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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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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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TLU Webinar on trial practice Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Managing Partner Ben Rubinowitz will be featured in Trial Lawyers University’s TLU Beach 2026 REPLAY – Jury Selection on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 1:30 PM ET.

On Friday, September 4, 2026, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time (10:30 AM Pacific Time), Trial Lawyers University will present “TLU Beach 2026 REPLAY – Jury Selection,” featuring Ben Rubinowitz and Michael Kelly.

Ben Rubinowitz, Managing Partner of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, will share strategies and techniques for one of the most consequential stages of a civil jury trial: jury selection.

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Richard Steigman named New York Personal Injury Lawyer of the year 2027Recognition follows Steigman’s role as lead trial counsel in the landmark Metro-North Valhalla train crash litigation, which resulted in settlements exceeding $182 million

Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that partner Richard M. Steigman has been named the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in New York City.

This is the second time Steigman has received a Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” distinction in New York City. He was previously named the 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.

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10 personal injury lawyers at the firm named Best LawyersRichard M. Steigman Named 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in New York City

Ten attorneys at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, including eight attorneys selected for The Best Lawyers in America® and two named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Partner Richard M. Steigman received an additional distinction, being named the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in New York City. This is Steigman’s second “Lawyer of the Year” honor. He was previously named the 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in New York City.

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e-bike accidents can be devastatingNew York City lawmakers are undertaking a sweeping review of e-bike and e-scooter safety as collisions involving e-bikes continue to rise across the five boroughs

On August 4, 2026, New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin announced that the Council will hold a comprehensive hearing on September 30 to examine e-bike and e-scooter safety, enforcement of existing laws, and at least 17 legislative proposals intended to address the growing risks associated with electric bicycles, scooters and other forms of micromobility.

According to the City Council, more than 500 e-bike collisions have already occurred in New York City in 2026, representing a 31.7% increase compared with the same period last year.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL Outstanding personal injury representation is about more than obtaining exceptional verdicts and settlements. It is about guiding people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives with skill, integrity, and compassion.

For individuals and families facing catastrophic injuries or the loss of a loved one, the legal process can feel overwhelming. Clients need experienced trial attorneys who will fight tirelessly for justice while providing the guidance and reassurance needed during an incredibly challenging time.

The client review featured here speaks to those values.

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A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison) on behalf of the family of Donike Gocaj, a 56-year-old woman who suffered fatal injuries after falling into an uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan.A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison) on behalf of the family of Donike Gocaj, a 56-year-old woman who suffered fatal injuries after falling into an uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan. The lawsuit alleges that the tragedy was not an isolated accident, but the foreseeable result of years of unsafe infrastructure practices and Con Edison’s failure to implement widely available safety measures.

The complaint was filed in New York Supreme Court by Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, one of New York’s leading personal injury law firms, on behalf of Ms. Gocaj’s estate, her children, and her longtime domestic partner, Jashar Kameraj.

A Preventable Tragedy in the Heart of Manhattan

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