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Several federal agencies created a national definition states can use to report severe injuries. They made it per the 4th edition of the Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria’s Suspected Serious Injury requirements. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions regarding this definition. 1. Why does it exist? One of the measures Congress has implemented to help improve highway safety…
Social media is a massive part of modern daily life and culture. When any major event happens in your life, you may feel compelled to share it with your circle by making a post on Facebook, Twitter or TikTok. You have the right to make statements about your experiences. However, in the aftermath of an accident or injury where you…
As the heat of summer fades, you get to enjoy the cool autumn air and beautiful foliage found in New York State. That cooler weather also comes with new risks for a potential slip-and-fall accident. According to the National Safety Council, 42,114 people died due to injuries from a fall in 2020. Although you have no control over all your…
Construction sites can be dangerous, and as a construction worker, you face unique risks of injury. Potentially debilitating accidents, such as falls, electrocutions, and burns, are common on construction sites, especially when proper safety features are not in place. New York law requires most businesses to maintain insurance to cover workers’ compensation claims. If you get injured working on a…
Both the warmer and colder months bring ample opportunity for enjoying the refreshing spray of open waters from in the waters themselves, along the shores and on the decks of boats. However, an increase in people making recreational use of lakes also means an increase in boating accidents. According to the American Boating Association, in 2020 alone, there were over…
One desire of every construction site manager is a reduction of injuries. Misunderstandings about why they occur hinder us from pursuing this commendable goal. Thousands of construction site accidents happen every year. Clearing up certain misconceptions is bound to lower this figure. Misunderstandings about construction site accidents Many feel that adhering to the standards set by OSHA is enough. In…
Working in construction in New York involves certain risks, and some of the most notable risks you face in your line of work involve falls. Falls have become the leading cause of death in construction, leading employers and safety advocates to question what they might do to help protect their workers on the job. According to Occupational Safety and Health…
If you get into a serious accident, you could be at risk for a brain injury. These injuries typically occur after a violent jolt or blow to the head and can result in short-term symptoms that resolve after a few days to lasting brain damage. Brain injuries are a common type of injury (the Brain Trauma Foundation reports that every…
After someone dies due to someone else’s negligence, his or her family may have to contend with extreme financial hardship while also coping with a devastating loss. A legal action for wrongful death may provide a way for families to manage the immediate economic impact of someone’s unexpected passing. Compensation may also help families navigate the permanent financial reality of…
As a pedestrian, you are always vulnerable to injury if a vehicle strikes you, and severe, life-changing injuries are not uncommon. If you are the victim of a crash, your first concern is recovery from your injuries. The next concern is how to pay your medical bills, which is where the no-fault insurance law comes in. About the No-Fault Law…