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schoolbus1A devastating crash involving a dumpster truck, a school bus, and an SUV occurred Tuesday in Old Westbury, Long Island, leaving two children and several others injured. The accident, which took place on Post Road near the Long Island Expressway service road, underscores the catastrophic consequences of commercial vehicle collisions.

What Happened in Old Westbury?

According to Old Westbury Police Chief Stuart Cameron, the crash began when a dumpster truck carrying a heavy load of ripped-up asphalt lost its brakes. Unable to stop at a red light, the truck overturned and struck both a small school bus and an SUV. The collision crushed the front corner of the school bus, shattered its windshield, and severely damaged the passenger side of the SUV.

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Location of the Brooklyn Car Accident on Nostrand Ave and Kings HighwayOn New Year’s Eve, a terrifying car accident occurred at the busy intersection of Kings Highway in Midwood, Brooklyn, when a car plowed into two women and their children as they crossed the street. The crash, captured on video, shows the harrowing moment when two women and a young child were struck, with baby carriages sent flying across the intersection.

Thankfully, the victims – both women and a 1-year-old boy – were transported to Maimonides Hospital and treated for minor injuries. However, this incident raises urgent questions about pedestrian safety in high-traffic intersections across Brooklyn.

Driver Accountability and Ongoing Investigation

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NYPD Chase LawyersAs police chase accident lawyers in New York City, the recent incident in Manhattan’s West Village, where a 44-year-old cyclist was seriously injured by a driver fleeing law enforcement, underscores the complex legal landscape surrounding police pursuits and the rights of those inadvertently harmed.
Incident Overview

On December 18, 2024, a suspected drug dealer, while attempting to evade police apprehension, stole a black Ford Fusion and drove it the wrong way down West 3rd Street. During the reckless flight, the suspect struck a 44-year-old cyclist who was lawfully riding in the bike lane, causing the cyclist to be thrown into the air before crashing down. The driver continued fleeing, running a red light and damaging another vehicle, before abandoning the car and escaping on foot. As of the latest reports, the suspect remains at large.

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Ahmad Ladson injured in Bronx Car AccidentThe streets of the Bronx were the scene of a tragic accident on Monday morning when a New York City sanitation worker, 32-year-old Ahmad Ladson, was struck by a vehicle while performing his duties on Colgate Avenue in the Soundview neighborhood. This unfortunate incident highlights the unique dangers faced by sanitation workers, who perform critical public services often in hazardous conditions.

The Incident: What We Know So Far

Around 8 a.m., Mr. Ladson was in the street carrying out his sanitation duties when a Toyota Highlander struck him. The impact left him critically injured, and he was transported to Jacobi Medical Center, where he is receiving round-the-clock care. The New York City Department of Sanitation released a statement acknowledging the risks sanitation workers face, emphasizing their gratitude to the medical team treating Mr. Ladson, and expressing solidarity with his family during this challenging time.

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ambulance at accident sceneA shocking and heartbreaking hit-and-run accident in Williamsbridge, Bronx, has left 3-year-old Mylah Rojas with a fractured skull after a reckless moped driver struck her on the sidewalk and fled the scene. This tragic event highlights the urgent need to address the dangers posed by reckless drivers, even on sidewalks where pedestrians should feel safe.

The Accident

The accident occurred on Friday afternoon around 1 p.m. on Holland Avenue as Mylah walked with her mother, Mariel Rojas. A blue moped with black stripes sped onto the sidewalk, striking the toddler and dragging her several feet. Surveillance footage later captured the driver limping away from the scene, but he remains at large as of this writing.

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Location of the Brooklyn Hit and Run CrashA devastating hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn has left a 25-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition. The crash, which occurred at approximately 2 a.m. on December 1, 2024, highlights ongoing concerns about traffic safety and reckless driving in Brooklyn neighborhoods.

Details of the Incident

According to the NYPD, an unidentified vehicle struck the motorcyclist from behind at the intersection of Farragut Road and Albany Avenue in East Flatbush. The driver fled the scene without stopping to render aid or provide information, leaving the motorcyclist seriously injured.

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location of the Queens drunk driving accidentEarly Sunday morning, a suspected drunk driver caused a head-on collision with an FDNY ladder truck at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 115th Street in Richmond Hill, Queens. This incident underscores the severe risks posed by impaired driving, not only to the driver but also to others sharing the road.

Details of the Collision

Jimmy Lealecheverria, a 41-year-old driver from Harrison, New Jersey, was behind the wheel of a white panel van traveling eastbound on Jamaica Avenue when the crash occurred. The van collided with Ladder Co. 143, which was stationary and facing westbound at the time.

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Ben-Article-Ben Rubinowitz, our managing partner, has long been recognized as one of New York’s top trial attorneys. Recently, he was featured in an article titled “Ben Rubinowitz and the Art of Argument” by Claude Solnik, which explores his unparalleled skill in simplifying complex cases and achieving justice for his clients.

Rubinowitz’s career is defined by record-breaking verdicts and a dedication to ensuring his clients receive not only compensation but systemic change when needed. Among his most notable cases is “Lee v. Westchester Medical Center”, where a misdiagnosed stroke led to a $120 million verdict. His argument boiled down to three impactful words: “Time is brain.” Rubinowitz emphasized how delays in treatment caused irreversible brain damage, leveraging his ability to focus jurors’ attention on the hospital’s negligence.

A Legacy of Record Verdicts

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Koscuiuszko bridgeA tragic multi-vehicle collision at the base of the Kosciuszko Bridge on November 21, 2024, claimed the life of a 75-year-old man and left seven others injured, including a 9-year-old girl. This devastating accident highlights the dangers posed by inclement weather, congested roadways, and potential driver negligence.

Details of the Kosciuszko Bridge Crash

The accident occurred on the Brooklyn-bound side of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) near Exit 34, at Meeker and Morgan Avenues, in Maspeth, Queens. Initial reports indicate that a 46-year-old driver operating a pickup truck rear-ended another vehicle, triggering a chain reaction involving four vehicles: a pickup truck, a green “boro taxi,” an SUV, and a sedan.

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construction workers must be protectedThe latest data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on November 8, 2023, offers a nuanced view of workplace safety trends in the construction industry. While the rate of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses among construction workers declined slightly, the raw number of injuries rose, highlighting both progress and areas needing improvement in jobsite safety.

Construction Accident Injury Rate Declines, But Total Injuries Increase

In 2023, the construction industry reported 2.3 nonfatal occupational injuries or illnesses per 100 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers, a modest drop from 2.4 in 2022. This improvement brought construction’s injury rate below the national average of 2.4 across all U.S. industries. However, the total number of reported nonfatal injuries and illnesses increased by 2.1%, climbing from 169,600 cases in 2022 to 173,200 in 2023.

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