Congratulations to Dashanique Seymore, 23, a nursing student at AdventHealth University, Orlando, Fl., the recipient of the Dansker & Aspromonte Associates’ PTSD scholarship. Dasha wrote a moving essay, “At War with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,’’ describing her journey from many traumatic years in foster care to being a college student and mother who is learning to …
Bicycle Accidents – Tips to Help You Stay Safe
As people attempt to get in shape and save money on fuel costs, biking becomes more popular. While we all know about the benefits of riding a bicycle, few people ever discuss the hazards involved. That’s why we feel the importance of addressing bicycle accidents and how to stay safe while on your bike. We’ve …
Motorcycle Accidents – Top 10 Crash Types & How to Avoid Them
There’s no question that riding a motorcycle is riskier than driving a car. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) says that 5,172 motorcyclists died in crashes during 2017. Bikes are less stable than cars and riders have less protection when facing a collision. That’s why it’s imperative riders take extra precautionary measures to stay …
The Most Dangerous Times to be on the Road
According to the International Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), there were 37,133 motor vehicle deaths in 2017. Anytime that you get behind the wheel of a car, you put yourself at risk of being the victim of an accident. While you can’t avoid driving in today’s world, there are some ways to lessen your risk …
Construction Accidents: Most Common Causes
The most recent OSHA statistics show that in 2017 there were 4,674 workers killed in private industries. Of those 7 percent were in the construction field. Given the rate of progress throughout the United States, these numbers are expected to climb in the coming years. There are many causes of construction accidents, and while some …
Auto Accidents – Most Dangerous Roads in the USA
Millions of people travel along U.S. roadways every day. Whether it’s a commute to work or a trip to the grocery store, driving is heavily embedded in our culture. The necessity of travel has paved the way for innovation in safety and global conservation. Seatbelts are required by law in most states and groundbreaking moves …
Causes of Car Accidents in New York City
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, most car accidents, including those in New York City, can be traced back to the motor vehicle operators themselves in the form of driver negligence or operator error. According to the New York City Police Department as of March 19, 2019 there have already been over 17,500 …
ARE CAR ACCIDENTS COMMON IN NEW YORK CITY?
In general, car accidents in New York City are most common on the weekdays, and even more common during the lunch hour and evening commute. However, there were hundreds if not thousands of accidents during the hours of 9pm and 3am, especially on the weekends. NEW YORK CITY CAR ACCIDENT STATISTICS According to the New …
Closer to Whole: Recovering in a Birth Injury Action
Is there any sort of medical malpractice lawsuit that’s not extremely emotionally taxing? Probably not – but birth injury lawsuits are arguably among the most traumatic type of personal injury claim. If you’re a parent seeking to recover in a birth injury action, knowing what you’re in for, and finding the right New York …
Even YOU Could Slip and Fall: Navigating the Slippery Slope of a Slip and Fall Case
We’re sometimes urged to stereotype slip and fall personal injury actions as the sham attempts of “overly litigious” individuals aiming to make a fast buck. But when a slip and fall happens to you, you realize that slip and fall cases can be extremely serious – and a little preparation can go a long way …
An Overview of Informed Consent
If you have suffered from medical malpractice due to errors in the emergency room, diagnosis or surgery, you should contact an experienced attorney to evaluate and represent your case. Whenever a medical professional is considering using any type of medical treatment or procedure on a patient, he or she must first get an informed consent …
Who’s Responsible in Medical Malpractice Lawsuits?
Whether you have suffered due to a surgical error, emergency room error, misdiagnosis or any other form of medical negligence, it is important to have an experienced medical negligence attorney on your side. Those who have suffered from errors during surgery, errors in the ER, misdiagnosis from a physician or other form of medical negligence, …
Basic Information About Medical Malpractice
Whether you have suffered due to a surgical error, emergency room error, misdiagnosis or any other form of medical negligence, it is important to have an experienced medical negligence attorney on your side. Individuals who have suffered from medical malpractice, due to misdiagnosis, surgical error, ER error or other forms of negligence while under medical …
Useful Links for Medical Malpractice
The National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF) Web site talks about patient safety. The U.S. Agency for Health Care Research & Qualityacts as a resource, providing links and info about patient safety, general health and patient tips. Patient Safety talks about how to provide patient care that is superior and safe. This is provided by the Joint Commission International. …
Personal Injury Lawyer FAQ’s
You have questions. We have the answers you are looking for! At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates, we are dedicated to helping all New York metropolitan area residents win their fair compensation after a serious accident of any type. Whether you have been injured in an automobile accident, your child injured from supervision negligence, or you …
The Personal Injury of Workplace Bullying
For all but the wealthiest Americans, working isn’t a matter of choice. It’s a necessity. In fact, more than 128 million Americans held full time jobs (or worked at least 35 hours per week) in January 2019. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data for 2017 also indicates that the average full-time employee working Monday through …
The Legal Process – Experienced Personal Injury Attorney
Accident and personal injury lawsuits can take many forms, but the basic steps of the legal process generally remain the same. Personal injury cases are complicated, and while an experienced attorney can help you navigate the process, by better understanding the procedures involved you can feel more in control of your personal injury claim. Personal …
Personal Injury Lawyer to Criminal Lawyer – What Does a Lawyer Do?
So here’s a question for you. What do you want to do when you grow up? Do you want to be an actor or actress, or a doctor, or an interior designer? Maybe you want to be a firefighter or a police officer. Or perhaps you want to be a lawyer. If that’s the case, …
Personal Injury
Are you looking for a personal injury lawyer in New York City? Look no further than Dansker & Aspromonte. Our lawyers aggressively seek compensation for those who have suffered injury or death due to negligence, malpractice or accident. With over 30 years of experience and hundreds of millions of dollars recovered for thousands of clients, …
New York Personal Injury Law Firm Consultation Preparation
When you’ve been injured and you’re looking to hire a personal injury lawyer in New York, one of your first steps should be to schedule a free consultation with a New York personal injury law firm. This free consultation offers an important opportunity for you to: Learn more about your rights and options Get …