Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 20, 2019 | Car Accidents

A lot of things lead to distracted driving. Some people struggle with phone addiction, for instance, so they feel like they cannot put the phone down behind the wheel. Others run late for everything they do, so they often find themselves eating or drinking behind the wheel as they attempt to get back on schedule…. read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 20, 2019 | Car Accidents

You recently moved to Manhattan to start a new job. You have always owned a car and commuted to work, and so you assume that you will do the same thing in New York. You know that it’s a big city and that a lot of people use public transportation, but you like the freedom… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 18, 2019 | Car Accidents

Residents in New York State may often hear reports about how strict the state’s laws on drunk driving are. Most people are generally pleased to hear these reports as they provide a feeling of safety and security. Other people may wonder whether or not the laws are actually strict enough, knowing that there are many… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 5, 2019 | Pedestrian Accidents

With the amount of traffic on the streets, New York is a city where walking is heavily encouraged. It can give you a good workout and more time to enjoy the unique locations and architecture that the Big Apple has to offer. Unfortunately, it isn’t just the impatient drivers in Times Square you’ll have to… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 4, 2019 | Products Liability

When we buy new toys and gifts for our children, we expect them to be safe. Toys and equipment intended for use by children should have an indication of what age they are appropriate for. If your child is 4 and they were injured by a toy that was labeled as being suitable for children… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | September 1, 2019 | Medical Malpractice

If you are like many people in New York, you are shocked and concerned every time you hear about a medical error – especially one that results in the death of a patient. Sadly, these events happen all too often. Some research in recent years even indicates that only cancer and heart disease claim more… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | August 22, 2019 | Injuries, Products Liability

It’s difficult to imagine being stuck in an elevator. You’re on your way up to the office, and the elevator chugs to a stop. Maybe the lights flicker. Worse, they go out. You’re suspended by cables high above the ground, in a 36 x 48” box. You hit the buttons, but they don’t seem to… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | August 22, 2019 | Injuries

When biking in a city setting, it’s imperative that your safety and well-being take priority over everything else. While there’s no surefire way to prevent an accident, there are safety tips you can follow to help avoid trouble. Here are five things you can do to bike safely in a city setting: Make eye contact… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | August 20, 2019 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents

The rules of the road are always changing, but many New Yorkers may get caught off-guard by a law that may soon affect their safety on the streets. Both chambers of the legislature have passed a law that allows for rental e-scooters on New York streets, except for in Manhattan. The bill has not yet… read more

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. | August 18, 2019 | Car Accidents

Some residents in New York may be very excited to see the development of self-driving cars. Other people may be a bit concerned about ceding control of driving to a computer. Regardless of their feelings on the topic, these vehicles are the future and it is important to understand what is really meant when the… read more