A 44-year-old woman was struck and killed early Thursday morning at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Avenue O in Brooklyn when an ambulance making a left turn hit her as she crossed the street (see video below). According to reports, the ambulance did not stop after the impact. Surveillance…
A Republic Airways-operated Delta Connection flight approaching LaGuardia Airport mistakenly contacted the control tower at John F. Kennedy International Airport while on final approach, an error that prompted confusion from air traffic controllers and a stunned reaction from another pilot monitoring the exchange. The aircraft ultimately performed a go-around maneuver…
A hit-and-run accident immediately creates uncertainty. When a driver flees the scene, victims are left dealing with injuries, financial losses, and the question of how compensation will be recovered. In New York, these cases are often more complicated than typical car accidents, making early legal guidance essential. Why You Should…
A 19-year-old woman was fatally struck by a private sanitation truck while crossing the street at Roosevelt Ave. and 62nd St. in Woodside, Queens. According to reports, the driver was turning when the collision occurred. The victim died at the scene, just blocks from her home. Incidents like this raise…
Guidance Following the LaGuardia Air Canada Tragedy A serious aviation incident at LaGuardia Airport involving an Air Canada regional jet and a runway fire truck has left dozens injured and raised urgent legal questions. When a crash occurs on approach or on the runway, the situation is legally complex from…
A tragic crash on a busy Westchester County highway during Monday morning’s rush hour has left a family grieving the loss of a young father of two and raises urgent legal questions about responsibility and roadway safety.According to reports, a tree fell onto the highway, creating a sudden hazard in…
A recent five-star client review for NYC trial attorney Peter J. Saghir marks the second five-star review he has received in less than a month. Congratulations to Peter for earning this recognition from a client he represented through years of litigation. For our personal injury law firm, a five-star review…
A driver accused of causing a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa has been indicted and arraigned on multiple felony charges in Suffolk County. Matthew Smith, 20, of Hauppauge, was arraigned on March 13, 2026, on charges including aggravated vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, aggravated vehicular…
A newly released report by the ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices identifies the most serious threats to patient safety expected to impact healthcare in 2026. The annual Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns report underscores a troubling reality: despite decades of reform efforts, preventable harm remains deeply embedded…
Plans to build a long-awaited protected bike lane along the eastern edge of Prospect Park are finally moving forward, bringing important safety improvements to one of Brooklyn’s most heavily used cycling corridors. According to city transportation officials, construction will begin this month on a $16.25 million restoration and safety project…