According to federal statistics, truck accidents have been on the rise in recent years. In 2015 alone, there were over 116,000 truck-related accidents across the U.S. Worse, occupants of other, smaller vehicles are at most risk for injury when a truck and passenger...
Month: November 2017
Safety issues with NYC school buses
Nothing is more symbolic of school than a bright yellow bus full of children. Although school buses are a safe mode of transportation, accidents and injuries do still occur. Their lower numbers do not mean they should be dismissed, however. If your child is involved...
ADHD medication may reduce car accident risk
Drivers in New York know that car accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. For people with certain medical conditions, taking medication could make driving safer. This point is illustrated by a recent study of crash rates among drivers who have been diagnosed...
Construction accidents that seriously injure and kill workers
Workplace accidents are common in New York. But on construction sites, they happen so often that they are a standard part of the job. Many construction contractors know they work in environments that have more hazards and risks than the average workplace in other...
Flooring a key issue in slip-and-fall accidents
New York slip-and-fall accidents can cause devastating injuries to victims. These accidents are largely preventable, and many businesses have fall prevention programs in place. Despite this, some companies fail to take their flooring choices into account in their fall...