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errill's Law will Take Place to Help Keep Bicyclists in New York Safe from Accidents

This November a new bicycle law will go into effect in New York to protect the safety of bicycle riders on the road by requiring drivers to keep a safe distance from bike riders. The law has been named "Merrill's law" which was named so in memory of Merrill Cassel, a 66 year old man, who was injured and killed when a public bus side-swiped him last November. Bicycle accidents in New York can not only cause injuries but can be life threatening. To speak with an bicycle injury lawyer in Staten Island call 800.976.4904.

Safety Tips for College: Dorm Room Accidents in New York

When children finish high school and head out to college a popular choice for many parents is for their kids to live on campus because it is safer and more protected. While thing may be true in some circumstances it does not mean that it is free of things that can be harmful. Many dorm room accidents take place every year in New York and at campuses around the country. Some accidents are at the fault of the students in the dorm room but other things may be avoidable and are the negligence of the school.

Faulty Hip Implants from Johnson & Johnson Recalled

Johnson and Johnson has announced the recall of two of their hip replacement products recently because they have received over 400 reports over the past two years including some people who needed to receive a second hip replacement surgery because of the defective hip replacement products. To speak with an injury lawyer in Staten Island, NY regarding hip replacement product injuries call 800.976.4904.

Bed Bugs Found in New York City Homes, Hotels and Stores

Bed bug infestations have been found throughout New York City in schools, hospitals, department stores, hotels, motels, apartments, co-ops and houses. These bugs generally only leave itchy marks on their hosts but some people are allergic to the bites and may end up with more severe reactions such as not being able to breath. If you have experienced a severe problem with bed bug infestations in New York City which resulted in injuries call 800.976.4904.

Staten Island Recall Alert - Millions of Eggs Recalled for Salmonella: Which Eggs Were Recalled?

380 Million eggs have been recalled nationwide including in Staten Island and around New York City. These eggs have been tainted and are the cause of 2,000 salmonella poisoning cases in the past few months. For a list of symptoms of salmonella poisoning and which eggs were recalled read more.

Double Stroller Zooper Recalled After Children are Injured from Stroller Collapsing

Staten Island residents and residents of New York City please be aware of a recent recall issued by the CPSC for thousands of double strollers with the name "Zooper" on them. The double strollers are being recalled for problems with them collapsing with children in the strollers. So far injuries sustained by toddlers and infants have been kept to scrapes, bruises and cuts. For more information on what to do if you have a Zooper double stroller continue reading.

Prescription Medication Mishaps: Confusing Prescription Information Fliers May Change Soon

The FDA has decided to make changes to the way that prescription drug information fliers are. Most patients believe the sheets of information that come with medication are complicated and often times patients find that the information changes in the pamphlets from time to time and from pharmacy to pharmacy. To speak with a prescription injury lawyer in Staten Island call 800.976.4904.

Staten Island Installs More Crosswalk Countdown Times

Staten Island will be installing 75 countdown timers into crosswalk lights over the next year as part of a $4 billion project to make the roads in New York City safer. The timers will be installed in crosswalk lights based on width and length of the streets and accident rates in the area. This is being put into place to help reduce pedestrian accidents and deaths in Staten Island.

Child Car Accident Injuries Drop After NY Booster Seat Law Put Into Effect

http://www.dddilaw.com Child Car accident injuries in New York have decreased according to a recent report that was released. The drop was by 18% and compares the number of children who were injured before the new NY booster seat law was put into effect and compares it to the rate after it was put into effect. The NY booster seat law that was put into effect in 2007 required children ages 4 to 6 to be in a booster seat. The law in New York for booster seats changed again last year to 7 years old and a height requirement of 4' 9". For more information call Staten Island car accident lawyer at 800.976.4904.

Poisoning of Kids with Household Items in Daycares, Babysitters and at Home May Be Declining but Still Needs Improving

Poisoning of kids from household items is something that unfortuantaly happens far too often and can happen in only a few seconds. In fact, most parents and caregivers who describe incidents in which a child ingests a poisonous household item say that it "happened in the blink of an eye" or that they were only "out of the room for a few seconds". Many times these statements are true and a few seconds is all that it takes for a child to get ahold of a poisonous household item.

A recent nationwide study showed that the overall number of emergency room visits have decreased since the last study was done in 1990 but do not think too quickly that this means less children are ingesting household items that are poisonous.  According to the Poison Control Center the amount of calls they receive about children swallowing poisonous household products has increased. So whether the overall number of children getting ahold of poisonous products and ingesting them has decreased or increased is difficult to determine.

It is important not only to make sure that your house is child-proof but also to make sure other areas your child may be playing in are child proof. Child poisonings can occur anywhere but for children age 1 - 3 poisonings normally occur when the child is at daycare or at a babysitters house if it does not occur in your own house. So when choosing where to leave your child while you work, go out on dates or for any other reason make sure to thoroughly investigate the area your child will be staying in. You never want to assume that just because they are a daycare or a child care center that they are safe there still may be negligence lurking even places that handle children on a daily basis.

For more tips on what to look for at Staten Island daycares and chld care centers read our Staten Island Daycare Safety Tips.

Woman Killed in Car Accident in Staten Island 5 Others with Neck and Back Injuries

A car accident in Staten Island on Hylan Boulevard and Steuben Street is the cause for a woman's death and 5 other being injured with neck and back injuries from the car accident. The accident took place when a mini van was attempting to make a left hand turn and collided with an on coming car. The fault of the accident is still being determined.

School Bus Seat Belt Debate After Children Injured and Killed in School Bus Accident

An long debate on school bus seat belts has been revived after the recent school bus crash which resulted in injuries and the death of some of the children aboard the bus. School bus accidents in New York have occurred throughout the year also. It is important when considering this debate to take into consideration the amount of lives seat belts have saved when used properly in cars and how effective it could be when used on school buses. If your child was involved in a school bus accident in Staten Island, Brooklyn, or elsewhere in New York call our injury law firm at 800.976.4904.

Staten Island Lawsuit for Birth Injury at Staten Island University Hospital Settled

Birth injuries can have a life long effect on a child's life if they are severe enough or may even result in death. Recently in a birth injury lawsuit in Staten Island the Staten Island University Hospital and a Staten Island obstetrician was sued for medical malpractice from leaving a mother on pitocin for too long while she was in labor resulting in a lack of oxygen to her baby which resulted in brain lesions and a possible learning disability.

Reglan Linked to Tardive Dyskinesia | Reglan Nervous System Disorder

Reglan has been linked to Tardive Dyskinesia, a nervous system disorder that causes involuntary, repetitive movements of the body that may become permanent. There are also other health problems associated with Reglan. To speak with a Reglan lawyer in New York or for more information about Reglan lawsuits call 800.976.4904.

New York Child Killed After Being Hit by a Tow Truck, Mother Injured

Young boy dead and mother injured after being hit by a tow truck in Manhattan. New York City pedestrians far too often become victims of being hit by a car in New York City and often die or become severely injured due to such a fatal blow. To speak with a lawyer in New York to represent you if you are an injured pedestrian or lost a loved one to an accident where they were a pedestrian struck by a vehicle call 800.976.4904.

New York Mother Arrested for Driving Drunk with Daughter in the Car

Twelve year old New York girl makes alarming phone call to New York State police saying she was in the car with her mother who was driving drunk. Driving drunk with a child 15 years old or younger in the car is punishable under Leandra's Law in New York State. Staten Island and New York laws prohibit drunk driving but depending on the situation depends on the severity of the charges against the drunk driver. Driving with a child in the car with a BAC (blood alcohol content) of 0.08 or higher is illegal and the drunk driver will be convicted of a felony on the first offense. For more information on drunk driving accidents in New York call 800.976.4904.

Staten Island Motorist Hurt After Hitting Utility Poles and Stop Sign

Late Sunday evening an SUV driven by a Staten Island motorist hit two utility poles and a stop sign before coming to a stop.  The motorist driving the car says that the vehicle went out of control. Police are still investigating.

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Staten Island Motorist Hurt After Hitting Utility Poles and Stop Sign

Late Sunday evening an SUV driven by a Staten Island motorist hit two utility poles and a stop sign before coming to a stop.  The motorist driving the car says that the vehicle went out of control. Police are still investigating.

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Staten Island Bike Recall: Avoid Being Injured on a Redline Cyclocross Bicycle This Summer

Today the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a recall for the Redline Cyclocross bicycle because of dangerous bike framesets.  The fork on the bike can seperate from the crown and cause the rider of the bike to lose control. 

The manufacturer of the Redline Cyclocross, the Seattle Bike Supply, has reported that they have received to date five reports of cracks near the fork's crown.

The bikes were sold between July 2009 and May 2010 for approximately $1,400. The frames were sold seperately for $400. They are black and yellow and have "Redline" written on the frame of the bicycle.

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If you own one of these recalled Redline bicycles you should stop using it immediately and contact Redline Bicycles at 800.283.2453 to receive a free bicycle fork replacement.

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Staten Island Medical Malpractice Lawyer Blogs About Staten Island Hospital Errors

The two hospitals in Staten Island are both "university hospitals" which mean that they are hospitals that are connected to a university in Staten Island. These hospitals serve not only as a place to go for an emergency but also as a place of learning for "student doctors". Doctors go here to learn and to get their first "hands on experience". Sometimes these doctors are more likely to make an error or commit medical malpractice. It is important to keep an eye on the doctors to make sure medical errors and medicine errors are not made if you have to make a trip to the emergency room.

Hit and Run by Drunk Driver Kills Woman in Staten Island Car Accident

On Saturday a Staten Island woman was pronounced dead after being hit by a drunk driver on Targee Street in Staten Island, NY.  The man who hit the woman was 19 years old, was intoxicated and did not stop once he hit the woman.

The woman who died in the accident was on the side of the road at the time of the accident because she was having car trouble.  The motorist who hit her continued to drive after hitting her.  According to a neighbor who was watching when she was hit she flew more than 150 feet.

The car that was being driven by the driver who fled the scene of the accident was found about a block or so away from the scene of the accident.

The hit and run driver is being charged with driving while intoxicated and leaving the scene of an accident so far but could very well be charged with more.

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Staten Island Dog Bite Law: Dog Bites Can Leave Kids with Emotional Disorders

Children who are bitten by dogs not only suffer physically but emotionally. If your child was bit by a dog in Staten Island and suffers from physical or emotional problems because of the dog bite it is important to contact a dog bite lawyer in Staten Island, such as Frank J. Dito Jr. located at 1610 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY 10304 call 800.976.4904 to set up a free consultation.

Staten Island Toddler Pulled From Pool Alive

A Staten Island toddler who was rescued from drowning in a family pool last Friday is still in the hospital but is in better condition and is expected to live. Doctors are saying it is too early to determine if the 18-month old will suffer any long term problems from the lack of oxygen when he almost drowned.

We hope that this Staten Island toddler makes a full recovery from this close to death experience and lives a happy and full life.

Staten Island Spinal Cord Injury Prevention and Care

With summer in full blast in Staten Island it is important to make sure we are being as safe as possible to avoid spinal cord injuries. Staten Island spinal cord injuries can take place from public pools, private pools, car accidents, ATV accidents, motorcycle accidents and many other things.

Police Cracking Down on Cell Phone Usage While Driving in Staten Island

Today will begin an effort by Staten Island police to be take extra steps to crackdown on drivers who use talk or text on their cell phones while driving.  These days are known as "Cell phone crackdown days" and when New York City has run them in the past they have averaged a number of 6,500 to 8,000 tickets for all boroughs combined in a 24-hour period.  Starting today everyday in Staten Island will be a "cell phone crackdown day"

Texting and driving and talking and driving are illegal in Staten Island and throughout the state of New York but on "cell phone crack down" days police put special focus on pulling over drivers who are on their phones.  Each ticket for using a cell phone while driving is $130. 

Distracted driving is one of the highest reasons for car accidents and is dangerous accounting for many lives and injuries that have left lives changed which is why it is illegal to drive and talk or drive and text in New York. Do the right thing and only use your phone hands free which means use voice activated dialing and leave your phone on speaker phone or use a bluetooth or other headphones if you need to make a call while driving. As for texting some phones come with talk to text programs that allow you to speak what you want to text to someone. Otherwise wait until you are done driving or if it is urgent pull over to the side of the road and make your call or text and then continue driving.