Speeding in Construction Zones (Part 2/3) What is the likelihood that a pedestrian will die after being struck by a vehicle? Watch to find out. Construction zones have reduced speed limits for a reason: To protect workers. Speeding in active work zones puts their lives at risk. When you drive slower, you can react with [...]
Speeding in Construction Zones (Part 1/3) Do you know how speed affects the survival rate for pedestrians struck by a vehicle in construction work zones? A recent report highlighted a significant number of speeding violations occurring within active work zones in Amherst. Let me be clear: Speeding in these zones is extremely dangerous. Those workers [...]
Filing a Claim Against a Public School (Part 2/2) Q: Can I file a claim against my child's school? (Part 2/2) School child safety should always be a priority. If your child is bullied at school and the situation escalates, email the school teacher, guidance counselor, administrator, or whoever is in charge of handling public [...]
Filing a Claim Against a Public School (Part 1/2) Q: Can I file a claim against my child's school? (Part 1/2) Recently, we've seen an increase in child safety cases within middle and elementary schools. When your child is injured at school–because of a classroom incident, bullying, or any other reason–the first step is almost [...]
Teen Drivers are Inexperienced Drivers Think teen drivers are bad drivers? It isn't necessarily that they're bad, just inexperienced. Teenagers can't adapt to changing road conditions as effectively as adult drivers do because they have yet to be in those situations. Instead, they react in the moment rather than proactively. Defensive driving courses are a great [...]
100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers The roughly 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the most dangerous time for teen drivers, commonly known as the 100 Deadliest Days. Once school ends, these inexperienced drivers hit the road and often fall victim to distracted driving, even when they're the sole occupant of the vehicle. No [...]
Memorial Day and Safe Driving Although Memorial Day traditionally honors and remembers our fallen heroes, it also marks the unofficial start of summer. Safety driving is critical. If you plan to drink at a barbecue or gathering, it is imperative that you have a safe plan to get home. A significant danger at the start [...]
Filing a Notice of Claim Against a Public School Q: If filing a claim against a public school, is there a deadline? In New York State, if you have a claim against any type of municipal entity, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident. What happens if you miss this [...]
Child Safety at School - What To Do If Your Child Is Injured By a Bully Q: My child was injured by a bully. What do I do? Bullying is a huge problem in schools and greatly influences a child's success both in and out of the classroom. When bullying is persistent, physical, and your [...]
A Missing Step Needs Proper Signage As a personal injury attorney, it's hard not to notice everyday dangers–like this missing step. Imagine it's dark outside. Even with adequate lighting, is that step visible? Is the loose concrete noticeable? Can you tell where the edge of the steps is? If the answer to any of those [...]
