Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is a New York Plaintiff's personal injury law firm specializing in automobile accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, police misconduct and all types of New York personal injury litigation.
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truck side guards can protect pedestrian and cylcists liveThe recent fatal truck crash involving a 15-year-old Citi Bike rider on East 14th Street is raising significant legal questions about commercial truck safety, driver responsibility, and the effect of a New York City exemption that allowed the truck to operate without a side guard designed to protect cyclists and pedestrians.

15-year-old Daria Serkov was killed on September 18, 2026, after a hydro-excavation truck traveling west on East 14th Street turned right onto First Avenue and struck the electric Citi Bike she was riding with another teenager. The precise circumstances remain under investigation, and the truck driver had not been criminally charged as of September 21.

The crash is particularly notable because the truck reportedly did not have a side guard. The New York City Business Integrity Commission had granted the vehicle a waiver from the City’s side-guard requirement in 2023.

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Location of the e-bike accident that killed a teenager and injured anotherA tragic collision involving an electric Citi Bike and a sanitation truck in Manhattan’s East Village has left a 15-year-old girl dead and a 16-year-old girl injured, once again highlighting the potentially devastating consequences when cyclists and large commercial vehicles share New York City streets.

According to Streetsblog, the two teenagers were riding together on an electric Citi Bike near East 14th Street and First Avenue at approximately 9 p.m. on September 18 when they were involved in a collision with a Peterbilt truck. Both teenagers were transported to Bellevue Hospital, where the 15-year-old later died. The 16-year-old reportedly suffered a leg injury and was listed in stable condition.

The truck driver remained at the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.

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location of the accidentA pedestrian was injured in the Bronx on Thursday after someone reportedly threw a heavy object from the roof of a building, according to CBS New York. Police said the object struck a pedestrian below. Few additional details about the incident have been released, including the nature of the object, the severity of the pedestrian’s injuries, or whether anyone has been arrested.

The incident is a disturbing reminder of the serious danger posed by objects that fall or are thrown from rooftops and other elevated areas in New York City. A pedestrian walking on a sidewalk may have little or no opportunity to see an object coming or move out of the way before being struck.

For someone hit in the head by a heavy object falling from several stories above, the consequences can be catastrophic.

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5-star client testimonial for attorney Jacob GreenA recent client testimonial offers a powerful reminder of what exceptional legal representation means during one of the most difficult periods in a person’s life.

The client, who was represented by attorney Jacob Green after he took over the case midway through the process, described Jacob’s “tireless dedication” and “unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth, pursuing justice, and providing much-needed closure.”

At our personal injury law firm, these words are especially meaningful to us. Behind every case is a person or family navigating circumstances that can be deeply personal, difficult and life-changing. Our responsibility extends beyond pursuing the strongest possible legal result. It also means being available, communicating thoughtfully and ensuring that our clients know their case is receiving the attention and commitment it deserves.

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Five star Client testimonial about our personal injury law firmSome cases require more than legal representation. They require a team that takes the case personally, digs into every detail, stays fully engaged, and makes the client feel that everyone involved is fighting toward the same goal.

That is the kind of team Ben B. Rubinowitz, Peter J. Saghir, Adam J. Tynan, Arshaluis Matinian, and others at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf strive to provide.

For a client facing a serious legal matter, there is an enormous difference between simply having lawyers assigned to a case and feeling that an entire team has truly taken up the fight.

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Vision Zero reimagined coverNew York City has announced a major expansion of its Vision Zero street-safety initiative, introducing more than 100 commitments intended to reduce pedestrian deaths, serious injuries and dangerous driving throughout the five boroughs.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the 10-year “Vision Zero Reimagined” plan on September 15, 2026. The initiative calls for changes to the way New York City addresses speeding and repeat dangerous drivers, intersection design, oversized vehicles, e-bikes and scooters, and the safety of municipal vehicles.

For the millions of New Yorkers who walk, bike or drive on city streets, the proposals could eventually result in significant changes to both street design and the measures used to identify and address dangerous driving.

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9 11 tribute 25 year laterTwenty-five years have passed since the attacks of September 11, 2001, but the loss experienced on that day remains deeply felt throughout New York City and across the nation.

Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 people whose lives were taken in New York, at the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93. We honor their families, friends, colleagues, and communities, whose lives were forever changed.

We also remember the extraordinary courage demonstrated by firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, construction workers, volunteers, and countless others who responded without hesitation. In the face of unimaginable danger, they came forward to help strangers, rescue the injured, search for the missing, and support a city in mourning.

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location of the deadly truck accident in manhattan, New YorkA 77-year-old man was killed and two women were injured Thursday morning when a flatbed truck mounted a sidewalk near the Manhattan Bridge in Chinatown, according to news reports.

The crash occurred at approximately 10:20 a.m. on September 10, 2026, at the busy intersection of Canal Street and Bowery. Police said the truck, which was carrying a large load of wooden pallets, had exited the Manhattan Bridge and was attempting to turn right onto Bowery when it jumped the curb and struck three pedestrians.

The man who was killed was identified by his family as Jun Ting. The two injured women, ages 52 and 71, were transported to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition. The truck reportedly continued down Bowery and collided with another vehicle near Hester Street before stopping.

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Client testimonial for personal injury attorney Diana CarnemollaChoosing a personal injury attorney is about more than finding someone with legal knowledge and courtroom experience. Clients also need an attorney who will listen to them, explain what is happening and provide steady guidance throughout what can be a stressful and unfamiliar process.

A recent client review highlights the qualities that make Diana M. A. Carnemolla such a valued member of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf:

“I worked with Diana Carnemolla on my case. She was a pleasure to work with and got me great results! She guided and advised me well and always kept me updated on what was happening in my case. I am very happy I chose this firm and specifically got to work with Diana. I would highly recommend using them!”

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testimonial for our personal injury attorneysFew things mean more to us than hearing from a client after the conclusion of a long and difficult legal journey.

Sasha Edelstein recently shared a deeply moving five-star Google review about her family’s experience with Ben Rubinowitz and Peter Saghir, who represented them for nearly nine years.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, we know that cases involving serious injuries and their consequences are about far more than legal arguments and courtroom results. For the people and families involved, litigation can span years and some of the most difficult periods of their lives.

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