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Sexual Assaults on College Campuses


Posted on September 21, 2016 by

Incidents of sexual assault on college campuses across the United States are on the rise. In fact, according to 2015 numbers published by The New York Times, one in four women experienced sexual assault on a campus. Amongst men, the numbers are lower, but still serious – 8.6 percent. Amongst transgender students, reports of sexual assault are even higher than they are amongst females.

If you are a victim of sexual assault, it is important that you understand that you did nothing wrong, and that you have the power to take action.

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New York City Construction Accidents on the Rise


Posted on August 24, 2016 by

With the increase of building and development throughout New York, it is no surprise that construction-related accidents and fatalities have been on the rise. But the alarming fact is that the upsurge in accidents and deaths far surpasses the rate of new construction, raising concerns about neglected safety safeguards across the state in multiple construction and demolition sites. If you have been injured and are disturbed about safety conditions, the construction accident lawyers at the office of Jeffrey K.Kestenbaum can help.

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Finding a MTA Lawyer After an NYC Mass Transit Accident


Posted on August 19, 2016 by

New York City is a bustling hub of commerce, entertainment, and activity. The Metropolitan Transit Authority is charged with providing safe commuter services for tourists, commuters and city-dwellers alike, and for the most part, they do this. But if you have been the victim of an accident due to your experience with MTA, you may wish to consider the words of the Civil Court of the City of New York: “When suing any government agency two key words must be kept in mind – timeliness and research. A person must act quickly in complying with that agency’s procedures and must thoroughly research the procedures involved. You may wish to seek the advice of counsel.”

Because the statute of limitations, procedural requirements and mounds of paperwork impact any accident claim, your best choice after an accident involving mass transit is to speak with an experienced and aggressive MTA & tour bus accident lawyer in Brooklyn.

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Summer Driving Accidents


Posted on July 25, 2016 by

Summer is here, and that means a lot more drivers are on the road! But there is nothing worse than an automobile accident to spoil your summer fun. Although an accident is never optimal; there are special circumstances that make summer driving unique:

• Many summer travelers are busy looking for locations on their travel agenda and may be unfamiliar with the area;
• Students are out of school and on the roads, many of whom are inexperienced drivers;
• Car engines and tires are under extra stress, and heat-related breakdowns are inevitable;
• Motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians are out and about, oftentimes with unpredictable actions;
• Heat-related factors may impact the number of emergency vehicles on the road.

Despite being on the lookout for danger signs, what happens if you do end up in a collision? This is when the experienced accident attorneys at the Brooklyn office of Jeffrey K. Kestenbaum can help.

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What to do After a Sidewalk or Stairwell Accident


Posted on July 19, 2016 by

Who doesn’t love going to a New York water park or beach on a hot summer day? But what if your fun in the sun is decimated with a fall on an uneven sidewalk? Or perhaps a fall on some stairs occurs because insufficient handrails are available. That’s when it’s time to call the experienced accident attorneys at the Law Office of Jeffrey K. Kestenbaum.

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NY Employers and Safety Guidelines


Posted on June 8, 2016 by

A recent ENR New York article reported that safety precautions implemented and followed by a local construction company did not prevent a city crane from collapsing at 60 Hudson Street in early February of this year. These regulations were put into place after several cranes had collapsed in New York over the past several years. The accident killed one pedestrian, and injured three others. While the news report states the company did in fact follow the precautions, this is not always the case in work-related accidents. Below is a basic understanding of who is responsible if an employer fails to follow safety guidelines and an incident occurs.

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What Happens if I Trip and Fall in a Public Park


Posted on May 31, 2016 by

While parks are great places for picnics, spending time with the family or having a barbecue in the outdoors, an injury can happen on the property. Limbs from trees can come crashing down, a child may fall into a pool, or a person may trip and fall on uneven ground. For these reasons, it is important to know who may be liable for an injury suffered in a park and to understand how to pursue a lawsuit if the park is privately or publicly owned.

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What to do in a Slip & Fall Accident from Water


Posted on May 19, 2016 by

While one is going about his or her busy day, the last thing to expect is an injury from a slip and fall accident. Nevertheless, slip and falls can happen anywhere, at any time and to anyone. If you or someone you know has been injured in a slip and fall due to a wet surface, below are several steps you should take in order to preserve your case.

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Falling At Work: Slips, Trips & Falls


Posted on April 28, 2016 by

According to the U.S. Department of Labor the majority of workplace injuries are a result of slips, trips, and falls. In fact, work-related injuries account for as much as 15 percent of all accidental deaths per year just behind car accidents. It is estimated that work-related injuries result in 65 percent of all lost workdays per year.

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How to Settle Your New York Car Accident Claim


Posted on March 31, 2016 by

Almost 300,000  car crashes were reported in New York in 2014, according to the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles website. Of those, more than 118,000 resulted in non-fatal injuries and over 180,000 caused property damage. New York drivers and passengers alike who have been involved in a car accident should learn about the state’s laws and insurance requirements because they affect property damage and injury claims that can be made and, should it come to litigation, settlement negotiations.

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