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A 6-year-old girl was injured Thursday evening, October 22, 2026, when a large section of brickwork fell from a building and struck her in the head while she was playing outside in Maspeth, Queens.

According to CBS New York, the accident occurred around 7:35 p.m. on 59th Street, between Maspeth Avenue and 56th Drive. The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) reported that a section of brick veneer measuring approximately four feet by three feet detached from the side of a garage and fell onto the sidewalk.

The child was transported to Bellevue Hospital, where she was reported to be in stable condition.

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location of the fatal queens drunk driving accidentA fatal pedestrian collision in Flushing, Queens, involving a 1-year-old child raises significant legal issues concerning driver negligence, pedestrian right-of-way, impaired driving, and potential wrongful death liability under New York law.

According to the Queens District Attorney’s Office, the collision occurred on October 11, 2026, at the intersection of Murray Street and 32nd Avenue. Prosecutors allege that 57-year-old Elvin Rivera was operating a Chevrolet Silverado northbound on Murray Street when he failed to properly stop at a stop sign, entered the intersection, and struck a stroller carrying 1-year-old Justin Hu.

The child was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His nanny, who was pushing the stroller, reportedly sustained an injury to her arm.

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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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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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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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2025 year in review for the NYC personal injury law firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & MackaufThe 2025 Year in Review documents another extraordinary year for the NYC personal injury law firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, marked by record-setting verdicts, precedent-shaping settlements, and litigation that advanced safety and accountability across New York.

Throughout 2025, the firm secured results in cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, construction accidents, transportation disasters, premises liability, and sexual abuse, many of which rank among the most significant outcomes in New York State history.

Record-Setting and Notable 2025 Results

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Dooring occurs too often in NYCA fatal dooring crash in Ozone Park, Queens, has once again highlighted the serious and often overlooked dangers faced by cyclists, e-bike riders, and scooter riders on New York City streets. These incidents are not unavoidable accidents—they are frequently the result of a driver or passenger failing to exercise basic care when opening a vehicle door.

The Ozone Park Dooring Crash: A 10-Day Struggle for Survival

On the evening of November 18, 2025, Sahan Ahmed, a 24-year-old electric scooter rider, was traveling westbound on Liberty Avenue near 103rd Avenue in Ozone Park, Queens. As he passed a parked 2012 Kia Soul, the driver opened the driver’s-side door directly into his path.

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location of the deadly moped accident in QueensA fatal collision in Jamaica, Queens is drawing renewed attention to the risks pedestrians face every day on New York City streets — including those posed by mopeds, e-bikes, and bicycles operated in violation of traffic laws. Police report that 68-year-old Trevor Lloyd Samuels was crossing at 93rd Avenue and 168th Street on Friday evening when he was struck by a moped rider while walking in a marked crosswalk. He suffered severe head trauma and later died at Jamaica Hospital.

The moped operator, 26-year-old Yunior Rodriguez, remained at the scene and was taken to Queens Hospital, where he was arrested and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.

For Mr. Samuels’s family, the sudden loss has been devastating. His daughter described him as a man with “story for days”—a former correctional officer in Jamaica for nearly four decades, a dedicated home health aide, and a deeply loved father and grandfather. His five children and five grandchildren are now grappling with the weight of a preventable tragedy that unfolded in seconds.

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