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[![New York Car Accident Statute of Limitations](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/new-york-car-accident-statute-of-limitations-768x512.jpg) Car Accidents October 28, 2026 ### New York Car Accident Statute of Limitations The statute of limitations for a car accident in New York is generally three years from the date of the crash, under CPLR §… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-car-accident-statute-of-limitations/)   [![New York Car Accident Laws](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/new-york-car-accident-laws-768x512.jpg) Car Accidents October 28, 2026 ### New York Car Accident Laws New York car accident laws can be confusing, but the basics come down to a few key rules: the state runs on a no-fault… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-car-accident-laws/)   [![Person in handcuffs with hands behind the back, seen from behind](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-768x483.png) Criminal Defense May 21, 2026 ### Signs You May Have Been Wrongfully Arrested in NYC Getting arrested in NYC is a traumatic experience that catches many people off guard. While you might think law enforcement was simply doing their… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/signs-you-may-have-been-wrongfully-arrested-in-nyc/)   [![Hands holding a pile of colorful pills and capsules](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EKJ-Side-Effects.jpg) Drug Injuries May 6, 2026 ### Serious Side Effects That Could Lead to a Dangerous Drug Claim When you take medicine, you expect it to relieve your symptoms without much incident. But that isn’t always the case. 1.5 million Americans visit… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/serious-side-effects-that-could-lead-to-a-dangerous-drug-claim/)   [![Woman in a slip and fall accident on ice.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EKjSlip.jpg) Personal Injury December 30, 2025 ### Avoid Slip and Fall Accident Injuries By Following These Simple Steps Slip and fall accidents are an inevitable part of life. Over 8 million people have a slip and fall injury each year, many of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/avoid-slip-and-fall-accident-injuries-by-following-these-simple-steps/)   [![Car flipped over pictured in side mirror of another car. Avoid these mistakes that could hurt your car accident settlement.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CarAccident-EKJPicture6.jpg) Car Accidents December 15, 2025 ### 5 Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Car Accident Settlement Insurance companies are always looking for easy ways to pay less than what you deserve. One small mistake could be enough to reduce the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-mistakes-that-could-hurt-your-car-accident-settlement/)   [![Construction worker sitting on floor. Fall injury hazards.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EKJ3-Fall-Inj.jpg) Work Injuries October 6, 2025 ### Fall Injury Hazards in the Workplace: Common Claims and Prevention Tips Out of any injury you might have at your workplace, falling is one of the common ones. In fact, there were over 450,000 nonfatal… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/fall-injury-hazards-in-the-workplace-common-claims-and-prevention-tips/)   [![Doctor and nurse pointing at a medical chart on a clipboard](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EKJ2-Malpractce.jpg) Medical Malpractice October 6, 2025 ### 5 Common Reasons Medical Malpractice Claims Get Denied Medical malpractice cases are notorious for being complex and hard to prove. 72% of claimants get their claims rejected on their first try, often… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-common-reasons-medical-malpractice-claims-get-denied/)   [![Man driving while on his phone. There are many signs indicating that the driver was distracted during an accident.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ekj-distracteddriver.jpg) Car Accidents April 24, 2025 ### 5 Obvious Signs the Other Driver Was Distracted During the Accident We’re always taught to keep our eyes on the road while driving. But sometimes, a few drivers ignore this rule and cause serious accidents.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-obvious-signs-the-other-driver-was-distracted-during-the-accident/)   [![Person at desk looking at document that says "personal injury law."](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ekj515.jpg) Personal Injury March 24, 2025 ### Most Common Cases That Fall Under Personal Injury Law If you were the victim of another party’s negligent actions, you have the legal right to file a personal injury claim. A wide range… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/most-common-cases-that-fall-under-personal-injury-law/)   [![Man in blue shirt in driver seat with hand on head looking concerned. Male police officer at the window talking to him. What are common traffic ticket myths misconceptions that drivers fall for?](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ekjPicture6.jpg) Car Accidents March 5, 2025 ### Common Traffic Ticket Myths And Misconceptions Many Drivers Fall For With so much misinformation on the web, it’s no surprise some individuals fall for myths about traffic tickets and other laws. These false beliefs… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/common-traffic-ticket-myths-and-misconceptions-many-drivers-fall-for/)   [![Man at desk with pen and paper and computer at desk. We explain 5 common mistakes to avoid during your personal injury case.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dreamstime_m_209646429-768x432.jpg) Personal Injury February 26, 2025 ### 5 Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs During Your Personal Injury Case Filing a personal injury lawsuit in New York overwhelms a lot of first-time claimants. You’re already going through a stressful situation dealing with your… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-mistakes-to-avoid-at-all-costs-during-your-personal-injury-case/)   [![Woman in driver seat taling with male police officer. 5 alternative sentencing options for first-time DWI offenders.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EKJ-DUI.jpg) Car Accidents November 7, 2024 ### 5 Alternative Sentencing Options for First-Time DWI Offenders in New York Driving under the influence in New York is a serious matter. The state’s notoriously strict with its DUI rules, and blowing a BAC even… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-alternative-sentencing-options-for-first-time-dwi-offenders-in-new-york/)   [![Person holding open handcuffs and a key](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/z7.jpg) Criminal Defense September 12, 2024 ### 5 Key Steps to Take if Someone Wrongly Accused You of a Crime No one expects to face charges for something they didn’t do. But when it happens, it can have far-reaching consequences that could damage your… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-key-steps-to-take-if-someone-wrongly-accused-you-of-a-crime/)   [![Therapist comforting a distressed woman on a couch](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-Challenges-Of-Proving-Psychological-Injuries-In-Court.jpg) Personal Injury July 23, 2024 ### The Challenges of Proving Psychological Injuries in Court It’s not uncommon for personal injury case victims to experience some form of psychological trauma. In fact, research shows that up to 33% of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-challenges-of-proving-psychological-injuries-in-court/)   [![Person in handcuffs with hands behind the back](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/z2.jpg) Criminal Defense July 12, 2024 ### A Simple Guide to Understanding Misdemeanor Offenses in New York Misdemeanor offenses in New York are a serious matter and shouldn’t be taken lightly. From minor infractions to felonies, getting one on your criminal… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/a-simple-guide-to-understanding-misdemeanor-offenses-in-new-york/)   [![woman on operating table](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Picture2.jpg) Medical Malpractice June 20, 2024 ### Navigating the Legal Landscape of Cosmetic Surgery Errors Cosmetic surgery has grown significantly in popularity in recent decades and offers practical solutions to change your appearance. But the rise in procedures also… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/navigating-the-legal-landscape-of-cosmetic-surgery-errors/)   [![Person holding a bandaged ankle and foot](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Picture2.jpg) Personal Injury May 1, 2024 ### Legal Strategies for Handling Soft Tissue Injury Claims While soft tissue injuries aren’t usually easy to see, they can still hinder your daily activities. From whiplash to strains, they can be extremely… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/legal-strategies-for-handling-soft-tissue-injury-claims/)   [![Police officer writing a traffic ticket for a driver](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/EKJ-Blog-TrafficTicket.jpg) Personal Injury April 17, 2024 ### Key Strategies to Fighting a Traffic Ticket in Court Did you recently receive a traffic ticket? We understand your frustration, stress, and financial strain getting one can bring you. However, there are plenty… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/key-strategies-to-fighting-a-traffic-ticket-in-court/)   [![Woman crouching beside two damaged cars while a person records the scene on a tablet](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/pitfallsEKJ.jpg) Car Accidents March 26, 2024 ### Avoiding Pitfalls: What Not to Say to Insurance Companies After a Car Crash If you recently filed an accident claim, you’ll need to negotiate with insurance companies about compensation. Even if the other person’s at fault, one… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/avoiding-pitfalls-what-not-to-say-to-insurance-companies-after-a-car-crash/)   [![Driver in a car at night on a city street with oncoming headlights](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Picture1.jpg) Car Accidents February 1, 2024 ### Stay Safe on the Road: 5 Essential Night Driving Strategies You’re probably aware of the challenges of being behind the wheel after dark. Less visibility, increased fatigue, and other risks can make a nightly… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/stay-safe-on-the-road-5-essential-night-driving-strategies/)   [![Judge holding a gavel above a sound block](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Picture2.jpg) Personal Injury January 25, 2024 ### Navigating Personal Injury Claims: To Settle or Not to Settle? If you’re in the process of dealing with a personal injury case, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is whether you should take… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/navigating-personal-injury-claims-to-settle-or-not-to-settle/)   [![Judge writing at the bench with a gavel in front](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EKJ1.jpg) Personal Injury January 2, 2024 ### 5 New Trends Impacting Personal Injury Cases In the fast-changing world of personal injury law, staying on top of the latest trends is crucial for clients filing their claims. There have… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-new-trends-impacting-personal-injury-cases/)   [![Cash being handed across a desk](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Loss-Of-Income-EKJ-1.jpg) Personal Injury December 7, 2023 ### Loss of Income vs. Loss of Potential Earnings: How Are They Different? In the complex world of personal injury law, understanding the differences between loss of income and loss of future earnings is crucial for anyone… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/loss-of-income-vs-loss-of-potential-earnings-how-are-they-different/)   [![people a desk with gavel and pad on the desk](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Picture2-1.jpg) Personal Injury November 30, 2023 ### Steps to Take When Preparing for Your Personal Injury Case Being the victim of an accident is life-altering, especially if you’re filing a personal injury claim. Navigating through the legal process can be complicated.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/steps-to-take-when-preparing-for-your-personal-injury-case/)   [![Construction crane next to a glass high-rise building](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Picture1.jpg) Construction Accidents August 3, 2023 ### Crane Collapse In NYC Injures 12 Civilians Last Wednesday, a crane in the heart of Midtown Manhattan partially collapsed, injuring 12 people. While there were no fatalities, this accident proves that… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/crane-collapse-in-nyc-injures-12-civilians/)   [![Lawyer and client reviewing a document at a desk with a gavel and scales of justice](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ekjpic.jpg) Personal Injury June 14, 2023 ### 5 Common Defense Strategies Used in Personal Injury Cases If you file a personal injury claim, you must understand that the defendant and their insurance company won’t accept your settlement demands without some… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-common-defense-strategies-used-in-personal-injury-cases/)   [![Gavel next to a sign reading Statute of Limitations](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ekj-statute-of-limitations.jpg) Personal Injury June 1, 2023 ### Personal Injury Claims in New York: Understanding the Statute of Limitations If you’re filing a personal injury claim, you must understand that this is a time-sensitive issue. Every state has a specific time limit to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/personal-injury-claims-in-new-york-understanding-the-statute-of-limitations/)   [![Elderly woman with hands together looking up at woman talking to her.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Picture2.jpg) Nursing Home Abuse May 15, 2023 ### Clear Signs of Nursing Home Abuse You Should Be Aware of When our loved ones need extra assistance, we trust nursing homes or assisted living facilities to keep them safe. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/clear-signs-of-nursing-home-abuse-you-should-be-aware-of/)   [![Black motorcycle first-person view driving down road.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/motorcycle.jpg) Motorcycle Accidents May 4, 2023 ### Safety Tips to Remember During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month While riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating, many risks come with this type of transportation. For this reason, prioritizing your safety on the road… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/safety-tips-to-remember-during-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/)   [![Large Yellow Crane](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Picture1-1.jpg) Construction Accidents April 18, 2023 ### Two Construction Workers Lose Their Lives in Trench Collapse Incident at JFK Airport Earlier this month, two construction workers tragically lost their lives at JFK Airport after a trench collapsed while they were working. Incidents like these… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/two-construction-workers-lose-their-lives-in-trench-collapse-incident-at-jfk-airport/)   [![Dog biting person's arm and hand.](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Picture1_1000x749-768x575.jpg) Personal Injury January 4, 2023 ### Your Legal Guide to Dog Bite Injuries in New York Most dogs are friendly pets and aren’t a cause for concern. But when a dog becomes territorial or feels threatened, it can become aggressive… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/your-legal-guide-to-dog-bite-injuries-in-new-york/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents December 19, 2022 ### The Risk of Construction Work Construction workers face many risks on the job. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were more than 2.8 million nonfatal workplace… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-rise-of-construction-work/)   [![Stylist straightening a woman's hair with a round brush](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Untitled-design-768x575.png) Defective Products December 15, 2022 ### Hair Straightener Chemical Mass Tort Causing Uterine Cancer On October 21, a woman from Missouri filed a mass tort lawsuit against beauty giant L’Oreal and other similar companies for allegedly selling hazardous… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/hair-straightener-chemical-mass-tort-causing-uterine-cancer/)   [![Distressed driver crouching beside a pedestrian lying on the road after a crash](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Picture2_1000x749-768x575.jpg) Pedestrian Accidents November 10, 2022 ### Five Leading Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in the US Did you know that there has been a 59% increase in pedestrian deaths due to car accidents since 2009? Even if there are safety… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/five-leading-causes-of-pedestrian-accidents-in-the-us/)   [![Yelllow hard hat on the ground](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Picture2_1000x749-768x575.jpg) Construction Accidents October 4, 2022 ### 5 Dangerous Construction Jobs With the Most Injuries According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, private construction made up over 20% of fatal workplace accidents in 2020. While the industry has become… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-dangerous-construction-jobs-with-the-most-injuries/)   [![Police officer talking to a young man beside a patrol car](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Picture1_1000x749-768x575.jpg) Car Accidents September 1, 2022 ### Legal Steps to Take After Getting a DUI in New York With over 10,000 fatalities caused by intoxicated drivers in the United States each year, Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges are heavily punished under… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/legal-steps-to-take-after-getting-a-dui-in-new-york/)   [![Young man holding his neck in pain after a car crash](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/dreamstime_m_54989073_1000x749-768x575.jpg) Personal Injury August 26, 2022 ### 5 Easy Ways to Maximize Your Personal Injury Compensation With over 1.5 million New Yorkers being released from the emergency room each year, some of these incidents may lead to lifelong harm for… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-easy-ways-to-maximize-your-personal-injury-compensation/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury August 16, 2022 ### Fallen Tree Incidents in NYC on the Rise Although large trees are a highly valued feature of the New York area when they are not properly maintained, a fallen tree can cause… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/fallen-tree-incidents-in-nyc-on-the-rise/)   [![Deadliest Bronx Fire in a Generation: Firefighters at a Building](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/bronxfire-firemen-768x575.png) Premises Liability January 19, 2022 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Files Suit in the Deadliest Bronx Fire in a Generation Edelman, Krasin & Jaye has been retained by numerous families in the wake of the recent fire that devastated a Bronx housing complex.  These… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-files-suit-in-the-deadliest-bronx-fire-in-a-generation/)   [![Why a Life Care Plan is an Invaluable Piece to Your Case: RSDA Kransin](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/in-rare-form3-768x575.png) Firm News December 16, 2021 ### Litigation Update: Why a Life Care Plan is an Invaluable Piece to Your Case By Lawrence Krasin, Esq. for In Rare Form, Issue 15 (December 2021) Through hard work and good fortune, I have helped build a large… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/litigation-update-why-a-life-care-plan-is-an-invaluable-piece-to-your-case/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye team members with a table of donated toys in the office](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SOCIAL-POST-768x768.png) Firm News December 2, 2021 ### Supporting the John Theissen Children’s Foundation This holiday season, Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is collecting gifts supporting The John Theissen Children’s Foundation. Since 1992, this foundation has helped sick and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/supporting-the-john-theissen-childrens-foundation/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye team members standing with boxes of donated food in the office](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/FoodDrive2-1-768x528.jpg) Firm News November 17, 2021 ### Thanksgiving Food Donation The staff at Edelman, Krasin & Jaye collected food to donate to Sacred Heart Church located in Glendale, Queens. During the season of giving,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/thanksgiving-food-donation/)   [![Breakfast sponsor sign for Edelman, Krasin & Jaye, PLLC at a charity golf outing](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/0C9FA5B1-59E5-4E6D-9105-6E7E05138650-scaled-e1638465707713-768x694.jpeg) Firm News October 28, 2021 ### Annual Charitable Golf Outing Edelman, Krasin & Jaye helped sponsor the General Building Laborer’s Local 66 Annual Charitable Golf Outing held at Colonial Springs Golf Club. We are… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/annual-charitable-golf-outing/)   [![Lawyers standing by The Sunrise Dream Courts Sign](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/1627594945503-768x767.jpg) Firm News August 3, 2021 ### Supporting Sunrise Day Camp Senior Partner Larry Krasin, his wife Jennifer, and Senior Partner Paul Edelman stand proudly in front of “The Sunrise Dream Courts” at Sunrise Day… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/supporting-sunrise-day-camp/)   [![Cracked Yellow Hard hat](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/drop-accident-768x575.jpg) Work Injuries May 4, 2021 ### Drop Object Work Accidents Are Preventable Dropping an object may not seem like a big deal for New York residents, but it can mean the difference between life and death… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drop-object-work-accidents-are-preventable/)   [![two vehicle car accident](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/car-accident-768x510.jpg) Car Accidents May 3, 2021 ### Steps to Take Following a Car Accident What a car accident victim does after a car accident can be important, especially if the victims decides at some point to bring a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/steps-to-take-following-a-car-accident/)   [![gun with bullets](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/gun-768x512.jpg) Criminal Defense April 19, 2021 ### Man Arrested and Charged After Stray Gunshot Hits Bystander Some of our readers in the New York City metro area may have heard about a recent incident that allegedly occurred in Times Square,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/man-arrested-and-charged-after-stray-gunshot-hits-bystander/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 13, 2021 ### Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Driving while intoxicated in the state of New York is a serious crime that carries grave consequences. Authorities have the right to suspend your… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/driving-while-intoxicated-dwi/)   [![workers comp form](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/workers-comp-form-768x513.jpg) Work Injuries April 1, 2021 ### Workers’ Compensation Is for Injuries During Scope of Employment In order for a New York employee’s workplace injury to be covered by workers’ compensation, it must be related to their employment or their… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/workers-compensation-is-for-injuries-during-scope-of-employment/)   [![man in crosswalk](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/dreamstime_m_138777738-768x577.jpg) Car Accidents March 17, 2021 ### New York Is a No-Fault State for Car Accidents Many New Yorker motorists have been involved in car accidents that have caused them serious injury. New York is a no-fault state, meaning that insurers… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-is-a-no-fault-state-for-car-accidents/)   [![Police sirens](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cop-dwi-768x576.jpg) Criminal Defense March 5, 2021 ### On-Duty New York City Police Officer Faces DWI Charges Being charged with driving while intoxicated in New York City can lead to severe penalties including jail time, fines and a loss of driving… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/on-duty-new-york-city-police-officer-faces-dwi-charges/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries January 6, 2021 ### The Do’s and Don’ts of Ladder Safety Ladders are an integral part of projects ranging from a home renovation to the erection of a skyscraper. These common tools, however, are not… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-ladder-safety/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries December 1, 2020 ### Meatpacker Worker Injuries Declined in 2019 Data published by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) late last month shows that the meatpacking industry recorded its lowest… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/meatpacker-worker-injuries-declined-in-2019/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents November 20, 2020 ### Beware the ‘Fatal 4’ When Working on a Construction Site Despite what you see in the movies, the biggest danger when constructing New York skyscrapers is not being trampled by King Kong or Godzilla.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/beware-the-fatal-4-when-working-on-a-construction-site/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 3, 2020 ### Signs of Whiplash After a Car Crash Some injuries that you could sustain in a car crash are evident straight away. If you break your foot on the pedal, you will… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/signs-of-whiplash-after-a-car-crash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 29, 2020 ### Making These Mistakes Might Impact Your Car Accident Settlement here isn’t only one way to recuperate after a car accident. But since it involves a little work and decision-making, there can naturally be… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/making-these-mistakes-might-impact-your-car-accident-settlement/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 16, 2020 ### Reduced Teen Auto Accident Deaths Credited to Distracted Driving Laws If you are wondering if anti-distracted driving laws in New York and across the country are having any effect, here is some good news.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/reduced-teen-auto-accident-deaths-credited-to-distracted-driving-laws/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury September 5, 2020 ### Personal Injury: To Settle or Not Settle There are many questions that arise after a person has suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence and in most scenarios, it is very… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/pi-to-settle-or-not-settle/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries September 4, 2020 ### New York Workers’ Compensation Can Help Workers Workers’ compensation benefits are important for New Yorkers injured on the job to be familiar with. Workers’ compensation benefits can help injured workers through a difficult… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-workers-compensation-can-help-workers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 25, 2020 ### SUV Collision on Long Island Injures Six Auto accidents have a way of suddenly substituting chaos for what was, seconds earlier, a very calm and non-threatening scene. The riders in an… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/suv-collision-on-long-island-injures-six/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 20, 2020 ### An Overview of DWI Laws in New York While most people do not intend to drive drunk, the fact of the matter is that many people in the New York Metro area… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/an-overview-of-dwi-laws-in-new-york/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries August 6, 2020 ### Workers’ compensation types of benefits available Workers’ compensation benefits can be critical for many injured workers and their families to help them through an injury suffered on the job. For… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/workers-compensation-types-of-benefits-available/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 23, 2020 ### Vehicle Stunts Kill Three, Injure Four at Floyd Bennett Field An abandoned airfield would seem to be a perfect spot for learning and practicing automobile maneuvers that would be forbidden on city streets. A… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/vehicle-stunts-kill-three-injure-four-at-floyd-bennett-field/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 17, 2020 ### The Three Steps to Take After a Motor Vehicle Accident There is no guarantee that a car accident victim will receive the compensation they need to recover. The actions they take following the accident… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-three-steps-to-take-after-a-motor-vehicle-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents July 8, 2020 ### New York Has Special Construction Accident Laws Construction is returning to New York, along with its risk of serious injury. Workers seeking compensation for construction injuries may use traditional and special laws to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-has-special-construction-accident-laws/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents June 23, 2020 ### Fordham Heights Accident Injures Several Many New York area residents spend time outside walking to their destinations. Walking to the store, church, office, among other destinations is a good… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/fordham-heights-accident-injures-several/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 9, 2020 ### 4 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Whiplash Whiplash is a well-known neck injury most commonly associated with auto accidents. Millions of Americans suffer from whiplash each year, but the damage is… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/4-surprising-facts-you-didnt-know-about-whiplash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 3, 2020 ### DUI Traffic Stops: Know Your Rights It can make you queasy if a police officer pulls you over. Naturally, you are worried that the officer is going to arrest you… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/dui-traffic-stops-know-your-rights/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 13, 2020 ### YouTube Star Corey La Barrie in Fatal Collision Traveling in New York carries inherent risk for injury. Whether a person is driving, walking or riding as a passenger in another person’s vehicle,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/youtube-star-corey-la-barrie-in-fatal-collision/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 7, 2020 ### Steps to Take Following a New York Car Accident Tourists and residents alike can agree that there is nothing like driving around New York. The City that Never Sleeps offers motorists access to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/steps-to-take-following-a-new-york-car-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents April 24, 2020 ### Maintaining a Safe Construction Site for Workers Every year, severe and fatal injuries occur on construction sites due to negligent workers, employers or property owners. Perhaps many of those at-fault for… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/maintaining-a-safe-construction-site-for-workers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries April 17, 2020 ### New York Warehouse and Retail Jobs Often Dangerous Even if many people think of dangerous jobs as belonging to police and fire first responders, as well as manufacturing and construction workers, the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-warehouse-and-retail-jobs-often-dangerous/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries April 11, 2020 ### Employee’s Family Sues After Worker Dies of Covid-19 The coronavirus pandemic has led many businesses to shut down and operate with their employees taking on roles from their homes instead of coming… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/employees-family-sues-after-worker-dies-of-covid-19/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 10, 2020 ### Rusty Drivers & Speeders Pose a Danger After New York’s Shelter-in-Place Order If you have been laid off from your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic and New York’s shelter-in-place order, or if you are lucky… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/rusty-drivers-speeders-due-to-new-yorks-shelter-in-place-order-pose-a-danger/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 16, 2020 ### Daylight Savings, Springtime and Increased Car Accidents You’re on your way back home from a long day at work. You got a little less sleep last night because you forgot about… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/daylight-savings-springtime-and-increased-car-accidents/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents March 6, 2020 ### Pedestrian Safety in New York City Walking to and from your destination in New York City is a regular way of life. Whether it’s to work, dinner, the theater or… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/pedestrian-safety-in-new-york-city/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents February 26, 2020 ### High Rates of Bicycle-Pedestrian Collisions Revealed in NYC A surprising statistic for pedestrian injuries in New York City has shown a high rate of bicycle-pedestrian collisions. Since 2014, Office of the Mayor… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/high-rates-of-bicycle-pedestrian-collisions-revealed-in-nyc/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 9, 2020 ### NYC to Slam The Brakes on Dangerous Drivers in 2020 New York City officials are doubling down on vehicle crashes in the new year. This move comes after a dismal number of 215 traffic… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nyc-to-slam-the-brakes-on-dangerous-drivers-in-2020/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents January 6, 2020 ### Inspectors Get Tough on New York City Construction Sites New York City officials are cracking down on construction sites, as construction-related injuries have seen a significant uptick in recent years. According to a recent… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/inspectors-get-tough-on-new-york-city-construction-sites/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse November 14, 2019 ### Polypharmacy and the Dangers Our Elderly Loved Ones Face Polypharmacy is commonly defined in one of two ways. Either it is the simultaneous use of multiple medications to treat a single condition or… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/polypharmacy-and-the-dangers-our-elderly-loved-ones-face/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Criminal Defense November 14, 2019 ### NYPD Finally Admits to Illegally Saving Kids’ Fingerprints Sometimes it is hard to know who to believe. For years, the New York City Police Department insisted that it was not illegally saving… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nypd-finally-admits-to-illegally-saving-kids-fingerprints/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents November 4, 2019 ### Nhtsa Confirms Walking and Cycling Deaths Increasing The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently released its 2018 data on traffic fatalities, and the news is not good for riders of bicycles,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nhtsa-confirms-walking-and-cycling-deaths-increasing/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Wrongful Death October 9, 2019 ### The Disturbingly High Number of Bicyclist Deaths in New York City New York City wants you to bike. Leaders have gone out of their way to promote the activity, adding bike lanes and welcoming bike… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-disturbingly-high-number-of-bicyclist-deaths-in-new-york-city/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 12, 2019 ### Bay Shore Crash Injures Officer, Kills Driver Police officers in New York face many risks while they are on duty, including the risk of death or serious injury in a motor vehicle… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bay-shore-crash-injures-officer-kills-driver/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice August 15, 2019 ### Jury Awards Nearly $60 million in Medical Malpractice Case In a stunning medical malpractice case, a jury recently awarded $55.9 million to a New York woman and her husband after she alleged a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/jury-awards-nearly-60-million-in-medical-malpractice-case/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents July 20, 2019 ### State Pedestrian Accident Rates Remain High Better urban planning, stronger enforcement and automobile safety features have helped reduce the numbers of deaths in car accidents over the decades, but New… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/state-pedestrian-accident-rates-remain-high/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury July 18, 2019 ### Time Limits on Personal Injury Actions On this blog, we often recommend that people who have been injured talk to a personal injury lawyer as soon as they can. This… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/time-limits-on-personal-injury-actions/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Criminal Defense June 6, 2019 ### Convictions On Drug Sale Charges Carry Heavy Penalties New York’s drug laws are some of the toughest and most complicated in the nation. The state has six degrees of felonies for drug… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/convictions-on-drug-sale-charges-carry-heavy-penalties/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Criminal Defense April 8, 2019 ### New York Lawmakers Pass Important Criminal Justice Reforms America’s criminal justice system operates on the principle that each defendant is innocent until proven guilty. From that perspective, prosecutors should not care about… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-lawmakers-pass-important-criminal-justice-reforms/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 27, 2018 ### New Year’s Eve Among the Worst Holidays for Drunk Driving With New Year’s Eve just days away, it’s the perfect time to brush up on precautions that are especially important around the holiday season.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-years-eve-among-the-worst-holidays-for-drunk-driving/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 18, 2018 ### 3 Tips for Staying Safe on the Roads During the Holidays During the holiday season, many people take to the road. Whether you’re literally going over the river and through the woods to grandma’s house,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-tips-for-staying-safe-on-the-roads-during-the-holidays/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries December 3, 2018 ### Concussions and Brain Injuries Raise Suicide Risk Over the past decade, awareness of the long-term risks of concussions and traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been growing among the U.S. public. (A… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/concussions-and-brain-injuries-raise-suicide-risk/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents November 26, 2018 ### 3 Motorcycle Riding Tips for Dangerous Winter Weather If the radio is playing “Baby, It’s Cold Outside,” then there are special precautions you need to take when riding your motorcycle. You always need precautions… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-motorcycle-riding-tips-for-dangerous-winter-weather/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 21, 2018 ### DWI Arrests Higher in Suffolk County Than Nassau County The latest statistics indicate that the number of driving while intoxicated (DWI) felonies in Long Island’s Suffolk County is double that of neighboring Nassau… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/dwi-arrests-higher-in-suffolk-county-than-nassau-county/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability November 19, 2018 ### Edelman, Krasin, & Jaye Wins Hard-Fought Battle to Prove Premises Liability After five years of denials and ongoing litigation, the Law Firm of Edelman, Krasin, & Jaye is pleased to announce a hard-fought victory in… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-wins-hard-fought-battle-to-prove-premises-liability/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Bus Accidents November 13, 2018 ### Recent School Bus Accident Tragedies: What We Can Do to Prevent Them Usually, children on a school bus are safer than children in cars. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that they are 70… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/recent-school-bus-accident-tragedies-what-we-can-do-to-prevent-them/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 5, 2018 ### Traffic Fatalities Increase with Ridesharing The increased presence of ridesharing apps such as Uber and Lyft are increasing traffic fatalities where the apps are used by as much as… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/traffic-fatalities-increase-with-ridesharing/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse November 1, 2018 ### Seniors Afraid of Reporting Nursing Home Abuse Although news media has done much in the past decade to reveal instances of shocking elder abuse in nursing homes, all too often, this… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/seniors-afraid-of-reporting-nursing-home-abuse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 23, 2018 ### Sleep Deprivation and Driving: A Fatal Combination Drivers who get on the road having had less than 4 hours of sleep in the past 24 hours raise the odds of being… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/sleep-deprivation-and-driving-a-fatal-combination/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents October 15, 2018 ### Trick or Treater Safety Tips for Halloween It’s nearly that time of year for haunted houses, costumes and trick or treating with the family. While Halloween promises tons of spooky fun,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/trick-or-treater-safety-tips-for-halloween/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 26, 2018 ### Not If but When: Self-driving Cars Are Coming, but Will They Be Safe? News reports frequently tell us about tests of automated cars. Some self-driving cars have been tested in California and Arizona. While they are not… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/not-if-but-when-self-driving-cars-are-coming-but-will-they-be-safe/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents September 21, 2018 ### 3 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Motorcycles If you’ve just started riding a motorcycle, you want to make sure you drive it safely. Motorcycles are not surrounded by the tons of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-rookie-mistakes-to-avoid-on-motorcycles/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News September 18, 2018 ### EKJ Sponsors 3rd Annual Long Island CRPS/RSD Awareness Walk This last weekend, EKJ was a proud Gold Sponsor of the 3rd Annual Long Island CRPS/RSD Awareness Walk. Held in Eisenhower Park in East… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ekj-sponsors-3rd-annual-long-island-crps-rsd-awareness-walk/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents September 12, 2018 ### Construction’s Fatal Four and How to Avoid Them Construction accidents are frequent enough that the industry — and the United States Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) — have a term for… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/constructions-fatal-four-and-how-to-avoid-them/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 31, 2018 ### Teens Behind the Wheel: How to Keep Them Safe For teenagers between the ages of 15 and 18, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/teens-behind-the-wheel-how-to-keep-them-safe/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury August 14, 2018 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye File Lawsuit Over West Side Terrorist Attack Last Halloween Lawrence Krasin of Edelman, Krasin & Jaye has taken on the case of the bus matron who was severely injured when the special-needs vehicle… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-file-lawsuit-over-west-side-terrorist-attack-last-halloween/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury August 7, 2018 ### 6 Tips for Summer Boating Safety Summer is a popular time for boating in New York. Whether you’re fishing in Montauk with your buddies, enjoying a lazy day at Cold… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/6-tips-for-summer-boating-safety/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 4, 2018 ### Red-Light-Running Accident Deaths on the Rise Intersections have long been one of the most dangerous zones for vehicle accidents because they are where vehicles — and bicyclists and pedestrians —… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/red-light-running-accident-deaths-on-the-rise/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury July 20, 2018 ### 3 Ways You Can Get Injured by Fireworks While the Fourth of July is usually a happy midsummer holiday, it — and the period surrounding it — can be dangerous. Why? Fireworks.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-ways-you-can-get-injured-by-fireworks/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries July 10, 2018 ### Recent E-Cigarette Explosions Illustrate Product Dangers According to the United States Fire Administration, e-cigarettes caused 195 fires and explosions across the country in the 2009-2016 period. Unfortunately, despite the popularity… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/recent-e-cigarette-explosions-illustrate-product-dangers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents July 6, 2018 ### Tips for Choosing Your First Motorcycle Motorcycles, unlike automobiles, offer a much more visceral experience – one that mandates a certain degree of risk but is rewarded with the ultimate… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/tips-for-choosing-your-first-motorcycle/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse June 28, 2018 ### Elderly Deaths by Falls Rises Dramatically Recent statistics indicate a dramatic rise in the number of deaths caused by falls in older adults. Between 2007 and 2016, deaths caused by… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/elderly-deaths-by-falls-rises-dramatically/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 13, 2018 ### 2,456 Deaths in 2016 Due to Not Buckling Up The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) once again collaborated with local law enforcement agencies nationwide to remind people to buckle up.  The agency… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/2456-deaths-in-2016-due-to-not-buckling-up/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability June 8, 2018 ### Parents Underestimate Drowning Risks for Children As temperatures warm up and beach season begins, children everywhere will be clamoring to splash and frolic in the water – but how many… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/parents-underestimate-drowning-risks-for-children/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Bus Accidents May 22, 2018 ### New Jersey School Bus Crash Kills Two The town of Mount Olive, New Jersey was the site of a deadly collision last Thursday. According to officials, a teacher and a student… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-jersey-school-bus-crash-kills-two/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 19, 2018 ### Number of Car Crashes Rising at Rate Not Seen in 50 Years The number of car crashes in the United States is rising at the fastest clip in 50 years, according to a spokesperson for the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/number-of-car-crashes-rising-at-rate-not-seen-in-50-years/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents May 7, 2018 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Wins $4 Million Settlement for Construction Fall Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is very pleased to announce a $4 million settlement for a client who received multiple injuries in a workplace accident.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-wins-4-million-settlement-for-construction-fall/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries April 30, 2018 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Wins $2 Million Settlement for Client with Workplace Injury Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is very pleased to announce a $2 million settlement for a client who seriously injured his left heel in a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-wins-2-million-settlement-for-client-with-workplace-injury/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries April 11, 2018 ### 3 Surprisingly Dangerous Jobs Does working on a commercial fishing vessel or learning to pilot one seem idyllic? It might, if you love the ocean and being outdoors.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-surprisingly-dangerous-jobs/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury April 5, 2018 ### 8 Ways You Can Get Seriously Injured on a Cruise Ship Most people associate cruise ships with fun and leisure. You can bask in the sun. Gaze out over the ocean. Enjoy wonderful meals. In… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/8-ways-you-can-get-seriously-injured-on-a-cruise-ship/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice March 26, 2018 ### Steps to Filing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Medical procedures can be minor or as major as brain or heart surgery. Thousands of these surgeries take place every day. Unfortunately, some of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/steps-to-filing-a-medical-malpractice-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents March 17, 2018 ### Top 5 Road Hazards for Motorcycles Apart from crashes with passenger vehicles, road hazards are among the leading causes of motorcycle injuries and deaths. Gravel, potholes, or uneven pavement may… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/top-5-road-hazards-for-motorcycles/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents March 7, 2018 ### 3 Highest Paying Jobs in Construction Wondering how much jobs in construction pay? The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) compiles statistics for all occupations every year. The BLS… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-highest-paying-jobs-in-construction/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries March 2, 2018 ### 3 Horrifying E-Cigarette Explosion Stories Although many people begin smoking e-cigarettes to eliminate the dangers of smoking tobacco, many are finding that vaping is not always safe. Recently, 10… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-horrifying-e-cigarette-explosion-stories/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents February 19, 2018 ### 4 Reasons to Love Driverless Cars Plenty of predictions made by science fiction writers have already come true. Like the iPad (predicted by Arthur C. Clarke), organ transplants (predicted by… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/4-reasons-to-love-driverless-cars/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries February 16, 2018 ### The Real Facts About Youth Football Concussions “My son deserves to be heard, if only from his grave.” With those words, Kimberly Archie affirmed her commitment to raise public awareness about… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-real-facts-about-youth-football-concussions/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries February 5, 2018 ### Best Apps to Help with Recovery from Brain Injury Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect patients in many different ways. It can impair cognitive function or inhibit the ability to speak or move,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/best-apps-to-help-with-recovery-from-brain-injury/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries January 29, 2018 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Wins Appeal for Client with Workplace Injury Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is very pleased to announce a recent victory in the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department by securing… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-wins-appeal-for-client-with-workplace-injury/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents January 11, 2018 ### Pedestrian Deaths Down in NYC There’s good news for bicyclists and pedestrians in New York City: the streets are slowly becoming safer when it comes to vehicular traffic. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/pedestrian-deaths-down-in-nyc/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries January 4, 2018 ### Two Miraculous Brain Injury Recovery Stories The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that close to 1.4 million people are brought to emergency rooms every year… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/two-miraculous-brain-injury-recovery-stories/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents December 15, 2017 ### 4 Best Motorcycle Routes in New York State New Yorkers like to brag about their roadways, some of which offer the most stunning views you’ll see anywhere in the northeast. It’s why… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/4-best-motorcycle-routes-in-new-york-state/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News December 14, 2017 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Supports Bellmore Lions Club Polar Express Holiday Party for Kids Every year, the Bellmore Lions Club spearheads a day of giving and celebration for hundreds of young children, who are treated to sweets, gifts… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-supports-bellmore-lions-club-polar-express-holiday-party-for-kids/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Truck Accidents December 11, 2017 ### More Truck Drivers Falling Asleep at the Wheel Drowsy driving is a leading cause of crashes across the country for all vehicles. But sleepiness and fatigue are believed to cause a disproportionate… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/more-truck-drivers-falling-asleep-at-the-wheel/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury December 1, 2017 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Reaches $3,875,000 Settlement for Client Hit by Tree Limb in NYC Park Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is proud to announce a $3,875,000 settlement on behalf of a client who suffered severe skull and brain injuries due to a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-reaches-3875000-settlement-for-client-hit-by-tree-limb-in-nyc-park/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury October 25, 2017 ### 3 Strategies for Winning a Personal Injury Case Personal injury cases are filed by people who have been injured due to another party’s negligent action or inaction. “Negligent” means that the person… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/3-strategies-for-winning-a-personal-injury-case/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents October 13, 2017 ### 5 Biggest Dangers on a Construction Site Construction sites can be dangerous places. In fact, construction deaths account for one in five out of all work-related deaths in the United States,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-biggest-dangers-on-a-construction-site/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Truck Accidents September 19, 2017 ### 4 Tips for Driving Safely Around Large Trucks Sharing the road with big rigs, tractor trailers and semis in New York is no easy task. Every year, hundreds of motorists are seriously… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/4-tips-for-driving-safely-around-large-trucks/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News September 15, 2017 ### Allen Rosner Selected as National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 Edelman, Krasin & Jaye PLLC is pleased to congratulate attorney Allen Rosner on being selected to join the elite group of National Trial Lawyers: Top… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/allen-rosner-selected-as-national-trial-lawyers-top-40-under-40/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 12, 2017 ### Top 5 Reasons You Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident Auto accidents – from head-on crashes to minor fender benders — are often frightening, stressful and confusing.  Even if the damages were minimal and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/top-5-reasons-you-need-a-lawyer-after-a-car-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 11, 2017 ### Study Shows Uptick in Fatal Car Accidents Related to Opioid Use Opioid addiction and misuse has been deemed a national crisis, with the economic burden on the U.S. estimated at more than 78 billion dollars.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/study-shows-uptick-in-fatal-car-accidents-related-to-opioid-use/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News September 1, 2017 ### EKJ Announces 2nd Annual Long Island CRPS/RSD Awareness Walk The Law Office of Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Second Annual Long Island CRPS/RSD Awareness Walk… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ekj-announces-2nd-annual-long-island-crps-rsd-awareness-walk/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News September 1, 2017 ### Team Up With EKJ to Help Hurricane Harvey Victims ”There are no greater treasures than the highest human qualities such as compassion, courage and hope. Not even tragic accident or disaster can destroy… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/team-up-with-ekj-to-help-hurricane-harvey-victims/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability August 15, 2017 ### Thousands Injured at Amusement Parks Across the Country It’s summer, a time when many people visit amusement parks, state fairs, and carnivals. The only problem is, amusement parks sometimes aren’t safe. In late… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/thousands-injured-at-amusement-parks-across-the-country/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 19, 2017 ### New York Considers ‘Textalyzer’ Bill to Cut Down on Distracted Driving The New York legislature is currently considering a bill that would allow police to scan motorists’ cell phones in the wake of an accident… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-considers-textalyzer-bill-to-cut-down-on-distracted-driving/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries July 14, 2017 ### E-Cigarette Liability Case Brought by Burn Victim in Late June An Illinois couple recently filed a claim against e-cigarette battery manufacturer LG and two vape stores in their state, alleging product liability. LG makes… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/e-cigarette-liability-case-brought-by-burn-victim-in-late-june/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury June 29, 2017 ### High Risks to Babies and Mothers from Forceps and Vacuum Delivery, Study Shows Babies delivered with forceps or vacuum extraction are 80% more likely to suffer injuries and death than those delivered via cesarean section, according to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/high-risks-to-babies-and-mothers-from-forceps-and-vacuum-delivery-study-shows/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury June 13, 2017 ### ER Doctors Are Treating Increasing Numbers of Cycling Injuries The number of emergency room visits due to bicycle-related injuries has risen sharply in recent years, according to researchers. American and Australian researchers collaborated… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/er-doctors-are-treating-increasing-numbers-of-cycling-injuries/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability June 5, 2017 ### Pool Safety Campaign Addresses Child Drownings More than 75 percent of the drownings and pool-related injuries from 2012-2016 involved children younger than 5 years of age, states a recent report… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/pool-safety-campaign-addresses-child-drownings/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 23, 2017 ### Drugged Driving a Threat on Nationʹs Roads While most people are aware of the effects of alcohol on driving and public safety, drugged driving attracts less attention. Drunk driving is increasingly… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drugged-driving-a-threat-on-nations-roads/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents May 9, 2017 ### May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month With summer just around the corner and temperatures heating up around the country, more bikers are sharing the roads with motorists. Accordingly, the month… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/may-is-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 1, 2017 ### Plea Deal for Impaired Driver Shocks Victims’ Families In July of 2015, eight women were departing from a tour of a North Fork vineyard. At about 5 p.m. in Cutchogue, the women’s… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/plea-deal-for-impaired-driver-shocks-victims-families/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries April 26, 2017 ### Lawsuits Filed in New York and Texas Claim Damages from Exploding E-Cigarettes Two lawsuits were recently filed charging that exploding e-cigarettes caused injury to men in New York and Texas. The separate claims showed similar patterns… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lawsuits-filed-in-new-york-and-texas-claim-damages-from-exploding-e-cigarettes/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury April 18, 2017 ### The Alarming Rise in Dog Bite Injuries As National Dog Bite Prevention Week wraps up this April, troubling statistics have been released regarding the recent uptick in dog bite injuries. A report… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/the-alarming-rise-in-dog-bite-injuries/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 12, 2017 ### April Is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month Distracted driving has become so widely recognized as a source of injuries and fatalities on the nation’s roadways that April has been named National… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/april-is-national-distracted-driving-awareness-month/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries April 6, 2017 ### Lawsuit Filed After E-Cigarette Explodes in New Jersey Man’s Pocket A lawsuit was recently filed alleging that an exploding e-cigarette in a New Jersey man’s pants pocket caused severe burns to his leg and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lawsuit-filed-after-e-cigarette-explodes-in-new-jersey-mans-pocket/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries March 28, 2017 ### Deaths from Traumatic Brain Injury Rise in Elderly More elderly people are dying from traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to a recent report from the United States Centers for Disease Control and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/deaths-from-traumatic-brain-injury-rise-in-elderly/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries March 21, 2017 ### Injured Man Receives $5.4 Million Award Due to Brain Damage A  jury recently determined that a 63-year-old man who fell off his bicycle as a result of a defect in a road under construction… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/injured-man-receives-5.4-million-award-due-to-brain-damage/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Criminal Defense March 14, 2017 ### Woman Charges Uber with Sexual Assault and False Imprisonment by Driver On February 23, a Minnesota woman brought a lawsuit against ride-share service Uber, charging that the company does not adequately screen its drivers and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/woman-charges-uber-with-sexual-assault-and-false-imprisonment-by-driver/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 9, 2017 ### Traffic Deaths Show Most Dramatic Rise in More than 50 Years According to data from the National Safety Council (NSC), traffic deaths likely rose 6% in 2016. Combined with the 14% climb in 2015, the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/traffic-deaths-show-most-dramatic-rise-in-more-than-50-years/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse February 27, 2017 ### Report Cites Multiple Cases of Rape, Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes A new investigation by news organization CNN reveals that U.S. nursing homes can all too easily be sites of rape and sexual abuse against… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/report-cites-multiple-cases-of-rape-sexual-abuse-in-nursing-homes/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents February 20, 2017 ### Drowsy Driving Needs More Study, Prevention A recent article published in the journal Sleep calls for more study and prevention of drowsy driving, noting that it is a significant hazard on the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drowsy-driving-needs-more-study-prevention/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents February 14, 2017 ### Campaign Targeted at Reducing Train Accidents In January, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) began a campaign called “Stop! Trains Can’t” focusing on younger male drivers. Its goal is to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/campaign-targeted-at-reducing-train-accidents/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse February 8, 2017 ### Bill Targets Nursing Home Abuse with In-Room Cameras A proposed bill would allow video cameras to be installed in assisted living facilities, in an attempt to deter elder abuse and neglect. Under… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bill-targets-nursing-home-abuse-with-in-room-cameras/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News January 31, 2017 ### Bill Jaye Discusses Alleged Tax Rebate Scam on CBS News The Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Law Firm has received a number of inquiries from people looking to recover their hard-earned money after news reports… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bill-jaye-discusses-alleged-tax-rebate-scam-on-cbs-news/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Wrongful Death January 30, 2017 ### Wrongful Death Suit Has Been Filed Against a New Hampshire Hospital A wrongful death suit has been filed against a New Hampshire hospital, claiming that a woman died after antibiotics were not prescribed for a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/wrongful-death-suit-has-been-filed-against-a-new-hampshire-hospital/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 23, 2017 ### Drunk Driving Is Down, Yet 27 Million Americans Still Drive Impaired While DUIs have been on a steady decline in the U.S. for more than a decade, the number of drivers operating motor vehicles under… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drunk-driving-is-down-yet-27-million-americans-still-drive-impaired/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 18, 2017 ### NHTSA Issues Call for Vehicle to Vehicle Communication to Increase Safety More than 35,000 people were killed in car accidents across the U.S. in 2015. The car crash–related figures are even more startling for serious… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nhtsa-issues-call-for-vehicle-to-vehicle-communication-to-increase-safety/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries January 12, 2017 ### FDA Holds Public Workshop to Address E Cig Battery Safety Concerns Third degree burns, vision loss, fractured teeth and broken bones are just some of the horrendous injuries caused by e-cigarette battery explosions. By all… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/fda-holds-public-workshop-to-address-e-cig-battery-safety-concerns/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 6, 2017 ### Sleep Deprivation Linked to Increased Crash Risk Reports AAA Chronic sleep loss is associated with numerous health complications, from an increased risk for diabetes to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and obesity. Recent… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/sleep-deprivation-linked-to-increased-crash-risk-reports-aaa/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents January 4, 2017 ### Over 100 Injured in Long Island Rail Road Crash At least 103 people suffered injuries this morning when a Long Island Rail Road train suddenly derailed at the busy Brooklyn Atlantic Terminal. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/over-100-injured-in-long-island-rail-road-crash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 27, 2016 ### Federal Government Boosts Spending for Technology to Stop Drunk Drinking Last year, 259 lives were lost to drunk driving accidents over the Christmas and New Years holidays. More than 10,000 preventable deaths are attributed… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/federal-government-boosts-spending-for-technology-to-stop-drunk-drinking/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products December 20, 2016 ### W.A.T.C.H. Lists 10 Worst Toys of 2016 The W.A.T.C.H. Organization (World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc.) regularly monitors toys and their potentially hazardous conditions. They educate consumers about inferior products they… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/watch-lists-10-worst-toys-of-2016/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries December 13, 2016 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Secures $1.5 M Workplace Injury Settlement Edelman, Krasin & Jaye, led by trial counsel Allen J. Rosner, recently secured a $1,500,500 settlement for a New York client who suffered severe workplace injuries… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-secures-1-5-m-workplace-injury-settlement/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 6, 2016 ### Spike in Traffic Deaths Caused by New Technologies, Distracted Driving Although U.S. deaths in traffic accidents had been dropping steadily for decades, they have recently jumped dramatically. In the first six months of this… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/spike-in-traffic-deaths-caused-by-new-technologies-distracted-driving/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse November 30, 2016 ### New York Nursing Home Cited for Multiple Counts of Neglect When family sends an elderly member to a nursing home for care, they expect their loved one to be treated with respect and the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-nursing-home-cited-for-multiple-counts-of-neglect/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice November 28, 2016 ### Long Island Neurosurgeon Sued for Malpractice A prominent Long Island neurosurgeon, Dr. Paolo Bolognese, is facing three separate medical malpractice lawsuits alleging botched spinal surgeries. According to a report in… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-neurosurgeon-sued-for-malpractice/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries November 17, 2016 ### Viral Video Shows E-Cig Battery Explosion Horrifying footage that has now gone viral shows a French nightclub owner being engulfed by flames after his electronic cigarette battery exploded in his… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/viral-video-shows-e-cig-battery-explosion/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 9, 2016 ### NHTSA: Traffic Fatalities Significantly Increased During 2016 There has been a sharp rise in the number of people dying from car crashes, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents during the first half… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nhtsa-traffic-fatalities-significantly-increased-during-2016/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries October 21, 2016 ### E-Cigarette Explosions & Burns an Increasing Concern, Reports Medical Journal Increasing numbers of Americans are giving up tobacco cigarettes in favor of vaporizers, e-cigarettes, e-pipes and other Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS). In 2015,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/e-cigarette-explosions-burns-an-increasing-concern-reports-medical-journal/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability September 21, 2016 ### Trampoline Park Accidents on the Rise As more trampoline parks continue to pop up across the country, reports of serious injuries at these facilities have also increased. A new study… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/trampoline-park-accidents-on-the-rise/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News September 15, 2016 ### 2016 Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Scholarship Award Winner Every year, the law firm of Edelman, Krasin & Jaye awards three scholarships to students who maintain good grades, in spite of being diagnosed… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/2016-edelman-krasin-jaye-scholarship-award-winner/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries September 14, 2016 ### Navy Considers E-Cigarette Ban Amid Safety Worries The U.S. Navy is considering a ban on electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, from all Navy property. The proposal comes as there is increasing… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/navy-considers-e-cigarette-ban-amid-safety-worries/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products June 29, 2016 ### To Enjoy July Fourth, Put Fireworks Safety First Summer is well underway as families around the country get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July in traditional explosive fashion. A fireworks injury is a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/to-enjoy-july-fourth-put-fireworks-safety-first/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries June 21, 2016 ### Head Trauma Patients Don’t Receive Adequate Treatment in Emergency Rooms A new study indicates that many patients who visit the emergency room with head trauma or a mild concussion are not receiving sufficient follow-up… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/head-trauma-patients-dont-receive-adequate-treatment-in-emergency-rooms/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Wrongful Death June 15, 2016 ### Edelman, Krasin & Jaye Secures $2.5 Million Verdict in NY Wrongful Death Case Edelman, Krasin & Jaye has procured a $2.5 million verdict in a wrongful death case tried in Kings County civil court. Jurors deliberated a mere three… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/edelman-krasin-jaye-secures-2-5-million-verdict-in-ny-wrongful-death-case/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability June 14, 2016 ### Amusement Parks: Safe Summer Fun or Hidden Danger? Summer brings amusement park season, a time many look forward to for the adrenaline rush of thrill rides. While the adrenaline may be a given,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/amusement-parks-safe-summer-fun-or-hidden-danger/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 7, 2016 ### Long Island Drivers Face Memorial Day Weekend DUI Charges Two men who fled the scene of car accidents over Memorial Day weekend were among a bevy of drivers arrested on DWI charges, reports… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-drivers-face-memorial-day-weekend-dui-charges/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents June 2, 2016 ### Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Good Reminder for Summer The month of May was designated Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a good reminder before the start of summer when motorcycles begin to inundate New York… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/motorcycle-safety-awareness-month-good-reminder-for-summer/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries May 24, 2016 ### E-Cigarette Ban in Checked Baggage Due to Fire Risk Airline passengers traveling in the U.S. will no longer be able to pack their e-cigarettes in checked baggage according to a rule now being finalized by… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/e-cigarette-ban-in-checked-baggage-due-to-fire-risk/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents May 17, 2016 ### This May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month The coming of warmer weather brings with it the roar of motorcycle engines on New York roadways, which is one reason why the National… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/this-may-is-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury May 12, 2016 ### Lowe’s Slip and Fall Case Results in $16.4M Jury Award Jurors in a Las Vegas courtroom recently handed down a multi-million dollar verdict in favor of the plaintiff in a slip and fall case. Lowe’s… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lowes-slip-and-fall-case-results-in-16.4m-jury-award/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries May 4, 2016 ### Recent List of E-Cig Explosions Suggestions More Injuries Writers at on-line resource E-Cig One have compiled a comprehensive list of recent e-cigarette-related explosions, finding changes in the nature and severity of injuries reported… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/recent-list-of-e-cig-explosions-suggestions-more-injuries/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 27, 2016 ### Distracted Driving Awareness Is a Year-Round Need April, the designated month for distracted driving awareness, may be nearly over but the need to educate drivers about the hazards of distracted driving continues… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/distracted-driving-awareness-is-a-year-round-need/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News April 19, 2016 ### Allen Rosner Selected as Rising Star by Super Lawyers Edelman, Krasin & Jaye is proud to announce that Allen Rosner has been selected as a 2015-2016 Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine. This industry rating process recognizes… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/allen-rosner-selected-as-rising-star-by-super-lawyers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products April 19, 2016 ### Vape Pen Explodes, Causing Third Degree Burns Recent reports show that carrying around an e-cig can be more dangerous than lighting a real cigarette. A Phoenix man suffered second and third degree burns… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/vape-pen-explodes-causing-third-degree-burns/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents April 13, 2016 ### Safety Rules Not Followed in Fatal Amtrak Crash in Chester An Amtrak crash that killed two and injured 30 appears to be the result of failure to follow basic safety rules. An investigation has… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/safety-rules-not-followed-in-fatal-amtrak-crash-in-chester/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries April 6, 2016 ### OSHA Evaluates Impact of New 2015 Injury Reporting Program The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released an evaluation of the impact that their 2015 severe injury reporting guideline has had on… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/osha-evaluates-impact-of-new-2015-injury-reporting-program/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products March 30, 2016 ### Childrens’ Safety: 8 Things ER Doctors Keep Out of Their Homes A home is supposed to be a safe haven, but far too many unintentional injuries occur under Americans’ own roofs each year — especially… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/childrens-safety-8-things-er-doctors-keep-out-of-their-homes/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents March 23, 2016 ### GHSA Releases 2015 Data on Pedestrian Fatalities The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has released its data on pedestrian traffic fatalities from 2015. The Association notes an overall increase in deaths, though… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ghsa-releases-2015-data-on-pedestrian-fatalities/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products March 16, 2016 ### Jury Awards $72 Million in Talcum Powder Lawsuit A jury has awarded the family of a woman $72 million after determining use of talcum powder products led to her diagnosis of ovarian cancer and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/jury-awards-72-million-in-talcum-powder-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) E-cigarette Injuries March 4, 2016 ### Exploding E-Cigarettes, Burns and Injuries Make Headlines Reports of electronic cigarettes spontaneously exploding, causing disfiguring injuries and third degree burns have prompted serious concerns about the safety of these tobacco alternatives.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/exploding-e-cigarettes-burns-and-injuries-make-headlines/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents February 23, 2016 ### Father Sues Illinois Restaurant for Drunk Driving Accident A lawsuit was filed in Cook County Circuit Court against the Ruth Chris Steakhouse of South Barrington, Illinois, placing blame on the restaurant/bar for a drunk… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/father-sues-illinois-restaurant-for-drunk-driving-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents February 17, 2016 ### Safety to Increase in Wake of Fatal NYC Crane Collapse Mayor Bill de Blasio recently announced increased safety measures to protect the public after a crane collapse killed a man earlier this month. On the morning… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/safety-to-increase-in-wake-of-fatal-nyc-crane-collapse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents February 10, 2016 ### 2016’s Most Wanted List of Traffic Safety Improvements The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) wants you to be better protected on the nation’s roadways. It has released its 2016 Most Wanted list of what the agency… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/2016s-most-wanted-list-of-traffic-safety-improvements/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents February 4, 2016 ### Defendant in Fatal Long Island DUI Crash Caught Trying to Flee the US Described by many as a “despicable millionaire,” the infamous New York developer Sean Ludwick has been finally ordered to stay put – and will remain in Suffolk… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/defendant-in-fatal-long-island-dui-crash-caught-trying-to-flee-the-us/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice January 30, 2016 ### Lawsuit: Long Island Hospitals Killed Baby, Accused Parents of Abuse A Long Island couple has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging that hospitals made a series of disastrous mistakes leading to the death of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lawsuit-long-island-hospitals-killed-baby-accused-parents-of-abuse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability January 21, 2016 ### Carbon Monoxide Leak at Hotel Injures New York Couple A Pennsylvania location of the Best Western hotel chain was unreasonably dangerous and unfit for habitation, according to a New York couple who recently… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/carbon-monoxide-leak-at-hotel-injures-new-york-couple/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse January 13, 2016 ### CT Woman: State Delayed Nursing Home Abuse Investigation An East Hartford woman is claiming that the Department of Public Health (DPH) in Connecticut dragged its feet when asked to investigate her claims… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ct-woman-state-delayed-nursing-home-abuse-investigation/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents January 6, 2016 ### Lax Safety Blamed for Surge in NYC Construction Deaths According to an exhaustive review by the New York Times, many recent construction site injuries and fatalities in Manhattan– mostly suffered by undocumented immigrants… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lax-safety-blamed-for-surge-in-nyc-construction-deaths/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 30, 2015 ### Holidays See Rise in Drunk Driving Accidents During the holidays an estimated one million Americans will be traveling our nation’s roads to visit family, friends and loved ones. Unfortunately, Christmas and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/holidays-see-rise-in-drunk-driving-accidents/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 24, 2015 ### Deer Park Man Arrested After Causing Accident While High, Fleeing A little after 10:30 p.m. on December 9, Duquan Falk, 21, of West Babylon, led Suffolk County police in a footrace after he fled… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/deer-park-man-arrested-after-causing-accident-while-high-fleeing/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products December 16, 2015 ### Consumer Safety Group Warns of Holiday Decoration Injuries Decking the halls is surprisingly dangerous. According to the Consumer Safety Products Commission (CPSC), there were over 14,000 injuries – including 12 deaths – caused by holiday… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/consumer-safety-group-warns-of-holiday-decoration-injuries/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products December 9, 2015 ### Legislation Introduced to Curb Laundry Detergent Pod Poisonings With concern over laundry detergent pod poisonings continuing to rise, New York lawmakers have introduced a bill to help curb the problem. The single-load pods have… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/legislation-introduced-to-curb-laundry-detergent-pod-poisonings/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products December 3, 2015 ### Holiday Shopping Alert: 10 Worst Toys That Pose Dangers to Children The Long Island dangerous toy lawyers at Edelman, Krasin & Jaye wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. In that spirit, the team would like… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/holiday-shopping-alert-10-worst-toys-that-pose-dangers-to-children/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries November 25, 2015 ### Long Island Day Care Workers Allegedly Force-feed Toddler; Lawsuit Filed A daycare center in Southampton, Long Island is closed and two of its employees have been charged with endangering the welfare of a child after parents reported… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-day-care-workers-allegedly-force-feed-toddler-lawsuit-filed/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 19, 2015 ### Long Island SUV Rollover Accident Leaves Driver Seriously Injured A single-vehicle rollover accident on the Long Island Expressway last week left a Patchogue man injured. On Wednesday evening at about 8 p.m., police… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-suv-rollover-accident-leaves-driver-seriously-injured/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents November 11, 2015 ### Massapequa Motorcycle Crash Causes Serious Injury A 69-year-old motorcyclist had to be airlifted to a nearby hospital after sustaining a serious injury in a crash in Massapequa. The motorcycle crash… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/massapequa-motorcycle-crash-causes-serious-injury/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 4, 2015 ### Wrong Way Collision in Sayville Claims One Life Police responded to the scene of a deadly car wreck in Sayville on October 28, 2015, where they found 23-year-old Christian Hernandez and another driver. Hernandez… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/wrong-way-collision-in-sayville-claims-one-life/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse October 28, 2015 ### Medford Nursing Home Operators Plead Guilty to Cover-Up of Patient Death The owners of a Medford nursing facility have pleaded guilty to attempting to conceal the facts surrounding the death of a 72-year-old patient in 2012. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/medford-nursing-home-operators-plead-guilty-to-cover-up-of-patient-death/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 21, 2015 ### Bay Shore Motorcyclist Charged in DUI Crash That Killed Wife According to Suffolk County police, a motorcyclist’s intoxication was likely to blame in a crash which resulted in the death of his wife who… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bay-shore-motorcyclist-charged-in-dui-crash-that-killed-wife/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 14, 2015 ### Long Island College Student Killed in Car Crash On Tuesday, Oct. 6, a 17-year-old Long Island college student was fatally struck by a car after he got out of his vehicle to check out… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-college-student-killed-in-car-crash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Bus Accidents October 7, 2015 ### Brooklyn Newlywed Killed in Accident with Suffolk County Bus Thirty-nine year old Keturah Grünblatt never imagined her honeymoon would end with such unspeakable tragedy. The newlywed Brooklyn bride was widowed last week, after… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/brooklyn-newlywed-killed-in-accident-with-suffolk-county-bus/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products September 30, 2015 ### Limo Modifications Under Scrutiny by NTSB After Deadly Long Island Crash Modifications to “stretch” limousines are under scrutiny by federal officials, after questions were raised regarding the safety of these vehicles. The National Transportation Safety Board… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/limo-modifications-under-scrutiny-by-ntsb-after-deadly-long-island-crash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Drug Injuries September 24, 2015 ### Study Refocuses Attention on Paxil Risks A recent study published in renowned medical journal BMJ has brought renewed attention to concerns surrounding the antidepressant drug Paxil (paroxetine), fourteen years after… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/study-refocuses-attention-on-paxil-risks/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 17, 2015 ### Drunk Driver Wreaks Chaos in Long Island In a scene straight out of a made for TV movie, a 26 year old man, Jonathan Moore, triggered a wild midnight chain of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drunk-driver-wreaks-chaos-in-long-island/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury September 15, 2015 ### Staten Island Residents Live in Fear of Falling Tree Limbs The neighborhood streets are straight out of the American Dream. Lushly landscaped front yards and shaded streets lined with soaring trees provide a protective… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/staten-island-residents-live-in-fear-of-falling-tree-limbs/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury September 9, 2015 ### 5 People Seriously Hurt When Tree Falls in NYC Last week in Bryant Park, a 25-foot tall London Plane tree suddenly snapped in half, narrowly missing a children’s play area as it crashed… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/5-people-seriously-hurt-when-tree-falls-in-nyc/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents September 2, 2015 ### Railroad Worker Files Suit Against Union Pacific for Alleged FELA Violations A resident of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana has recently filed suit against Union Pacific Railroad Co., alleging that he incurred serious injuries in a workplace… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/railroad-worker-files-suit-against-union-pacific-for-alleged-fela-violations/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents August 26, 2015 ### Spate of Long Island Train Accidents Recent train accidents may have some Long Island residents concerned about the safety of the tracks. The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is no… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/spate-of-long-island-train-accidents/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 19, 2015 ### Long Island Driver High During Fatal Car Crash An all too common occurrence – a fatal multi-vehicle crash – recently took an uncommon twist when the driver admitted to reporters that he… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-driver-high-during-fatal-car-crash/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Brain Injuries August 11, 2015 ### TBI Treatment Guidelines May Need Improvements It has been twenty years since an initial series of traumatic brain injury (TBI) treatment guidelines were released by the Brain Trauma Foundation, and a recently… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/tbi-treatment-guidelines-may-need-improvements/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability August 5, 2015 ### NY Amusement Park Accidents Pose Summer Risk Summer is the time for New Yorkers to enjoy the many amusement and water parks available in the Tri-State area, such as Adventureland and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ny-amusement-park-accidents-pose-summer-risk/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 29, 2015 ### Four Women Killed in Long Island DUI Accident Four women have been laid to rest after they were killed in a car crash that allegedly involved alcohol. The women were riding in… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/four-women-killed-in-long-island-dui-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 24, 2015 ### Recent LIRR Crashes Raise Issue of Accident Liability Public transit accidents are some of the most alarming cases Long Island injury attorneys pursue. For starters, these collisions are terrifying because the victims… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/recent-lirr-crashes-raise-issue-of-accident-liability/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Drug Injuries July 20, 2015 ### Number of Zofran Birth Defect Lawsuits Continues to Grow A small but growing number of plaintiffs have filed Zofran birth defect lawsuits over allegations that they were not fully apprised of the health risks connected… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/number-of-zofran-birth-defect-lawsuits-continues-to-grow/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Drug Injuries July 17, 2015 ### Medical Group Concerned by Ketoacidosis Risk in Diabetes Drug Users On June 29, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) announced that it would be arranging a clinical review of the potential link between diabetic… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/medical-group-concerned-by-ketoacidosis-risk-in-diabetes-drug-users/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse July 8, 2015 ### Medication Risk for Elderly in Nursing Homes A study of nursing homes in Ontario, Canada says that the homes regularly put their entire resident populations at risk by overprescribing antibiotics to patients whether… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/medication-risk-for-elderly-in-nursing-homes/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse July 1, 2015 ### Nursing Home Abuse Case that Shocked the Nation The team at Edelman, Krasin & Jaye are concerned about the treatment of some of our elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted care… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nursing-home-abuse-case-that-shocked-the-nation/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 29, 2015 ### Study Links Sleeping Pill Use to Higher Car Crash Risks It’s no secret that certain kinds of behaviors, like driving while distracted or while under the influence of substances like alcohol, can dramatically increase… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/study-links-sleeping-pill-use-to-higher-car-crash-risks/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents June 22, 2015 ### Safety Advisory to Avoid Pedal Error Accidents The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is taking active measures to help reduce the number of pedal error accidents across the nation, which occur with… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/safety-advisory-to-avoid-pedal-error-accidents/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability June 15, 2015 ### Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Sends 17 to Hospital in Long Island Employees have a reasonable expectation that the environment in which they work will not pose dangers related to toxic exposure and legal rights regarding… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-sends-17-to-hospital-in-long-island/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries June 10, 2015 ### Bystanders Escape with Their Lives After Manhattan Crane Accident On May 31, 2015, a crane accident in Midtown Manhattan inflicted injuries on 10 people. However, the accident could have been much worse had any pedestrians… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bystanders-escape-with-their-lives-after-manhattan-crane-accident/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents May 15, 2015 ### Video Shows Amtrak Train Speeding Before Derailment On the evening of Tuesday, May 13, an Amtrak train bound for New York City barreled into a curve at speeds topping 106 mph, before derailing… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/video-shows-amtrak-train-speeding-before-derailment/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Motorcycle Accidents May 13, 2015 ### Crashes Highlight Dangers Facing Long Island Motorcyclists There is no denying the fact that operating a motorcycle on the open road in New York carries a distinct set of enhanced risks.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/crashes-highlight-dangers-facing-long-island-motorcyclists/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents May 6, 2015 ### Efforts to Curb Distracted Teen Drivers on Long Island Distracted driving is a growing problem across the country, and Long Island is no exception. Distracted driving accidents involving teens are particularly prevalent. According to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/efforts-to-curb-distracted-teen-drivers-on-long-island/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 29, 2015 ### Legal Rights and Options for Car Accident Victims Even if you carefully follow traffic rules, your safety on the road is partly dependent upon the behavior of other drivers. A negligent or intoxicated… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/legal-rights-and-options-for-car-accident-victims/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 24, 2015 ### Distracted Driving Awareness Month Aims to Effect Change Considering the massive toll distracted driving takes in terms of injuries, deaths and financial devastation for victims, the distracted driving attorneys at Edelman, Krasin &… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/distracted-driving-awareness-month-aims-to-effect-change/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice April 10, 2015 ### NY Health Care Workers Who Sleep on the Job Face Prosecution Beginning in 2013, there have been more than 450 cases of health care workers routinely sleeping on the job in New York State. These employees, essentially… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ny-health-care-workers-who-sleep-on-the-job-face-prosecution/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Wrongful Death March 30, 2015 ### East Village Explosion Claims Two Lives, Injures 25 Hundreds of firefighters rushed to 121 Second Avenue in Lower Manhattan after an explosion rocked the East Village neighborhood. The explosion on Thursday, March 26, caused… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/east-village-explosion-claims-two-lives-injures-25/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents March 25, 2015 ### Another Train Accident Injures 55 in North Carolina On March 9, an oversized rig and an Amtrak train collided in North Carolina when the truck driver failed to get his vehicle through the railroad… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/another-train-accident-injures-55-in-north-carolina/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News March 16, 2015 ### Lawrence Krasin Honored as “Top 10 Legal Eagle” The law firm of Edelman, Krasin & Jaye has a long track record of impressive verdicts and settlements in the arena of medical malpractice… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lawrence-krasin-honored-as-top-10-legal-eagle/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 9, 2015 ### Two Long Island Children Abandoned by Daycare Worker Child neglect, abuse or abandonment by a daycare worker is every parent’s worst nightmare. After all, these are trained employees who are paid to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/two-long-island-children-abandoned-by-daycare-worker/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 2, 2015 ### Auto Repair Fraud a Discouraging Trend The Long Island car accident attorneys at Edelman, Krasin & Jaye are troubled to learn of a widespread and growing practice in which insurance… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/auto-repair-fraud-a-discouraging-trend/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents February 26, 2015 ### Danger Lurks on the Tracks at Long Island Railroad Crossings Ten of the most dangerous railroad crossings in America are right in our own backyard, according to a recent article in the New York… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/danger-lurks-on-the-tracks-at-long-island-railroad-crossings/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Drug Injuries February 20, 2015 ### New Report Highlights Alarming Flaws in FDA’s Drug Reporting System A new report from the Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) has noted some concerning gaps in the FDA’s current drug reporting system. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-report-highlights-alarming-flaws-in-fdas-drug-reporting-system/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products February 11, 2015 ### Major Retailers Accused of Selling Fake Herbal Supplements The New York State attorney general’s office recently leveled accusations against four of the largest retail chains in the U.S. – WalMart, Target, Walgreens, and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/major-retailers-accused-of-selling-fake-herbal-supplements/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Personal Injury February 6, 2015 ### Senator John McCain Proposes Repeal of the Historic Jones Act In what many see as a controversial move, Arizona Senator John McCain is proposing a legislative amendment designed to repeal the Jones Act, also known as… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/senator-john-mccain-proposes-repeal-of-the-historic-jones-act/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents February 4, 2015 ### Deadly Metro North Accident Claims Six Lives, Injures 15 Investigations are underway following a horrific train crash that claimed the lives of six and injured fifteen others at the Valhalla Commerce Street crossing… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/deadly-metro-north-accident-claims-six-lives-injures-15/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 28, 2015 ### Drive Cautiously in Long Island this Winter The blustery winter season has officially arrived. While many people enjoy watching the snow fall and bundling up in cozy sweaters, wintery conditions can also… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/drive-cautiously-in-long-island-this-winter/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents January 21, 2015 ### Long Island Teen Faces Charges in Crash that Killed Five Friends A Long Island teen is facing charges of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide after his involvement in a fatal crash that took the lives… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-teen-faces-charges-in-crash-that-killed-five-friends/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability January 16, 2015 ### NY Law Requires Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Restaurants and Commercial Buildings In February of last year, Steven Nelson, who managed a Long Island seafood restaurant, died from carbon monoxide poisoning. Nelson was one of dozens of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ny-law-requires-carbon-monoxide-detectors-in-restaurants-and-commercial-buildings/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products January 7, 2015 ### Head of Takata Steps Down Amid Airbag Recalls, Lawsuits In the heat of widespread vehicle recalls, criminal investigations, and lawsuits, Steffan Stocker, the president of the airbag manufacturer Takata Corporation, has stepped down… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/head-of-takata-steps-down-amid-airbag-recalls-lawsuits/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products December 31, 2014 ### Schneider Electric Circuit Breakers Recalled Circuit breakers produced by Schneider Electric have been recalled due to the risk of fire, burns, and electrical shock. The recall was announced on December… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/schneider-electric-circuit-breakers-recalled/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Bus Accidents December 24, 2014 ### Bus Accidents Continue to Cause Injury on Long Island Bus accidents and other motor vehicle accidents on Long Island continue to cause irreparable injury and harm as we near the close of 2014. On the morning… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bus-accidents-continue-to-cause-injury-on-long-island/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents December 17, 2014 ### Long Island Drivers: Stay Safe on the Roads This Holiday The Long Island car accident lawyers of Edelman, Krasin & Jaye of Long Island hope that each of our neighbors has a safe holiday season and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-drivers-stay-safe-on-the-roads-this-holiday/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents November 29, 2014 ### Long Island Construction Worker Crushed to Death A 47 year-old construction worker was crushed to death in the basement of a Long Island home by a retaining wall he had recently built. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-construction-worker-crushed-to-death/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 26, 2014 ### Experiment Highlights Drowsy Driving Dangers Drowsy driving accidents in Long Island and beyond have captured nationwide attention in recent years. Last June, the issue was abruptly thrust into the spotlight… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/experiment-highlights-drowsy-driving-dangers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents November 12, 2014 ### Recent Slew of Fatal Crashes Concerns Long Island Car Accident Lawyers Long Island is no stranger to car accidents, but a rash of fatal crashes in recent days may be keeping Long Island car accident lawyers even… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/recent-slew-of-fatal-crashes-concerns-long-island-car-accident-lawyers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice November 5, 2014 ### Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Settlement Values Questioned For those considering filing a New York medical malpractice lawsuit, a recent debate may touch on the possible value of the injury claim. The… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/medical-malpractice-lawsuit-settlement-values-questioned/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Firm News October 29, 2014 ### New Birthing Center Opens in NYC Bronx Hospital A new birthing center has opened at North Central Bronx Hospital in New York City. Hospital administrators are hoping the increased staff, training and updated equipment will increase… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-birthing-center-opens-in-nyc-bronx-hospital/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 22, 2014 ### CDC Reports Injuries from Car Crashes Frequent and Costly Injuries from car crashes occur frequently and tend to be very expensive, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/cdc-reports-injuries-from-car-crashes-frequent-and-costly/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Criminal Defense October 15, 2014 ### Global Commission Urges Decriminalization of Drug Use & Possession As drug violence continues to rock countries around the world, a global commission – including former Latin American and European presidents, aims to decriminalize drug… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/global-commission-urges-decriminalization-of-drug-use-possession/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents October 13, 2014 ### New York Texting & Driving Accident Victims Have Legal Recourse Although the majority of Americans know that they should not text and drive, many do so anyway. Despite a number of measures, including those related… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-texting-driving-accident-victims-have-legal-recourse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Construction Accidents October 9, 2014 ### New York Construction Accident Kills 27-Year-Old Worker Ask any New York construction accident attorney and you will hear that construction sites are rife with dangers. On September 23, a construction worker… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-construction-accident-kills-27-year-old-worker/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents October 1, 2014 ### Bicyclist-Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise in NY It’s no secret that traffic accidents in NYC claim far too many lives – both pedestrians and motorists. Unfortunately, New York pedestrian accident lawyers have noted… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/bicyclist-pedestrian-accidents-on-the-rise-in-ny/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents September 24, 2014 ### New York Car Accident Lawyers Note Latest Crashes in the City Recent traffic accidents in the NYC area highlight the need for competent legal counsel, especially for those injured by negligent or drunk driving. With the aid… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-car-accident-attorneys-note-latest-crashes-in-the-city/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse September 17, 2014 ### NY Times Investigates Medicare’s Flawed Nursing Home Ratings System According to an investigative report by the New York Times, the current Medicare Star Ratings allows nursing homes to “game the system,” potentially misleading consumers and… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ny-times-investigates-medicares-flawed-nursing-home-ratings-system/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse September 11, 2014 ### Video Captures Shocking Elder Abuse in Queens Home After viewing disturbing footage of a home health aide abusing their loved one, a Queens family has filed suit against Personal-Touch Home Care agency… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/video-captures-shocking-elder-abuse-in-queens-home/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability September 2, 2014 ### Lackawanna County Hotel Evacuated Due to Carbon Monoxide Leak On August 24, hundreds of staff members and guests were evacuated from a Best Western Plus in Lackawanna County, due to a carbon monoxide leak. A total… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/lackawanna-county-hotel-evacuated-due-to-carbon-monoxide-leak/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability August 27, 2014 ### New York Swimming Pool Accidents & Legal Recourse As the summer winds down, reports of swimming pool accidents continue to trickle in throughout the greater New York City area. In the traumatic wake of… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-swimming-pool-accidents-legal-recourse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 21, 2014 ### CDC Study Shows Drowsy Driving a National Problem The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to battle motor vehicle injuries in the United States, suggesting effective interventions to reduce rates… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/cdc-study-shows-drowsy-driving-a-national-problem/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents August 6, 2014 ### Auto Defect Lawyers Help Those Injured by Toyota Camry Hybrids Some owners of Toyota Camry hybrids manufactured between 2007 and 2011 have suffered serious injuries as a result of brake defects in these vehicles. If you… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/auto-defect-lawyers-help-those-injured-by-toyota-camry-hybrids/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice August 1, 2014 ### Johns Hopkins Pays $190M Settlement Arising from Secretly Recorded Pelvic Exams The New York Times recently reported on a landmark $190 million medical malpractice settlement reached between Johns Hopkins Hospital and more than 8,000 women whose pelvic… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/johns-hopkins-pays-190m-settlement-arising-from-secretly-recorded-pelvic-exams/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice July 24, 2014 ### $16.7 Million Awarded in Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit A jury in Massachusetts recently awarded a $16.7 million verdict in a medical malpractice wrongful death action filed by the sole surviving child of a woman… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/16-7-million-awarded-in-cancer-misdiagnosis-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products July 16, 2014 ### Ford Safety Defect Recall Lawyers Defend Victims’ Rights Automakers have recalled more vehicles in the US in 2014 than any year on record, and there are still six months left to add… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ford-safety-defect-recall-lawyers-defend-victims-rights/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents July 9, 2014 ### Victims of New York Drunk Driver Accidents Have Legal Recourse What do Sally Struthers, Justin Beiber, country singer Randy Travis, and most recently, Disney star Billy Unger have in common? They have all been… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/victims-of-new-york-drunk-driver-accidents-have-legal-recourse/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice July 2, 2014 ### Congressional Report: VA Misconduct Contributed to Veteran Deaths A recently released congressional report highlights the alleged deadly consequences of bureaucratic red tape at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Possible VA misconduct has… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/congressional-report-va-misconduct-contributed-to-veteran-deaths/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Work Injuries June 28, 2014 ### Judge Declares Mistrial in NY Crane Accident Lawsuit Six long years after a crane collapse claimed the lives of construction workers Donald Leo and Ramadan Kurtaj, the victims’ families have yet to see… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/judge-declares-mistrial-in-ny-crane-accident-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice June 18, 2014 ### Brooklyn Woman Files Suit Over Forced C-Section A Brooklyn woman has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit over a C-section that she says was performed against her will. Rinat Dray had previously… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/brooklyn-woman-files-suit-over-forced-c-section/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Defective Products June 12, 2014 ### Nap Nanny Lawyers offer Free Consultations for Parents of Injured Children The Nap Nanny infant recliner has been recalled due to a series of injuries linked to design defects associated with the device. Parents of children injured by the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/nap-nanny-lawyers-offer-free-consultations-for-parents-of-injured-children/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse June 3, 2014 ### $13.2 Million Awarded in Nursing Home Negligence Lawsuit The family of a Jersey City woman who died from complications following her stay at Harborview Health Care Center was recently awarded $13.2 million in damages from a… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/13-2-million-awarded-in-nursing-home-negligence-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Nursing Home Abuse May 29, 2014 ### New York Elder Abuse Law Proposed by State Lawmakers New York elder abuse lawyers and others committed to protecting seniors around the state, including criminal prosecutors, may soon have a powerful tool to… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-elder-abuse-law-proposed-by-state-lawmakers/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Pedestrian Accidents May 22, 2014 ### Rash of Pedestrian Car Accidents Hits New York City A rash of car accidents resulting in the serious injuries or deaths of pedestrians has hit New York City, leaving New Yorkers seeking answers for the… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/rash-of-pedestrian-car-accidents-hits-new-york-city/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents April 30, 2014 ### DOT Debuts National Advertising Campaign to Stop Distracted Driving April is National Distracted Driving Awareness month. To promote the cause, the Department of Transportation debuted its first-ever national advertising campaign and law enforcement crackdown, in… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/dot-debuts-national-advertising-campaign-to-stop-distracted-driving/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Train Accidents April 23, 2014 ### Metro-North Train Crash Victim Files $100 Million Lawsuit The December 1, 2013 Metro-North train derailment is still fresh in the minds of many New Yorkers. Traveling some 82 mph on a 30 mph section,… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/metro-north-train-crash-victim-files-100-million-lawsuit/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Drug Injuries April 9, 2014 ### Popular Weight-Loss Drug Alli Recalled Due to Package Tampering GlaxoSmithKline (GLAXF), the maker of the popular over the counter weight loss drug, Alli (pronounced AL-eye), is voluntarily recalling the diet pills from retailers’ shelves in the US… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/popular-weight-loss-drug-alli-recalled-due-to-package-tampering/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Truck Accidents April 4, 2014 ### Brooklyn Woman Hit by Duane Reade Truck Secures Record $22 Million Settlement The lawyer representing 37-year-old Shirley Miller agreed to a deal with Duane Reade resulting in a $22 million pedestrian accident settlement. In 2008, Miller was… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/brooklyn-woman-hit-by-duane-reade-truck-secures-record-22-million-settlement/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice March 31, 2014 ### NY Hospital Malpractice Lawyers Help Victims of Hospital Food Contamination A high risk of E. coli recently found by Swiss researchers in raw chicken emphasizes the need for proper procedures to prevent potential hospital contamination of food served… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/ny-hospital-malpractice-lawyers-help-victims-of-hospital-food-contamination/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 28, 2014 ### GM Recall Lawyers Help Victims of Defective Vehicles GM’s recall woes are increasing, as the auto giant recently expanded their recalled list to include 1.5 million more vehicles. Some of the defects… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/gm-recall-lawyers-help-victims-of-defective-vehicles/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Mass Torts March 25, 2014 ### $7.25 Million Mesothelioma Lawsuit Verdict New York mesothelioma lawyers are encouraged by the latest jury award of $7.25 million to the family of a man who died from asbestos exposure.… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/7-25-million-mesothelioma-lawsuit-verdict/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Medical Malpractice March 20, 2014 ### Long Island Hospital Contamination Puts Thousands at Risk of HIV, Hepatitis More than 4,000 residents of Long Island, New York are receiving notices about the potential for serious infection by a hospital that treated them. Patients treated… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/long-island-hospital-contamination-puts-thousands-at-risk-of-hiv-hepatitis/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Car Accidents March 20, 2014 ### New York Car Accident Lawyers Battle for Rightful Client Compensation A young couple is killed in an early morning  car accident on the Long Island Expressway. According to police investigators, the driver, a nineteen year… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/new-york-car-accident-lawyers-battle-for-rightful-client-compensation/)   [![Edelman, Krasin & Jaye logo](https://ekjlaw.com/wp-content/themes/edelman-child/assets/app/img/default-image.webp) Premises Liability March 18, 2014 ### Carbon Monoxide Leak in Long Island Mall Kills One, Injures Dozens On February 23, a Long Island mall was the site of a deadly carbon monoxide leak, sending 27 people to the hospital and killing one… Read Article→](https://ekjlaw.com/blog/carbon-monoxide-leak-in-long-island-mall-kills-one-injures-dozens/)

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