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Lincoln Tunnel Bus Crash
- June 18, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
Last week, two buses crashed into one another inside the Lincoln Tunnel. No one was seriously injured, but very many were seriously annoyed. The logistics of this non-fatal accident complicated the matter immensely; when two gargantuan vehicles collide within the tight confines of a narrow corridor, traffic jams are sure to arise. Not to mention that the inhabitants of one bus were dozens of New Jersey born eight-graders on a school trip, which seriously elevates the le[ ... ]
Problems With Potholes
- March 26, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
At long last, winter is coming to an end. This year, New York City experienced one of the longest and harshest winters in its history. Just when you thought March’s leonine beginning was beginning to cede to its proverbially lamb-like conclusion, we were hit with a late snowfall. Eventually though, nothing cold can stay- heat is bound to return to us at some point. And when it does, and the snow has all burned off, and you’re ready to rejoice—well, winter may have[ ... ]
The Unlawful Possession of Drugs
- March 6, 2015
- Personal Injury Lawsuits
If you’ve been arrested for the unlawful possession of drugs, it is extremely important that you seek legal representation. While possession charges vary in nature and severity, all of them carry potentially devastating repercussions. You will want a law firm both adept at handling the intricacies of a drug law case and sympathetic to your personal situation. At Tucker Lawyers PC, we can proudly say that we epitomize both of these as[ ... ]
The Power of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- February 16, 2015
- Premises Accidents
The situation is a well-known one- the carbon monoxide detector is running low on batteries, and its incessant din is echoing throughout the house. Everyone scrambles, trying to hone in on the one detector responsible for causing all the racket. If you’re familiar with this situation, it’s because we’ve all been there. So frustrated are we, when we finally find the infernal machine, that our first impulse may be to get rid of the system altogether. Irritated and e[ ... ]
Playground Safety
- February 11, 2015
- Premises Accidents
Every year, thousands of children are injured on playgrounds. Even though playgrounds are designed to provide the optimal amount of enjoyment for the children while posing the minimal amount of potential danger, accidents are still bound to occur. Playgrounds have been known to cause injuries of all kinds, ranging from the non-serious, such as bruises, scratches, and minor cuts, to the more severe, such as broken and dislocated bones, internal bleeding, and brain trauma[ ... ]
Lead Poisoning & You
- February 1, 2015
- Personal Injury Lawsuits
In 1978, after it was discovered that lead was harmful to humans, the use of lead-based paint was banned, for the construction of homes, and buildings, etc. Lead-based paint, and lead-contaminated dust are among the leading causes of exposure in humans. Houses built before 1978 are likely to contain some amount of hazardous lead. When lead paint deteriorates, it becomes even more easily transmittable, and thus especially dangerous to humans. Who Is At Risk[ ... ]
The Dangers of Electrocution
- January 12, 2015
- Work Injury
One of the principal rules when dealing with electrical wires is to always assume that a wire, whether it be fallen and dangling or properly secured, is “live.” When speaking about electricity, “live” means electrified, and by extension, means the wire in question is dangerous. That’s why it’s always best to err on the side of caution and treat all wires as potential threats. Approaching a wire with care and attention is a must. Those who handle wires, even[ ... ]
Pedestrian Struck On Queens Boulevard
- October 23, 2014
- Vehicle Accidents
Queens Boulevard has long been cited as among the most dangerous roads for pedestrians in the state of New York. Earlier this month, another incident has helped corroborate that notion. At around 2am on Thursday October 9th, a man was struck by an SUV as he attempted to cross Queens Boulevard. On a tip, police are now looking for a black Ford Expedition, (presumably with some front-end damage) which fled the scene[ ... ]
Workplace Discrimination Claims on the Decline
- April 12, 2014
- Work Injury
It’s not too often we see win / win situations in the news, but regarding the current state of affairs of workplace discrimination in America, that’s exactly the case. This year, federal officials have observed a precipitous decline in job-related discrimination claims across all categories. That’s the first win. The second half of the win / win? The winnowing down of those lobbying claims with the EEOC means a higher success rat[ ... ]
