Are driver assist features really safe in Manhattan?

If you are like most people in New York, you have no doubt seen ads for new cars, trucks or sport utility vehicles that tout the inclusion of advanced safety features. Many of these features rely on technologies that in some way shape or form take over some of the responsibility of driving from the… read more

Can an app be sued for product liability?

When we think of dangerous products, things like toys or appliances usually come to mind. However, a new lawsuit is aiming to add digital products into the mix. But how can something without a physical product be harmful? How apps can harm The app in question is dating app Grindr. A New York man claims… read more

What are the FDA’s recall categories?

News that you may be using a recalled product might immediately cause you to panic. The common school of thought amongst many in New York may be that products are only recalled if they are extremely dangerous. Thus, using one automatically puts you and your family in great danger, too. While this may be the… read more

Common causes of pedestrian-vehicle accidents

Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise. According to recent statistics, fatalities are at a year high. What are the most common causes of accidents between vehicles and pedestrians? Speeding Cars that are speeding may have difficulty slowing down enough to stop for a pedestrian in their path. According to crash data, a vehicle traveling just… read more

Are truck drivers encouraged to speed?

The pressure to perform well at work is very real. Yet while you might feel it in your job, you may not automatically assign it to other professions in New York. Yet practitioners in all fields (including jobs that impact you both directly and indirectly) often feel compelled to do all that they can to… read more

Widely bought holiday toys that come with choking hazards

It is no secret to parents that many toys can pose major choking hazards to young children. In the coming days and weeks after holiday festivities, toddler-age children are likely to find any potentially dangerous parts on their new playthings. As you begin to transition back to normal, daily life again, keep an extra eye… read more

NYC introduces new bills to fight harassment in nightclubs

You and a few girlfriends decide to go out for a night of food, dancing and a few drinks. However, throughout the night, other patrons will not stop sexually harassing you. Many women have experienced sexual harassment in New York City’s bars and nightclubs. You may feel that you are powerless against it, even if… read more

Pedestrian Deaths Are Down, But Is The Problem Solved?

Fatal pedestrian accidents are at a 100-year low in New York City. In 2017, 101 pedestrians died after being hit by motor vehicles. That number is almost half of what it was in 2013, when the city instituted its Vision Zero plan to keep pedestrians safe. However, the number of pedestrian deaths that have been… read more

An increase in preventable accidents a concern for bus drivers in Manhattan

School bus drivers in New York have a pressing responsibility to protect the children they are in charge of getting to and from school each day. While each is required to undergo a background check and considerable training to guarantee that they understand their responsibilities, other motorists must also be paying attention to make sure… read more

Can sick truck drivers be made to work?

There is often an added degree of courage and commitment assigned to those who are willing to come into work when they are sick. While their dedication to their jobs may be admirable, in many cases, the best course of action may just be for them to stay home in bed. That is not only… read more