2015

Schwartzapfel® Lawyers Motorcycle Accidents: Other Drivers or the Rider?

Motorcycle Accidents: Other Drivers or the Rider?

Those that love to travel on their motorcycles are aware of the dangers they face each time they start their engine. However, even the harshest statistics are not enough to give riders reasons to park their bikes forever. One question that is on most drivers’ and riders’ minds is whether or not it is the […]

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Penalties on Texting While Driving Increase, But Effectiveness is Unclear

In New York, the fines and enforcement of rules against texting-while-driving have become more severe – especially after the number of tickets for doing so increased by 35 percent between 2013 and 2014. In New York City, the increase in traffic tickets has increased by 50 percent over the past two years, while the rest

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Steps to Take When You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse

The idea that someone at a nursing home could be abusing your loved one or taking advantage of their frailty is sickening and shocking. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect are a common occurrence in care facilities throughout the United States. If you suspect something is wrong, it is imperative that you take action right

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Hell’s Kitchen Elevator Mechanic Dies in Fall

An elevator mechanic tragically died when he fell four stories down an elevator shaft in a Hell’s Kitchen building. According to police, the incident occurred on Tuesday, August 25th at 577 Ninth Avenue just between 41st and West 42nd Streets. The area was shut down and locked up. Only police and emergency personnel were allowed

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