The New York wrongful death statute of limitations is Estates, Powers & Trusts § 5-4.1. If you are considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit in New York, you should be aware that there is a limited window of time to take this civil action before the deadline in your case runs out. At that point, …
When someone you love dies because of someone else’s negligence, you are entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit in New York. This process can seem complex and your visit to this web page suggests that you may have l questions about how filing a wrongful death case works. Please read on for answers to …
Lane-splitting refers to motorcyclists driving between the traffic lanes to pass slower-moving cars. This technique, while great for moving through congested areas quickly, is illegal in NYC. The relevant New York statute states, “No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.” NYC Lane Filtering, Lane …
In the fall of 2022, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute released an article linking chemical hair straightener use to an increased risk of developing uterine cancer. This study’s findings are the first piece of evidence suggesting an association between chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer. Some of those affected have filed hair straightener …
Thanks to recent changes in the law, many people are now eligible to bring lawsuits seeking financial compensation for the impact on their health due to contaminated water exposure at Camp Lejeune. It is believed that as many as 1 million individuals were exposed to the contaminated water and could seek compensation. The following article …
It’s never a good idea to drink and drive. Doing so while children are in the vehicle as well can be especially dangerous. A person should never be tempted to get behind the wheel while intoxicated. They are risking not only their own life but the lives of everyone in the vehicle with them and …
The New York Times reports that several people were killed when a construction crane collapsed at the site of a Canadian building site on Monday, July 12, 2021. According to a statement released by Kelowna Police, the accident happened at approximately 11:00 a.m. as the construction crane was being dismantled at the site of a …
Almost every state in the U.S. regulates the color and type of lights and sirens that police, fire, ambulance, and other emergency vehicles have. Depending on the state, it may be illegal to equip civilian vehicles with such lights to use on public roads – except in the case of those belonging to first responders. …
The Daily Gazette reported on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, that a semi tractor-trailer bridge strike earlier this week has City officials in Glenville asking the state to intervene and make much-needed improvements to an underpass at Glenridge and Heckletown Roads. According to Town Supervisor Christopher Koetzle, the city wants the road to be close to …
Every year, incidents involving fireworks become more and more prevalent. There is a reason why states, cities, and municipalities pass legislation regarding fireworks. In the hands of professionals, spectators can enjoy a breathtaking display. In the hands of the untrained, however, handling fireworks can end in tragedy. That is what happened to one family in …
