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East Tremont and Park in the Bronx where a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crashA fatal hit-and-run crash in the Tremont section of the Bronx on September 21, 2026, raises several important legal issues for families after a pedestrian is killed by a driver who leaves the scene.

A 68-year-old pedestrian was crossing near East Tremont Avenue and Park Avenue shortly before 6:00 a.m. when he was struck by a white vehicle. Witnesses reported that the vehicle was speeding and traveling the wrong way on Park Avenue. Police reportedly believe the vehicle may have been a white Lamborghini. The impact threw the pedestrian onto the windshield of a parked Hyundai. The driver fled, and investigators recovered a white bumper believed to have come from the suspect vehicle.

For our Bronx car accident attorneys, a case such as this involves much more than determining whether the fleeing driver committed a crime. A fatal hit-and-run can create separate criminal, wrongful death, insurance and potentially third-party liability issues that must be investigated immediately.

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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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washington place and sixth ave where the hit and run occuredThe fatal hit-and-run that killed 22-year-old Destiny Murrell in Greenwich Village demonstrates why a top New York car accident law firm should be contacted immediately after a driver flees an accident.

Murrell, a Brooklyn resident, was crossing West Washington Place in a crosswalk at approximately 5:00 a.m. on August 23, 2026, when she was struck by a driver who fled the scene. Police said the vehicle, described as gray and possibly an SUV, traveled north on Sixth Avenue before turning onto Waverly Place.

Murrell was transported to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead. At the time of the initial report, the NYPD did not have a description of the driver, and the investigation remained ongoing.

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Officer Patricia Espinosa Case: Criminal Sentencing Marks One Step as Civil Lawsuit Seeks Accountability from All Responsible PartiesThe criminal sentencing of the driver responsible for the death of Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa represents an important milestone in the pursuit of justice. But for Officer Espinosa’s family, the legal process is far from over.

On July 20, 2026, Matthew Smith, who was 20 years old at the time of the crash, was sentenced to 7 1/3 to 22 years in prison for causing the fatal drunk driving collision that claimed Officer Espinosa’s life. The sentence brings closure to the criminal prosecution, but a separate civil wrongful death lawsuit continues against the businesses and individuals alleged to have unlawfully provided alcohol to the underage driver in the hours leading up to the crash.

The civil case raises an important question that extends beyond one driver’s criminal conduct: Who else bears responsibility when an entirely preventable tragedy occurs?

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Espinosa-Visual-with-Flag-2The family of Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Nassau County Supreme Court against multiple Long Island businesses, a social host, and the underage drunk driver responsible for the fatal Long Island car accident that claimed her life.

The lawsuit alleges that several bars, restaurants, and a liquor store illegally sold or served alcohol to Matthew Smith, who was only 20 years old, before the January 31, 2026 crash. In addition to pursuing claims against Smith, the lawsuit seeks to hold every party accountable whose alleged unlawful conduct contributed to this preventable tragedy.

The case serves as a reminder that under New York law, liability for a serious drunk driving accident may extend beyond the impaired driver. Businesses and individuals who illegally provide alcohol to underage persons may also be held legally responsible when their actions contribute to catastrophic injuries or wrongful death.

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Howard Hershenhorn top 10 all lawyers and top 5 all personal injury lawyers in New YorkGair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that partner Howard S. Hershenhorn has once again been recognized among the most accomplished attorneys in New York, earning a place among the Top 10 attorneys across all practice areas in the New York Metro area in the 2026 edition of Super Lawyers.

In addition to this prestigious distinction, Hershenhorn was ranked among the Top 5 Personal Injury attorneys in the New York Metro area, reflecting his exceptional reputation and decades of success representing victims and families in some of New York’s most complex and catastrophic cases.

The 2026 rankings are particularly noteworthy because they mark the first year that Super Lawyers introduced separate rankings by practice area. Hershenhorn’s placement among the elite attorneys in personal injury highlights the breadth of his experience and the respect he has earned throughout the legal profession.

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Bren Rubinowitz was ranked #1 attorney in New York for the third consecutive yearGair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that Managing Partner Ben B. Rubinowitz has once again been ranked the #1 attorney in the New York Metro area by Super Lawyers. This marks the third consecutive year that Rubinowitz has earned the highest overall ranking among all attorneys and all practice areas in the New York Metro region.

In addition to receiving the top overall ranking, Rubinowitz was recognized among the Top 5 Personal Injury attorneys in the New York Metro area in Super Lawyers’ newly introduced practice area rankings, further reinforcing his standing as one of the nation’s premier trial lawyers.

Landmark Results

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Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Named a 2026 Top Firm by Super Lawyers Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a 2026 Top Firm for Personal Injury in New York by Super Lawyers.

The recognition reflects the firm’s continued commitment to excellence in representing victims of catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, construction accidents, auto accidents and transportation disasters as well as wrongful death throughout New York.

In addition to the firm’s Top Firm designation, thrirteen attorneys were selected to the 2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

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location of the Queens fatal dump truck accidentA New York City Department of Transportation worker was recently arrested after police say he fatally struck a mother of two while operating a city dump truck in Queens. The tragedy is a painful reminder that when a crash involves a municipal vehicle, grieving families often face a legal deadline many do not know exists: the 90-day Notice of Claim requirement.

For families dealing with shock, funeral arrangements, children, and financial uncertainty, waiting too long can seriously damage their right to recover compensation.

If the Crash Happened on March 10, 2026, When Is the Deadline?

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NYC school busA school bus accident can turn an ordinary afternoon into a frightening and confusing experience for any family. Reports of a school bus being rear-ended on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, with multiple passengers transported to the hospital, including children, are a reminder that even when injuries appear minor, parents should take immediate steps to protect both their child’s health and their legal rights.

When a child is injured in a bus accident, the days that follow matter. Evidence can disappear, memories fade, and important deadlines may begin to run quickly.

1. Seek Immediate Medical Evaluation

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