There is traffic of all kinds in New York, and lots of it. In terms of accidents, taxi or truck collisions may come to mind. However, many people who work in the city travel by commuter trains. One particularly horrendous crash in 2016 has left commuters...
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Traumatic brain injuries are a common result of accidents
Traumatic brain injuries often happen due to car crashes, falls and other situations where the head sustains an impact. Thus, if you suffered an accident, TBI may number among the consequences. While severe TBI symptoms tend to show up faster and are harder to mistake...
Recovering from a spinal cord injury
A spinal cord injury is a serious form of trauma that requires prompt medical care and ongoing treatment. If you get a spinal cord injury, you may have a lot of concerns about your prognosis. While the quickness and completeness of your recovery depend on...
Possible CTE diagnosis may give concussion patients hope
If you are a football fan or played the game in high school or college, you may be familiar with the medical term CTE, meaning chronic traumatic encephalopathy. This is a brain disease that results from repeated strikes to the head. Not surprisingly, former...
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...
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...
What you know about broken bones, fractures and car accidents
Car accidents in the NYC area often lead to injuries. The force of impact and the way the body is thrown about during an accident can lead to some serious mental and physical trauma. Not all injuries require medical care. However, many motor vehicle incidents...
5 common causes of car fires
Your car catching on fire is probably one of the scariest things that can happen to you. Car fires happen for a variety reasons, from manufacturing flaws to electrical malfunctions. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), automobile fires...
Seat belt use is up in New York
Seat belt use has climbed steadily in New York, an unequivocal win for traffic safety. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), seat belt use can reduce the risk of fatality in a car accident by 45 percent, and reduce the likelihood of...
Common causes of workplace fires and prevention tips
Fire is one of the most common hazards in the workplace. Prevention of fire injuries starts with identifying the common causes of burn injuries. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, it is also the responsibility of your employer to train you...