In a significant development, the alleged driver responsible for a fatal hit-and-run accident in Queens in 2019 has been captured in Guyana, bringing some measure of closure to the family of the victim, Ainsley Dalrymple. Ravindra Dharamjit, the suspect who fled the country to evade justice, has been extradited to…
The tragic death of Fitz Herbert Slowe, a beloved 71-year-old great-grandfather, serves as a painful reminder of the devastating consequences that reckless driving can have on our community. On December 18, 2023, Mr. Slowe’s life was tragically cut short when another motorist, Mario Hill, ran a red light and collided…
The New York City Bar Association is hosting a comprehensive all-day Institute focused on the evolving field of medical malpractice litigation on September 13th. This event will feature insights from various legal perspectives, including plaintiff and defense counsel, appellate counsel, and members of the judiciary. Among the distinguished faculty is…
In an article published today in the New York Law Journal, Ben Rubinowitz and Evan Torgan write about the critical importance of expert cross-examination in trial advocacy. Their piece, titled “Expert Cross-Examination: Creating Maximum Mileage From an Expert’s Mistakes,” offers a deep dive into the strategies attorneys can employ to…
The recent MTA bus hit-and-run accident in Queens, which resulted in the tragic death of 31-year-old pedestrian Mishael Keys Amesha, underscores the importance of having an experienced Queens personal injury lawyer. This case, involving a pedestrian accident with an MTA bus, highlights the complexities of wrongful death claims and the…
As NYC crane accident lawyers who have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of construction site accidents, we understand the critical importance of proper training and licensing for equipment operators. Recently, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has announced significant changes to crane licensing requirements that will take effect…
Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that a total of 9 of our distinguished attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, and an additional 3 attorneys have been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in…
The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking a significant step towards making our streets safer and more efficient with the introduction of two new delivery microhubs beneath the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). These hubs, part of a broader plan to establish 20 such zones citywide, aim to transform…
The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) recently released a crucial data bulletin, shedding light on the concerning trends in fatal injuries within the construction industry from 2011 to 2022. As Construction Accident Lawyers in New York, we must discuss these findings and emphasize the urgent need for enhanced…
As personal injury lawyers serving the Queens community, we are deeply saddened and concerned by the recent tragedy that occurred on August 5, 2024. A cyclist was struck and killed by a truck driver at the intersection of 34th Street and 43rd Avenue in Sunnyside, Queens. This unfortunate event marks…
