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NYC Subway Accident Lawyer: Derailment Injures at Least 24 People 

On Thursday, January 4th, at least 24 people in New York were injured when a northbound no. 1 train carrying 300 people collided with an out-of-service train around 3 pm. The collision ultimately caused both trains to derail and resulted in the evacuation of hundreds from the subway station near West 96th Street. While none … Read more

Understanding the 7 Deaths Linked to Small Magnets Found in Toys With a Product Liability Lawyer in NYC

In early December 2023, The New York Times reported that the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) was aware of seven deaths, including two in the U.S., and close to 2,400 ER visits from 2017 to 2021 linked to ingesting small, high-powered magnets that are often included in children’s toys. Keep your family safe by … Read more

Protective Netting at Baseball Parks Was One of Bryant Gumbel’s Biggest Accomplishments – How Did Leav & Steinberg Play a Part in This Result? Sometimes, You Lose the Battle But Win the War. 

HBO just aired the last episode of its “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” — marking an end to the show’s 29 years of in-depth sports journalism. Bryant left a lasting impact on many of his fans, creating changes that permeated sports culture and allowed fans to better enjoy the games they loved.  A few days … Read more

Leav & Steinberg Secures $2.15M for Client Injured in Vehicle Collision

The day before Thanksgiving in 2021, a 61-year-old man was driving down a road near his home in Huntington, New York when the reckless behavior of another driver drastically altered his life.  This man, who retained the NY car accident attorneys at Leav & Steinberg shortly after this incident, was so severely injured that he … Read more

New York City Sidewalk Accident Lawyers

Pedestrian Guide: Sidewalk Accident Lawyers in New York City Most people are taught from a young age to walk on the sidewalk because it will keep them safe from accidents or injuries, but this isn’t always the case. There are serious sidewalk accidents that occur on the streets of New York City, some of which … Read more

How Cheap Channelizer Posts Turned NYC’s Bike and Pedestrian Lanes into Safety Hazards

New York City, like other cities, is increasingly pushing for traffic changes that accommodate for more pedestrians and cyclists. What most don’t realize is that these changes are being made so cheaply, that they leave the streets more of a hazard for pedestrians than before. We’ve all seen it, those yellow or white posts that … Read more

New York Police Sergeant Kills Motorcyclist: An Awfully Familiar Problem

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Some of the most disheartening news stories come when we see the reckless and negligent behavior of police officers cause serious injury or death to the people they’ve sworn to protect. The law affecting motorcyclists gets complicated when Police Officers exercise their right to use due force to stop a fleeing motorcycle. As you will … Read more

What Can I Do if a Large National Law Firm Rejects My Case? The Local Lawyer Dilemma

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Across the nation, hundreds of thousands of case files make their way into representation of the most highly advertised and highly funded injury law firms. These are law firms you’ve heard of; ones with catchy jingles, posters, and adverts that aim to meet as many eyes as possible. For this reason, when individuals sustain injury, … Read more

New York Ceiling Collapse Lawyers – Your Guide to Recovery

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New York is a city widely known for the beauty and grandeur of its skyline. However, behind the magnificent display lies a threat many New Yorkers are unaware of: ceiling collapses. When the ceiling collapses in an apartment, workspace, restaurant, or other indoor location, serious injury is an unfortunate common result. In our evaluation of … Read more

L&S Retained to Represent Victim of the NYC Garage Collapse on Ann Street

Manhattan Garage Collapse — What you Need to Know Manhattan was shaken this week by the collapse of a large parking garage — here’s what you need to know: The Ann Street Garage has been the subject of scrutiny from city inspectors for decades. Nearly two decades ago, city inspectors cited the property owner for … Read more