We all know that texting and driving is dangerous and incredibly distracting, but many individuals are not aware that using a hands-free device is also dangerous. You might have seen a driver with a Bluetooth earpiece, getting chatty while stopped at a red light or stuck in traffic and, while it might seem harmless to engage in something that does…
New York sidewalks, particularly in New York City, are often crowded, busy places. People walk to and from their homes, workplaces, and other destinations daily and at all hours. Sidewalks are created and maintained by the city for the ease, comfort, and safety of New York citizens, but if the city fails to repair damage to public areas, they could…
Most drivers have seen, if not participated in, road rage. Drivers around the country suffer from an inability to keep calm and stay under control when they disagree with another driver’s speed, maneuvering, and general driving. Road rage is also incredibly dangerous. Incidents of this behavior causing many vehicle accidents are becoming more common as drivers take their aggression on…
At Scarzafava & Basdekis, PLLC, our team believes that our community is of the greatest importance, which is why we work tirelessly to help the people in our community receive the compensation they deserve if they’ve been injured. We also believe that it is important to give back to the people who do so much to help us. For this…
Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol continues to be a huge problem in the United States, though the incidences have decreased over the years. Truck drivers are also subject to the temptations and pitfalls associated with alcohol abuse and a tough job. Commercial truck drivers deal with an enormous amount of stress and long hours on the road,…
Any workplace can pose a safety risk to employees if certain precautions are ignored, especially environments that involve toxins or other hazardous materials. For the benefit of both employers and employees, it is important for a workplace to be kept clean, free of clutter, and in compliance with safety rules to protect workers and avoid fines. Here are some tips…
Driving is never without its potential hazards and risks, but nighttime presents even more dangers for those on the road for a variety of reasons. Now that we are in the midst of the fall season, we will see a lot less light and shorter days. Since many of us have to commute back home from work around the time…
Car accidents are overwhelming and chaotic and, regardless if you were at fault or not, you might be inclined to apologize for it, thinking that it is a kind gesture to offer during a traumatic time. However, apologizing after an accident can potentially harm the outcome of your personal injury claim and compromise the compensation you might have otherwise been…
If you were recently involved in an accident and sustained injuries, you might be wondering if you have a valid personal injury claim on your hands. While you should take this opportunity to consult with a personal injury attorney to know for certain, we have some advice that can help shed some clarity on this question as you begin to…
Summertime is the most popular time to go to a waterpark on a hot day. However, this type of environment tends to spawn all sorts of potential dangers. Water tends to be everywhere, which means slip-and-fall accidents are common. Likewise, people don’t often notice when they start to become dehydrated. Under the hot sun, they can often suffer heat-related illnesses.…