NYC Injury Blog

Slip and fall accidents in New York City apartment buildings are all too common, often resulting in severe injuries and mounting medical bills. Determining who is responsible for these accidents is crucial to pursuing compensation for your injuries. At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our New York personal injury attorneys focus on helping victims of slip and fall […]

Lead poisoning remains a significant health risk for children, particularly in older cities like New York City, where many residential buildings were constructed before lead-based paint was banned in 1978. Even today, children in New York can be exposed to lead from deteriorating paint, contaminated soil, or old plumbing. The effects of lead poisoning can […]

At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our New York City personal injury attorneys know slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. Still, they’re particularly common in New York’s bustling commercial properties, including office buildings, shopping malls, restaurants, and supermarkets. Determining who is liable when these accidents result in injuries can be complex, as multiple parties […]

Retail stores in New York, from the bustling department stores of Manhattan to smaller neighborhood shops in the boroughs, attract thousands of shoppers daily. While shopping is generally a safe activity, accidents do happen. When injuries occur inside a retail store, determining who is responsible can be complex, as multiple parties may be involved. Understanding […]

New York is full of diverse properties, from towering skyscrapers in Manhattan to residential buildings in the outer boroughs. While the city has stringent safety codes, accidents can still happen when property owners fail to maintain safe premises. When injuries occur due to unsafe conditions, victims may have the right to pursue a premises liability […]

Pedestrian accidents are a widespread issue throughout New York City, affecting every borough—whether it’s the crowded streets of Manhattan, the busy intersections of Brooklyn and Queens, the bustling avenues of the Bronx, or the rapidly growing roadways of Staten Island. Regardless of location, the city’s high foot traffic, dense population, and fast-paced environment create a […]

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration plays an important role in ensuring the safety of construction workers across the State of New York. Known simply as “OSHA,” this administration sets a number of rules, conducts inspections, and investigates accidents. It also makes certain recommendations – such as the adoption of new and improved safety equipment. […]

At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our New York City personal injury attorneys know construction sites are inherently dangerous, and accidents can result in serious injuries or fatalities. Determining who is liable for a construction accident in New York is often complex, as multiple parties may bear responsibility, including the employer, contractor, subcontractor, property owner, or […]

An initial consultation with a personal injury attorney can be a daunting prospect. You might still be deciding whether you want to move forward with a personal injury lawsuit, and you might be uncertain about your next steps. You may be wary of working with a lawyer, and perhaps you feel completely overwhelmed by the […]

New York’s Scaffold Law (Labor Law § 240) is a unique piece of legislation providing special protections for construction workers injured in height-related accidents. This law is designed to hold property owners, contractors, and employers strictly liable for certain construction accidents, particularly those involving falls from scaffolds, ladders, and other elevated surfaces. Here, our New […]