Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is a New York Plaintiff's personal injury law firm specializing in automobile accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, police misconduct and all types of New York personal injury litigation.
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NYPD carA recent announcement by the New York Attorney General’s office has reignited concerns about the tragic consequences of high-speed police chases on the streets of the Bronx. In a decision that has drawn mixed reactions, it was determined that no criminal charges would be filed against an NYPD officer who fatally struck a pedestrian, Sofia Gomez, during an emergency response.

The Tragic Incident in the Bronx

The accident occurred on October 5, 2020, when an NYPD officer was responding to an urgent call on the Throgs Neck Bridge after receiving reports of “shots fired.” The officer, driving a marked police vehicle with lights and sirens activated, was traveling at speeds exceeding 60 mph. As the officer approached the intersection of Pelham Parkway South and Wallace Avenue, he drove through a red light and tragically struck 23-year-old Sofia Gomez, who was crossing the street in a designated crosswalk.

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location of the MTA bus accident in QueensIn a tragic MTA bus accident yesterday near 46th Street and Queens Boulevard, multiple people were injured when a bus crashed into a bench and several parked cars. According to the FDNY, the crash was caused by a 51-year-old bus driver who experienced a sudden medical episode behind the wheel. The exact nature of the driver’s medical episode remains unknown, but it resulted in a chaotic scene that left several people hurt.

Injuries from the Queens Bus Accident

Two female passengers, ages 34 and 64, were injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. The bus driver was also taken to a nearby medical facility for evaluation. Thankfully, it appears that none of the injuries were life-threatening; however, the impact on the victims’ lives can still be significant.

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location of the reckless fatal accidentA devastating accident on Myrtle Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant serves as a harsh reminder of the life-threatening risks faced by construction workers who work hard to ensure our city’s development. On October 29, 2024, a 37-year-old construction flagger, Luis Mario Sangurima, lost his life after being struck by a driver recklessly navigating around a box truck. Sangurima was directing traffic near a construction site when he was hit by a speeding van that crossed into oncoming traffic, underscoring the perils that flaggers and construction site workers face daily on Brooklyn’s streets.

The driver, Clyde Mercury, reportedly attempted to bypass a slow-moving truck by veering into the opposite lane. This act of impatience led to a fatal outcome, with Mercury now facing charges of criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and failure to exercise due care. As Brooklyn personal injury attorneys, we see the dire consequences that arise when drivers ignore traffic rules and fail to respect construction zones. Tragedies like this are preventable when drivers are responsible and follow basic safety protocols around construction areas.

Construction zones, especially in busy urban areas like Brooklyn, require vigilant attention from both drivers and workers. Often, flaggers like Sangurima are the first line of defense for work crews, directing traffic to protect colleagues and pedestrians. By donning reflective gear and guiding vehicles past narrow lanes, they ensure the safety of everyone around the construction site. However, when drivers disregard these signals and attempt dangerous maneuvers, they put lives at risk.

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private garbage truck involved in New york fatal bicycle accidentAs garbage truck accident attorneys in New York City, we see the urgent need for legal support for those harmed by private sanitation vehicles. Although the city’s Commercial Waste Zones (CWZ) system promises to improve the safety of our streets, delays in implementing the system and questionable choices about which companies to involve have left the public vulnerable to serious accidents. This reality underscores just how critical it is for victims to have skilled attorneys advocating on their behalf, holding these companies accountable for the harm caused.

The Dangers of Slow Reform and Questionable Company Choices

Local Law 199, passed in 2019, set out to overhaul New York City’s notoriously dangerous private waste system by creating designated zones where only three companies would operate, limiting truck traffic and enhancing safety. Yet, progress has been sluggish, and while we wait, private garbage trucks continue to pose serious hazards according to a recent report. Shockingly, many of the companies selected for these zones have a history of frequent crashes and major safety violations. Between 2022 and 2024 alone, 17 companies chosen for the CWZ system were involved in at least 61 serious accidents, causing 103 injuries and tragically claiming three lives.

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Jaywalking is now legal in NYCIn our work as pedestrian accident lawyers in New York City, we frequently encounter the tragic aftermath of accidents where pedestrians are struck while crossing the street. With jaywalking now decriminalized, the city’s new law means New Yorkers can legally cross streets mid-block or against traffic signals without fear of receiving a summons. While this change responds to public calls for decriminalization and fairness, it also raises pressing questions about pedestrian safety in a city already grappling with high rates of traffic injuries and fatalities.

The Risks of Legalized Jaywalking

New York City’s streets are busier than ever, with pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists sharing tight urban spaces. According to city transportation officials, crossing outside a crosswalk or against a light accounts for about 34% of all pedestrian fatalities, with nearly 200 people losing their lives in such accidents over the past five years. This law, while freeing, could further endanger pedestrians, especially if drivers fail to recognize pedestrians’ rights or act recklessly. From a legal perspective, this shift underscores the importance of ensuring that those injured in crosswalk-free zones have robust legal representation.

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African American Patient with DoctorsAs AI technology advances, the medical field has seen promising integrations, from diagnostic support to patient care management. However, recent reports highlight a significant risk: AI-powered transcription tools, such as OpenAI’s Whisper, are making alarming errors, particularly in medical settings. Whisper’s tendency to produce fabricated content—what experts call “hallucinations”—poses serious risks when used in doctor-patient consultations. These inaccuracies have far-reaching consequences for patients and healthcare providers alike, particularly if faulty transcriptions lead to misunderstandings, misdiagnoses, or even medical malpractice.

AI Hallucinations: What Are They?

Unlike traditional transcription errors, hallucinations involve the AI creating statements that were never said. For instance, in routine testing, Whisper reportedly added imaginary medical treatments or racial commentary that was absent in the original audio. While these hallucinations are concerning across all fields, they are particularly dangerous in healthcare, where accurate record-keeping is critical. Errors or fabricated statements in medical notes can misinform other medical professionals, lead to incorrect patient care, or provide grounds for miscommunication-based legal issues.

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Amanda Servidio vigile invitationTonight, the family of Amanda Servedio, along with members of Bike and Brew, Families for Safe Streets, and Transportation Alternatives, will gather to honor Amanda’s memory with a vigil and ghost bike installation, followed by a memorial ride. Amanda, an avid cyclist and active Bike and Brew member, lost her life when a pickup truck, engaged in a high-speed police chase, collided with her as she rode her bike through Queens. This tragedy is part of a troubling pattern that has turned the 114th Precinct into an epicenter of reckless high-speed chases on residential streets.

In Queens, the 114th Precinct has seen 38 police chases this year alone—a staggering number for a largely residential area. These pursuits are often initiated on quiet neighborhood streets, placing lives like Amanda’s at extreme risk. The lack of regulation and accountability for these chases has created an epidemic of reckless endangerment in Astoria, where police should prioritize public safety, especially on streets heavily used by pedestrians and cyclists.

While the NYPD patrol guide dictates that officers terminate pursuits when the danger to the public outweighs the need for apprehension, these guidelines seem far from effectively enforced. Amanda’s death painfully underscores this issue—officers pursued a suspect with a staggering record of over 80 speed- and red-light violations, highlighting the systemic failures that allowed a known repeat offender to remain on the roads. The tragedy reflects a disregard for policies meant to protect lives, as the NYPD’s patrol guidelines about high-speed pursuits remain removed from public versions of the guide, further obscuring transparency.

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The 13 personal injury attorneyes at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hwershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf named 2024 Super LawyersAt the New York Personal Injury Law Firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, we are proud to announce that 8 of our attorneys have been selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers list, with an additional 5 attorneys named to the Rising Stars list. This prestigious recognition reflects our dedication to providing top-tier legal representation in personal injury law and our relentless pursuit of justice for our clients.

Super Lawyers is a respected rating service that recognizes outstanding lawyers in various practice areas based on a multi-phase selection process. This process includes peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. Only the top 5% of attorneys in each state are named to the Super Lawyers list, while the Rising Stars list acknowledges the top 2.5% of attorneys who are either under 40 or have been practicing law for 10 years or less.

Ben Rubinowitz Named Number One: New York — Metro Super Lawyers

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New York Police Chase Accident LawyerA tragic police chase in Astoria, Queens, on Tuesday night claimed the life of a cyclist when a driver, fleeing from NYPD officers, fatally struck her. The driver, who was attempting to evade arrest for burglary, was speeding along 34th Avenue before hitting the cyclist on 37th Avenue. This marks yet another fatality resulting from the surge in police chases under Mayor Adams’ administration, prompting concerns about the NYPD’s policies regarding high-speed pursuits.

As NYPD chase accident lawyers, we understand the devastating consequences of reckless pursuits in densely populated neighborhoods. In this case, the police pursuit resulted in not only the senseless death of a cyclist but also intense public outcry about the necessity and safety of such actions.

In New York City, where traffic is already chaotic, engaging in high-speed chases in residential areas is a recipe for disaster. The aftermath of this chase, in which the suspect continued to evade police while an innocent cyclist lost her life, raises the question: Was it worth it? As advocates for victims of road violence, we firmly believe that no property crime, such as burglary, should justify endangering lives in this manner.

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