
Eight Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Riding a bike is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors in Syracuse. However, sharing the road with cars and trucks can lead to dangerous situations, accidents, and severe injuries. At CDH Law, our Syracuse bicycle accident lawyers have seen many cyclists come through our doors after an...
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Black Friday Injuries—Can a Retailer be Responsible?
Black Friday, known for its amazing deals, can also bring unexpected dangers in crowded retail environments. This article explores the potential liabilities of retailers in the event of injuries sustained on their premises. From inadequate security measures to poor crowd management, retailers might be held accountable if they neglect their duty...
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Criminal Case and Personal Injury Case: What to Consider
Sometimes, if there is a drinking and driving accident or a hit and run, there will be a criminal case coinciding with a personal injury case. For instance, if a drunk driver gets into an accident that injures someone else, the intoxicated driver will likely go on to face criminal charges as...
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An Intro to Air Bag Injuries
There has been a recent recall over potentially explosive airbag parts. Over 33 million people in the U.S. could be driving vehicles with airbag inflators that, in rare cases, explode in a collision and send dangerous shrapnel flying. As such, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has demanded that the manufacturers of...
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Long-Term Impacts of Severe Burn Injuries
Severe burns can play a big role in a number of different types of personal injury claims. For starters, those involved in vehicle accidents, whether it be a car, truck, or something else, can sustain severe burns for a number of reasons. Others may sustain a severe burn due to...
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Does Summertime Increase the Risk of Personal Injury?
New Yorkers wait through a seemingly endless amount of snow days, cold days, and overcast days until we get to summer. It really is a magical time for the state and you will see people out in droves to enjoy the season. While you are out enjoying the fine weather and the...
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The Dangers of Tired Drivers
In a society that never seems to stop, it is no wonder that tired drivers plague our roads every day. We seem to be busier than ever and encouraged to push ourselves beyond our limits. The result? People seem to be more fatigued than ever. Fatigue can have devastating impacts on our...
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The Most Common Construction Accident Injuries
Last Updated: August 26, 2024
Construction sites in the Central New York area are inherently dangerous. From falls and being struck by equipment to electrocutions and trench collapses, workers injured in construction site accidents face mounting medical expenses, lost wages, and a lengthy recovery.
Fortunately,...
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New York Insurance Requirements for Motorcycles
New York, the time has finally arrived when we get nice weather. The winter winds are on their way out and it is time to get out and enjoy all that this great state has to offer. For many, this will mean switching their preferred mode of transportation to motorcycling. Before you...
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Are You Considering a Structured Settlement? Here’s What to Know
When you reach the settlement phase of your personal injury case, you will be faced with a choice. Do you want to take your settlement as a lump sum, which would be a check for the full settlement amount? Or, do you want to invest all or part of your settlement...
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New York Winter Driving Hazards
Well New Yorkers, winter is upon us. Whether you love the chilly days or plan to hibernate for as much of the season as possible, the ice and snow is here for the foreseeable future. As such it is important to brush up on your winter driving safety practices. After all, even...
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Keeping Pedestrians Safe
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that, in 2020 alone, 6,516 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes. Clearly, pedestrians are at risk on U.S. roads. As such, we should all make a concerted effort to do what we can to keep pedestrians safe. Motorists and pedestrians alike can make adjustments in...
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