Improper Maintenance or Defective Citi Bike May Result in Compensation
In 2015, there were 53,987 bicycle related accidents and 234 fatalities in the five boroughs. Bicycle accidents in the five boroughs occur due to the following: Lack of bike lanes; Struck by a vehicle; Hit by a car door; Defect in the road; Blocked bike lane; Debris in the road; Improper maintenance of Citi Bikes; […]
Sidewalk Safety in New York
It’s nearly impossible to avoid every hazard on New York City’s 12,750 miles of sidewalks. The City’s infrastructure allows for most people to walk wherever they need to go, but it can prove dangerous at times. While the Department of Transportation (DOT) does its best to repair defective sidewalks, there are sometimes issues that are […]
Shared Fault in New York
When filing a lawsuit in New York State, it is important to first consider how the defendant might respond to your claim. He or she could deny it, settle, or even try to place all or part of the blame on the plaintiff, and that is perfectly legal so long as it can be proven. Most personal […]