Working at a restaurant in New York means you will probably encounter a wet floor on occasion along with many other potential hazards. Staying safe while you are at work is a joint effort between you and your employer. Taking initiative for your own safety may improve your confidence and
A property owner has a duty to keep his or her space clear and free from hazards. When this does not happen and you fall and hurt yourself as a result, you may have legal recourse. To be successful in making a premises liability claim in New York, you must
Intersections can make motorists feel confused and stressed. With many signs, signals and markings to acknowledge, drivers may make mistakes that they wouldn’t elsewhere on the road. Around 40% of motor vehicle accidents occur at intersections. Most of these collisions stem from several common causes. Accidents caused by recognition errors
The death of a loved one is always tragic. However, the situation becomes much worse when the reason for your loved one’s death is the negligence or fault of a third party. This is the basis of a wrongful death suit. However, all 50 states have different laws when it
Since its founding in 1980, Mothers Against Drunk Driving has worked tirelessly to create awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving. Other advocacy groups and law enforcement agencies have also collaborated with this mission. Over the years, the laws governing drunk driving and the penalties associated with an impaired
You may have enjoyed riding your bike around Albany and the Capital District region for years without incident until a car sideswiped you recently and kept on going. As a result of the hit-and-run accident, you took a bad fall, suffered a broken arm, and now face significant medical expenses.
When you have grown accustomed to traveling the same roads regularly, a change in traffic patterns or an unclear detour has the capacity to cause confusion and contribute to crashes. Even if you are not familiar with a particular part of the roadway, construction zones present certain hazards that increase
If you walk to work every day, you probably know how dangerous the roads are for pedestrians in many places. However, even seemingly safe areas present dangers, especially if a driver is under the influence of alcohol. Sadly, some pedestrians are killed or seriously hurt while walking to work and
New York drivers understand how dangerous the road often is. Distracted driving is one of the riskiest behaviors that drivers engage with, too. Distracted driving causes many crashes a year and a large number of fatalities. This is because many dangerous driving behaviors fall under this umbrella. For example, drowsy
Working around equipment, machinery and even standard office furniture may create a tripping hazard. While your employer should take adequate measures to protect you and your coworkers, your own vigilance may better protect your safety. Your effort to take every precaution to protect yourself may support your case if negligence