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Starting July 11, NYC Streets Will Be Getting A Lot More Speed Cameras
New York City’s speed camera program will soon be overhauled – both in regard to the numbers of cameras on NYC streets and their hours...
Hurt on the Job: Who Pays for Medical Bills After a Work Injury?
Being injured on the job can jeopardize your financial well-being just as much as your health. From concerns over time off and lost income to...
National Safety Month 2019
June is National Safety Month, and our team at The Perecman Firm, want to do our part in sharing resources and information to help our...
NY Scaffold Law Was Passed in 1885: Here’s What It’s About
New York looked much different in 1885 than it does today. A year when the (still copper) Statute of Liberty first arrived in New York...
What Are Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Case?
Personal injury cases are matters of civil law, and specifically a type of “tort,” which means it’s a legal action arising from a wrongful act...
Construction Industry Sees Rise in Fatal Elevator Accidents
Known for its high-rise apartments and skyscrapers, New York City sees its fair share of elevator-related accidents involving the general public, as well as accidents...
The Perecman Firm, Supports Autism Awareness Month
April 2nd is World Autism Day, a United Nations’ designated day of observance which kicks off an entire month dedicated to spreading awareness, promoting education, and...
Will I Be Drug Tested for Workers’ Compensation in New York?
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that can be invaluable for people who suffer injuries or illnesses which arise from performing job-related duties. Although workers’...
Appeals Court Hands Win to Electrically Shocked Construction Worker Without Trial
An appeals court in Manhattan said a trial was unnecessary to decide if the parties who operated a construction project were responsible for the injuries...
NYC Approves World’s Tallest Building Demolition for JPMorgan Chase’s Manhattan HQ
Officials from New York City’s Department of Buildings have approved demolition of JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Manhattan headquarters. Demo of the looming 700+ foot, 52-floor...