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Train derails in New Jersey after colliding with a car

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:06:02 +0000

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/12/23/light-rail-train-derails-after-hitting-car-in-jersey-city-commuters-facing-delays/

F&A settles construction accident case for $2,800,000.00

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:00:50 +0000

Frekhtman & Associates settled a construction accident litigation matter on behalf of a client for $2,800,000.00 on Tuesday December 20, 2011 at a mediation in Manhattan, NY. The case involved a construction worker who was part of a crew rebuilding the sewer system in Far Rockaway, Queens, NY. The plaintiff was inside an access manhole while an excavator operator attempted to lift a trench box cemented into the ground of the same manhole. As the trench box was being lifted, a piece of concrete came loose falling off the trench box and striking the plaintiff in the lower back as he was bent over working inside the manhole. He continued working that day but later went to a pain management doctor who conducted an MRI and found a herniated disc in his lumbar spine (lower back). The doctor performed a series of pain management injections and when that did not help referred the patient to a specialist who conducted surgery to the patient's lower back. The damages award was bolstered by use of experts including an economist to prove future lost wages, a vocational rehab expert to explain how the plaintiff could not work outside the construction industry, and the surgeon who opined about the cost of future medical care. The theory of negligence was against The City of New York as owner of the roadway under section 240 of the NY Labor Law. Since plaintiff's employer was the only contractor present during the sewer construction, there were no other defendants in the case.

Firefighters injured in Brooklyn blaze

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:28:52 +0000

Manhattan building remains closed after Horrific Elevator Accident

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:23:31 +0000

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/12/18/midtown-building-remains-closed-following-fatal-elevator-accident/

Two injured in DWI car accident crash in New York

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:21:03 +0000

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/12/18/2-injured-in-suspected-dwi-crash/

Teen cyclist hospitalized after truck accident in Long Island, NY

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:19:55 +0000

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/12/18/teen-cyclist-hospitalized-after-crash-with-truck-in-suffolk-county/

Assistant to teacher files lawsuit against NYC Board of Education for toxic & hazardous substances in her school

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:14:45 +0000

http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/lawsuit-teacher-aide-rhonda-rivera-claims-toxic-bronx-school-gave-cancer-article-1.989911

Heading the ball in soccer linked to brain damage as per recent NY study

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:12:11 +0000

http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/medical-researchers-einstein-college-bronx-link-soccer-headers-brain-damage-machine-article-1.992828

F&A settles pedestrian car accident for $500,000.00

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:03:32 +0000

A pedestrian struck by a car in Manhattan won a $500,000 settlement after mediation. Frekhtman & Associates senior trial attorney, Richard Mogg, negotiated the settlement of this action which was on the trial calendar in Bronx Supreme Court about 2-3 months away from a final trial date. Liability was strong against both cars who collided with each other in the roadway sending one of the vehicles onto the sidewalk striking the pedestrian. Injuries included: soft tissue back injuries, torn meniscus with arthroscopic surgical procedure, and neurological treatment. The firm was happy with this result and continues to fight for our clients in all aspects of personal injury practice. If you or a loved one has been injured in any type of accident, call us for a free confidential consultation (866) ATTY LAW or (718) 331 7700.

Elevator was under maintenance prior to fatal accident

admin — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:09:19 +0000

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/16/nyregion/elevator-that-killed-yr-executive-was-undergoing-maintenance-city-says.html