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It is an unfortunate reality of the world we live in that some people simply do not tell the truth. In cases of staged auto accidents where people fake a collision to receive money from their insurance company or by suing an innocent party, they end up making it more…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPAfter a 13 year struggle with a traumatic brain injury, 31-year-old Bryan Drumm passed away in his sleep. Bryan was a friendly, conscientiousness, hard-working and well-liked young man with many friends. He held down two jobs but always had time for friends, family, and school.On April…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPThree teenage girls walking to school, suffered devastating injuries when an SUV crashed into them. The driver, who was driving his own child to school hit the accelerator instead of the brakes and plowed into the three unsuspecting teens. The girls were rescued and rushed to…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPBack in the day, an exploding cigar in a comedian’s mouth would have the audience rolling in the aisles. However, when an electronic cigarette blew up in a Florida man’s face recently, it was no laughing matter. The e-cigarette explosion left the victim with severe burns,…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPNot long ago a Queens construction worker died when he fell through a floor and struck his head on a steel girder. The 42-year-old worker was rushed to the hospital but sadly died shortly afterward from his injuries.According to the American Public Health Association, almost all…

In a news conscious world, we read or hear about car accidents every day that cause serious injuries to the victims or even result in tragic deaths. Recently, a head-on collision took the life of a driver going the wrong way with his lights off on the Long Island Expressway…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPThe confusion in some car accidents can be overwhelming. Aside from the physical trauma involved with the collision, the underlying mystery of why an accident occurred can linger, perpetuating the accident trauma that everyone just wants to forget.In a recent accident, Kerry Kennedy, daughter of the…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. Teen drivers between ages 16 and 19 are more likely to crash than older drivers. Teenage drivers simply lack the driving experience and judgment…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPSome scientists and psychologists are calling texting an addiction, according to a CBS News article. Addiction to alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes is common. Eating food, playing video games, gambling, and pornography are also addictions for some people.Addiction becomes particularly harmful when it distracts people from daily…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPFor many Long Islanders, Hurricane Sandy created a standstill as people stayed in their homes trying to escape flooding and get warm. However, there have also been tragic car accidents. Numerous intersections are without lights and visibility at night is very difficult in areas with power…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPPeople looking for an energy boost traditionally drank coffee or tea. Today, we have many more options, including a variety of energy drinks. Recently, a popular drink called 5-Hour Energy has come under legal scrutiny. ABC News reports that the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPDuring any nationwide holiday, motorists should take extra driving precautions. Too much partying can lead to drunken driving accidents, something that no one wants to experience and especially when they are out having a good time.The National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHTSA) reports that 9,878 people…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPScaffold accidents are common at construction sites and the dangers of falling from a scaffold or having objects or debris fall on you while working on a scaffold are a common risk. In fact, the risk of scaffolding accidents is so prevalent that New York State…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPCar accidents are the leading cause of death for people under the age of 30. Car accidents also top the list as the leading cause of death for unborn babies, according to a New York Daily News article. It is a frightening to think that if…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPDrive Sober or Get Pulled OverA number of agencies such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and non-profits like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) work continuously through various means to reduce impaired driving.Efforts made in 2011 to reduce drunk driving showed improvements in 27…

Author:Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPWith the recent blizzard that hit New York, Long Island and surrounding areas, dangerous winter driving conditions are on many people’s minds. Some of people’s greatest concerns about ice and snow are driving in it. Their fears are not unwarranted either. Under treacherous winter conditions, many good…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPThe U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) launched a safety pilot test in November 2012 in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will last for one year. The pilot tests Wi-Fi devices that connect vehicles with each other, enabling them to “talk” so they can avoid crashes. Close to…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPDistraction can be a factor in many types of accidents. In New York, courts reduce your ability to recover compensation based on your fault or negligence in causing your own injury. Comparative negligence law is the basis for this ruling, but you still have the right…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPThe Rosenberg & Gluck founding partners, Ted Rosenberg and Michael Gluck have each practiced law for 30 years or more. During the course of our practice, we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. However, some of our most memorable moments consist of the gratitude…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPAccording to the New York State Department of Health, the top cause of unintentional teenage deaths and hospitalizations for those between the ages of 15 and 19 is motor vehicle accidents. When are teens most at risk for serious injury? They are most at risk when…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPWhenever an accident trend drops, we want to find out why and reinforce the successful measures that made a difference. Such is the case with teenage accident injuries and deaths, which are significantly less over the past three decades. By analyzing the causes of accidents, authorities…

Author: Rosenberg & Gluck, LLPWhen entering a work zone, drivers need to slow down and be alert to take precautions. Road crews post signs to warn about work zones well in advance. Yet, some drivers speed ahead to pass other drivers and merge into a single lane at the last…

A Neustar survey shows that 72% of U.S. cell-phone users paid for text messaging packages in 2011. In terms of the population, this is approximately 203 million people with texting capabilities. Prevalent use of texting has also led to studies evaluating factors involved with texting while driving.The Texas Transportation Institute…