Using a cellphone while driving is very dangerous, especially if the driver is texting. New York bans texting and driving, but that does not stop people from doing it. Drivers may only face trouble if law enforcement sees them using a phone while behind the wheel and...
Personal injury
OSHA works to make falls obsolete in the construction industry
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Sep 26, 2019 | Personal injury
Construction workers in New York take on unique risks every day when they go to work. According to the United States Department of Labor, in 2017, 366 workers fell from one level to another on a construction site and died. The department also believes that these falls...
Common office hazards that can be easily avoided
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Sep 26, 2019 | Personal injury
The number of workplace injuries in New York is staggering and may be discouraging to the average worker. According to the National Safety Council, a worker in the country is injured on the job every seven seconds. One of the best ways to avoid these injuries is to...
Steps to take after a car crash
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Aug 28, 2019 | Personal injury
Car crashes happen every day. In fact, according to the NYPD, there were more than 18,000 motor vehicle accidents in the city in July alone. While you may have never thought much about the aftermath of a car crash, what you do immediately following one may make a huge...
What is Operation Hardhat?
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Aug 20, 2019 | Personal injury
During warmer months in New York, road construction is a very common occurrence. During the winter, road crews cannot do the work they need to do. Also, winter is very hard on roadways, so they need repaired once the weather is warm. Construction crews on roads...
Understanding New York’s personal injury laws
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Aug 7, 2019 | Personal injury
When someone suffers an injury, he or she may wonder about the legal options. It is important for an accident victim to understand the New York laws relevant to personal injury. New York statutes address important factors including time limits for filing a claim and...
What do I do after an Uber accident?
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Jun 21, 2019 | Personal injury
Ridesharing services like Uber have grown in popularity throughout the country and particularly among New York riders. While rideshares come with a variety of benefits, accidents can still happen anywhere on the road. In your own vehicle, you may have questions after...
Is there a growing problem with construction accidents?
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Jun 13, 2019 | Personal injury
One of the most dangerous jobs in New York is construction. Accidents happen regardless of safeguards. They can occur at any time due to the nature of the work. These accidents are becoming more prevalent, too. It is not even new workers who are at high risk. It can...
Who covers the cost of a ride-share accident?
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Jun 13, 2019 | Personal injury
Ride-share services such as Uber and Lyft improve safety and enhance access to transportation, making it easy and affordable to get around town. However, if you become involved in a motor vehicle accident as a ride-share passenger, you could sustain serious injuries....
Construction is New York City’s deadliest job
On Behalf of Palillo Law | Jun 5, 2019 | Personal injury
With the warmer temperatures, construction work increases in New York. CBS New York reports that construction worker fatalities are also on the rise, but not necessarily because of the weather. According to data gathered by the city, deaths on construction work sites...