17
Jun
Can You Sue For Pain and Suffering In New York?
Imagine being in constant pain and suffering due to an accident caused by someone else's negligence. You're unable to work, enjoy your hobbies or social life, or even carry out simple everyday tasks without discomfort. Unfortunately, this is a reality for many New Yorkers who hav...
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17
Jun
The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff earns BBB® Accreditation New York, New York
New York, New York – The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff is proud to announce our achievement of Accreditation with the Better Business Bureau®. Michael S. Lamonsoff, Esq. and his experienced team of highly aggressive lawyers have been fighting for the justice of accident vi...
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Jun
What Constitutes A Slip And Fall Case In New York?
Slip and fall accidents are often mistakenly perceived as minor incidents with minimal risk of causing serious injuries. In reality, fall-related injuries can be a leading cause of severe injuries and hospitalizations. According to the New York State Department of Health, the num...
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17
Jun
Can You Sue If You're Injured In A Parking Lot?
New York parking lots are treacherous areas for accidents. You don’t expect to get injured while walking in a parking lot and car drivers are often careless while parking. Negligent drivers, poor or broken signage, insufficient lighting, uneven pavement, inadequate maintenance, a...
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17
Jun
What To Do If You're Injured On A Public Stairwell?
According to the National Flooring Institute, trips and falls account for 21. 3% of visits to the emergency room each year. New York City has a large number of defective and unsafe staircases, nestled away in public libraries, museums, parks, and other commercial and residential b...
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17
Jun
How Long Will My Construction Accident Lawsuit Take?
Filing a lawsuit is the way to recover financial damages following a New York construction accident injury. The time it will take to complete a construction accident lawsuit can be difficult to predict. If you were injured in a New York construction site accident, you should spea...
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17
Jun
Undocumented Construction Workers Have Rights Too
Most construction workers in New York are immigrants, and more than half of these immigrant workers are undocumented. Regardless of immigration or employment status, all construction workers have rights designed to protect them if they’re injured on the job. Landowners and contr...
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17
Jun
OSHA Recording vs Reporting
Construction sites across New York are more unsafe because of rushed completion dates. It’s important now, more than ever, for construction workers to be equipped with a general concept of how to apply OSHA standards to their work life. The Occupational Health and Safety Administ...
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17
Jun
Construction Worker Deaths - Unsafe Construction Sites Are More Fatal Than Ever
Lives Lost and Unaccountable Corporations Construction worker deaths are on the rise. Last year, 22 New York City construction workers died while on the job. Three perished last month alone. A new law signed by Governor Kathy Hochul last year provides some incentives for employer...
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17
Jun
What To Do If You Slip And Fall On A Sidewalk In New York
New York is known for its sidewalks. With over 12,000 miles of sidewalks, New York is considered one of the most walkable and pedestrian-friendly cities. Like any concrete structure, sidewalks need to be well maintained. In the absence of proper maintenance, sidewalks can get dam...
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