3 of work related injuries, including workplace accidents involving strenuous work such as truck loading and heavy lifting. Bruises and contusions (including being struck from falling debris or another type of accident at a construction site) Cuts and lacerations (including cuts from saws, cutting instruments and lacerations from machinery with sharp parts) Fractures and broken bones (including scaffold and ladder falls) Multiple traumatic injuries (including injuries from falls or industrial and building accidents) Heat burns (including burns from coming in contact with hot materials) Chemical burns (including burns from acids in solvents, etc) Amputations and severed limbs (including fingers and toes, feet and hands, and arms and legs) Carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries (including typing and other computer work) Tendonitis Make the right call, (718) 993-9999, and speak with an experienced accident lawyer or contact our office online to schedule a free consultation. If you have been involved in a workplace accident, it is important to consult an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure your legal and financial interests are protected, you understand your options and you are in a position to maximize your compensation and benefits. In New York, the personal injury law firm of Oresky & Associates, pllc. has extensive experience handling a wide range of injuries arising from New York workplace accidents, including the injuries listed above, as well
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1 Killed in Accident on George Washington Bridge
There were massive traffic backups on the George Washington Bridge because of a seven-vehicle crash that happened around 8 pm on July 8 on the inbound upper-level of the bridge. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the New York Fire Department came to the scene. Officials closed several lanes of the bridge, but the entire inbound upper-level was a parking lot. The collision caused backups on the bridge of an hour or more. Authorities urged drivers to find a different route to get to New York City. The bridge finally reopened at 2 am Monday, but some routes experienced delays into the morning. One person died in the crash, and four others suffered injuries. Police have not released the name or age of the person who died. It is unknown whether the fatality was an occupant of one of the seven vehicles or a pedestrian. Emergency personnel rushed at least four other people to a nearby hospital. Officials say their injuries are not life-threatening. Read more here. In a chain-reaction crash like this, it can be hard to sort out who should be responsible for the injuries and vehicle damage. With several vehicles in a collision, each driver might have a different version of what happened. Eyewitnesses might tell yet another story. At Oresky & Associates, pllc>, we will help you determine who caused your injuries and work to hold them liable for your damages or a loved one’s injuries in the event of a wrongful death. We usually find, in multi-car pile-ups, that more than one person was negligent. In this case, we may be able to hold several parties liable. We can use the police reports and eyewitness statements to sort out the convoluted questions of how each driver’s negligence contributed to the collision. The law of comparative fault will then apportion how much liability each driver is responsible for. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in
Car Accident, Kills 17-Year-Old Pedestrian in Queens
An 88-year-old woman is facing charges after she allegedly caused a fatal accident with a 17-year-old pedestrian on Monday, June 25. The incident occurred as the 17-year-old female pedestrian attempted to cross the intersection in Whitestone at 10:30 a.m. According to authorities, the 88-year-old driver ran a red light as the pedestrian attempted to cross at Utopia Parkway and 16th Avenue. The victim, who lived in Flushing, was struck by vehicle’s front bumper and hit the windshield before being thrown onto the sidewalk. Emergency services arrived on the scene soon after the accident and rushed the 17-year-old victim to New York-Presbyterian Queens hospital. She was pronounced dead soon after being admitted. Reports indicate that the police took the 88-year-old driver into custody after the incident. While the investigation is ongoing, she received a desk appearance ticket for: Failure to yield to a pedestrian; Running a red light; and Failure to exercise reasonable care. Read more about the accident here. There is no way to prepare for losing a loved one in a car or pedestrian accident. Nor is there any amount of financial compensation that can make up for an unexpected passing. However, wrongful death suits can help alleviate some of the burdens families face in the aftermath of fatal accidents. And Oresky & Associates, pllc can help guide you and your family through this trying time. In New York, a personal representative must file the wrongful death action. This person must be someone appointed by the court. The following parties can benefit from a wrongful death action: A spouse of the deceased A child of the deceased A parent of the deceased The estate of the deceased Under New York law, the personal representative of an estate can obtain legal help to file a claim such as this. The Oresky & Associates, pllc
Livery Driver Arrested After Pedestrian Accident
A livery cab driver was arrested in the Bronx on June 14 after striking a pedestrian. The accident occurred when the 39-year-old victim attempted to cross East 149th Street and River Avenue in Melrose at around 2:30 a.m. The pedestrian was rushed to the emergency room after the accident. Reports indicate that the 39-year-old was in critical condition. Police arrested the livery cab driver, who now faces charges of aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle. Read more here. Livery cabs are a popular form of transportation and are often confused with taxicabs. Similar to taxicabs, livery cabs are under the ownership of an individual or a company. They must also meet the standards set by laws governing their operation. Unlike taxicabs, however, livery drivers cannot drive around waiting to be hailed by pedestrians. Rather, you must call one ahead of time to pick you up and agree to a set fare prior to arrival. Despite their differences, similar laws govern both livery drivers and taxi drivers. And these drivers must exercise the same type of duty of care to passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers. The following are some of the possible causes of livery car accidents: Driver negligence or fatigue Speeding Improper cell phone use Distracted driving Failure to obey traffic laws Driving under the influence Illegal lane changes New York’s laws require livery and taxicab drivers to maintain liability coverage with the following minimums: $100,000 for a single person $300,000 per accident This coverage pays out for injuries a livery driver causes. Unfortunately, getting the compensation you deserve after an accident can be difficult. These cab and livery companies often have insurance companies with large legal teams that will fight tooth and nail. However, you are not alone. The team at Oresky & Associates, pllc is
Teenager Hurt in Hit and Run Car Accident
A Queens teenager suffered injuries after being hit by a driver who fled the scene on foot. Authorities are looking for the driver and others who were in the car. Witnesses of the June 5 pedestrian hit-and-run accident saw the SUV, which police say was stolen, speeding in the wrong direction down the one-way street before hitting the teen and then a parked car. The collision caused the teen to flip onto the SUV’s hood before he fell onto nearby grass. The teen’s parents hope the culprits will turn themselves in to the authorities as they proceed with treating their child’s injuries and the trauma associated with the accident. Pedestrian accidents are often traumatic, life-threatening events. Hit-and-runs with stolen vehicles only add to the complexity of these accidents. The situation leaves many victims wondering how they will cover their medical expenses and other losses related to the accident. Fortunately, in New York State, the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation, “MVAIC,” provides protection for New York State residents that are the victims of hit-and-run accidents. The Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation provides comprehensive compensation to innocent victims of accidents, who through no fault of their own, were involved in motor vehicle accidents caused by: (1) Hit & Run Motor Vehicles; (2) Stolen Motor Vehicles; (3) Uninsured Motor Vehicles; (4) Motor Vehicles operated without the permission of the owner; as well as several other situations. WHAT BENEFITS ARE AVAILABLE? The Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation will pay to any qualified person, no-fault benefits, up to $50,000.00 for hospital, surgical, medical, dental, prescription drug expenses and other economic losses including lost earnings. In addition MVAIC will also compensate the accident victim for injuries caused by the accident (please note
Bronx Security Guard Killed by Falling Glass at Construction Site
A Bronx security guard died after a piece of glass tipped over and fell on him at his workplace in Midtown, Manhattan on May 26, reports News 12 in the Bronx. The New York Fire Department responded to a call for a construction-related accident at 10:30 a.m. Harry Ramnauth was rushed to Mount Sinai St. Luke's Hospital after an 8-foot by 14-foot piece of glass crushed him. How the Accident Occurred The accident occurred as construction workers attempted to move the 3,000-pound glass panel. The workers were attempting to install the glass panel on the first floor when it tipped over and fell on Ramnauth. The 67-year-old was unresponsive and unconscious with severe body trauma when emergency services arrived on the scene. He was declared dead shortly after arriving at Mount Sinai Hospital. According to reports, construction workers were attempting to free Ramnauth from underneath the glass panel when emergency services came on scene. A 27-year-old construction worker also fractured his foot while attempting to save Ramnauth. The site, located at 217 W. 57 St., is home to the construction of the Central Park Tower. The State's Response to the Accident The incident remains under investigation. In the meantime, New York's Department of Buildings has issued a stop work order. A violation was issued to the developers for failing to ensure employee safety on the site. The project is being overseen by Extell and Bovis Lend Lease. While Extell and Bovis Lend Lease have yet to release a public statement, reports indicate that they are cooperating with investigators. Call Oresky & Associates, pllc for Help with a Construction-Related Accident Claim If you or a loved one suffered a serious or fatal injury in a New York City construction accident, we want to help you get the compensation you need and deserve. Call us today for a free consultation with a
Three Injured in Scaffold Collapse in Brooklyn
A huge chunk of the scaffolding around a building in Brooklyn fell to the ground last month, causing injury to two pedestrians and a construction worker. The incident occurred on Saturday, April 14, near the Borough Hall subway station near Joralemon and Court Street. According to a witness, who operates a food truck across the street from the building, workers were dismantling the scaffold when it came apart, with pieces falling on two pedestrians who were walking by. The building owner was apparently cited for failing to safeguard persons and property during a construction operation, a violation with a potential $25,000 fine. Oresky & Associates, PLLC — Successful New York City Construction Lawyers At Oresky & Associates, pllc, we have recovered more than $300 million in verdicts and settlements for people in the Bronx, Queens and New York City over the past 25+ years, handling many cases involving construction site injuries: $18,000,000 verdict for a worker hurt in a fall from a scaffold $7,500 ,000 for an undocumented worker injured in a jobsite fall $6,600,000 for a man injured in a scaffold accident $6,000,000 to a worker who fell from a ladder $6,000,000 for a construction worker hurt in a fall from a scaffold $5,600,000 for a construction worker hit by a falling object $5,000,000 for a demolition worker who was knocked off a ladder $4,500,000 for a construction worker who fell through an unguarded opening on an upper level at a construction site $4,100,000 for a construction worker who slipped and fell from a beam $4,000,000 for a painter injured in a building renovation For a free initial consultation with an effective New York City workplace injury attorney, contact our office by e-mail or call us at 718-993-9999. New York Scaffold Injury Attorneys New York State has enacted specific legislation to protect
National Safety Council Declares April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Council Addresses Common Cause of Injury and Death on Roadways We live in an age of distraction…there are countless ways that our attention can be drawn away from the task at hand. It's almost never of benefit to us, but it can be deadly when we're behind the wheel. Consider some of the statistics: More than four out of ten people confess that they talk on their phones while driving 16.3% say they send or read text messages while behind the wheel About one in 12 engage in some form of personal grooming—combing hair, plucking eyebrows, applying makeup or even shaving—while driving In many ways, it's become a national epidemic. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that nine people are killed and a thousand injured every day in America because a motorist was distracted. In an effort to increase public awareness of the problem and encourage behavior that will bring the numbers down, the National Safety Council has declared April "Distracted Driving Awareness Month." Oresky & Associates, PLLC—Results-Oriented New York City Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Lawyers At Oresky & Associates, our experienced team ofattorneys has successfully obtained more than $300 million in verdicts and settlements for personal injury victims in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens over the past 25+ years, including victims of motor vehicle accidents. We know the radical impact a personal injury can have on all aspects of your life. We'lltake the time to learn the details of your accident and injuries, so that we can help you get full and fair compensation. We'll keep you apprised of all developments in your case, as well as your options, so that you can makeeducated choices about your future. For a free initial consultation with an experienced New York City automobile accident attorney, contact our office by e-mail or call us at 718-939-9999. Our Record of Success in Motor
