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Distracted Driving Leads to Biggest Increase in Traffic Deaths in 50 Years
Distracted drivers kill thousands of people every single year – 3,179 in 2014 alone according to the United States Department of Transportation, to be precise....
What is Personal Injury Protection or No Fault Insurance?
There are several forms of auto insurance drivers in New York need to have in order to own a car, including what’s known as no-fault benefits or...
Kevin and Avonte’s Law Unanimously Approved by U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed Kevin and Avonte’s Law on July 14, 2016, a bipartisan bill intended to protect people with autism and other conditions....
Electrocution Hazards on Construction Sites
Electricity may power our modern society, but it needs to be handled carefully in order to avoid injury. According to The U.S. Department of Labor’s...
New York City Crane Accident Recommendations
The New York City Technical Working Group has announced 23 new safety recommendations for operating cranes within the city. The Crane Safety Technical Group was...
The Perecman Firm, Sponsors Children’s Smile Foundation Family Picnic
The Hawaiian-themed annual family picnic offered family fun for a good cause. Proceeds were donated to fund chemotherapy and rehabilitation for two children in need....
David Perecman Appears on “Stossel” to Discuss Medical Malpractice
Attorney David Perecman appeared on FOX Business’ show “Stossel” last Friday to discuss medical malpractice litigation. He discussed the role of lawyers play in the healthcare...
What are Bifurcated Trials and What Do They Mean for You?
Depending on which county your case is brought in the state of New York, you may have to go through what is called a bifurcated...
What is the Apgar Test?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that almost 4 million babies are born in the United States every year. Of the average 11,000...
Common Causes of Occupational Diseases
Under federal law, employees have a right to a safe work environment. This means that employers have a responsibility to protect their workers from potential...