Toxic Waste from Grumman-Navy Site Found Under Bethpage Park
This past April, 55-gallon drums filled with toxic chemicals were found buried under a park in Bethpage in Long Island, prompting outrage and increased cleanup
This past April, 55-gallon drums filled with toxic chemicals were found buried under a park in Bethpage in Long Island, prompting outrage and increased cleanup
Over the years, Long Island has seen more than its fair share of snowstorms–from blizzards to nor’easters. Often, these storms result in serious damage to
We all know that it’s dangerous to drive in New York, but in disconcerting recent news, Long Island has been named the top location for
New York and New Jersey’s subway systems are irreplaceable to New York and New Jersey commuters. But over the last decade, we have seen a
New York and New Jersey are home to many railway train lines: from passenger to freight trains, the Metro-North to the Long Island Railroad to
Traveling to Lower or Midtown Manhattan from New Jersey often requires drivers to take the Lincoln Tunnel, as it is one of just a few
The narrow lanes, sharp turns, and poor lighting of the Southern State Parkway all make it incredibly dangerous for drivers. In particular, the 10 miles
In the early hours of May 2, 2013, a Mercedes vehicle driven by 26-year-old Donta L. Riddick of Bay Shore, New York crashed into a
While we don’t often discuss intellectual property on the Buttafuoco & Associates blog, it’s an important aspect of the U.S. legal system. Intellectual property and
Crashes involving trucks are among the most dangerous types of accidents occurring on New York roadways. Their size, weight, and speed all contribute to the
Slip and fall accidents remain one of the most common causes of workplace injury in New York, and the Port of Albany is taking a
Many if not most construction jobs involve multiple contractors. From general contractors who oversee the site to those who are charged with steel work, electric,
In New York, warm weather means road construction; each summer, drivers must navigate orange barrels, adjusted speed limits, and potentially unsafe conditions. In this article,
In serious crashes, bad weather is often seen as the culprit–turning what might have been a minor fender-bender on a clear day into a multi-car
A negligent landlord can cause big problems for tenants and their guests, especially when it comes to unsafe premises. Poorly lit hallways or staircases, faulty
Whether you are a construction worker, an everyday pedestrian, or a cyclist, being struck by falling debris in New York City is not uncommon and
Some of the clearest-cut cases in personal injury law are those where a single party is 100% at fault for an accident. In our decades
According to the Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research, between 2020 and 2024, New York State saw over 1000 accident fatalities annually, and around
Tight corners, poor visibility, hazardous conditions, and driver error often collide in catastrophic ways in parking lots and garages, resulting in serious injuries to drivers
New York City’s streets are jammed with drivers who are on the clock, whether that means a delivery driver or a company’s employee that has