Tragedy Strikes as a Bronx Drug Den Exploded: FDNY Battalion Chief Killed, 20 Others Injured

October 5, 2020September 27, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Around 7 A.M. this morning, New York’s Bravest responded to a 911 call for an odor of gas in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx. It turned out that the home was being used as an illegal marijuana grow house. The house exploded causing flying debris to strike an FDNY Batallion Chief, mortally wounding him. … Read more Tragedy Strikes as a Bronx Drug Den Exploded: FDNY Battalion Chief Killed, 20 Others Injured

As reported by TMZ and other news sources: Leav & Steinberg files suit on T.I. Rap Concert Shooting and Stampede

March 12, 2021September 22, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

TMZ reports on Leav & Steinberg case: suit filed on two injured individuals hurt during the T.I. Rap Concert in May, 2016 in New York City.

BY RECOMMENDATION OF A FORMER CLIENT, LEAV & STEINBERG, LLP SETTLES A LABOR LAW CASE ON THE EVE OF TRIAL FOR $3,500,000.00

October 5, 2020September 21, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Settlement reached in the amount of $3,500,000.00 for an electrician and construction worker injured while working on the job suffering spinal and hip injuries.

Deadly auto accidents in Queens and the Bronx

October 5, 2020September 2, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

August 30, 2016 was a deadly night in Queens and the Bronx. A tragic collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the New York Post, the multiple fatality and multiple vehicle collision may have been caused by drag racing. See article here. Meanwhile, in the Bronx, a pedestrian was killed after … Read more Deadly auto accidents in Queens and the Bronx

Ferry Boat Strikes Kayakers in the Hudson River Causing Injuries

October 5, 2020August 31, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

A group of kayakers being led on a guided tour on the Hudson River were struck by a ferry boat yesterday evening. Five kayakers were injured, one nearly had their arm severed, when a ferry operated by NY Waterway was leaving Pier 79 on its way toward Wall Street. Ten kayakers in nine boats were … Read more Ferry Boat Strikes Kayakers in the Hudson River Causing Injuries

Roadway and Sidewalk Defects- The challenges in proving “prior written notice”

October 5, 2020August 21, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Roadway and sidewalk defects- proving prior written notice and being able to recover for damages is a challenge and attorney must understand how to prove what is needed.

Dangers at Camp-Injuries to campers can be avoided with using reasonable care

October 5, 2020August 12, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Camp injuries-many children are unreasonably exposed to danger and injured at camps due to negligence

Self Driving Cars-Autopilot assist vehicles and the legal liability discussion

October 5, 2020July 26, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

As many cars manufacturers are developing self driving cars and cars equipped with autopilot features, we must consider where the legal liablity falls when the vehicle and its operator are negligent

Massive Crane Collapses Landing on Tappan Zee Bridge; at least three injured.

October 5, 2020July 19, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Earlier today, a crane collapsed across the span of the Tappan Zee Bridge resulting in injuries to at least three people as they swerved to avoid fallen debris. The crane collapse has caused a shutdown of the outdated and structurally insufficient bridge wreaking havoc on traffic in the area. The bridge is closed indefinitely. The … Read more Massive Crane Collapses Landing on Tappan Zee Bridge; at least three injured.

Construction Labor Law Accident-Injured workers and need for future medical care

October 5, 2020July 18, 2016 by nyaccidentlaw

Protecting construction workers. Leav & Steinberg ensures that their future medical care is covered by making sure any settlement or verdict represents the fair estimate of future medical care.

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