Author Archives: JM Lawyer
Toy Safety in New York City: What Parents and Caregivers Should Know
As guardians, we want the best for our children, especially when it comes to playtime. [...]
Dec
Cruise Ship Safety & Your Rights at Sea: What NYC Travelers Should Know After the Recent Royal Caribbean Tragedy
As temperatures rise and New Yorkers flock to the city’s pools, beaches, and waterfronts to [...]
Dec
NYSTLA’s annual Fall Judicial Gala, honoring Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas and celebrating the newly elected judiciary.
NYSTLA President Andrew Finkelstein, Past President Victoria Wickman, Hon. Suzanne Adams, and AAJ Secretary Christopher [...]
Dec
New York’s Top Court Upholds Limits on Emotional Distress Claims in Prenatal Injury Cases
With colder months approaching, families in diverse NYC communities face an annual challenge: the cold [...]
Nov
Tragedy on the Worksite: Why Safety Must Come First in New York’s Big Infrastructure Projects
In late October 2025, a worker at the massive Gateway Tunnel project on Manhattan’s West [...]
Oct
Ensuring Child Passenger Safety in New York City: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers & Guardians
When families travel through New York City, during school drop-offs, daycare pickups, or weekend outings, [...]
Oct
New Dog Bite Law in New York: What NYC Residents Need to Know
Whether you’re walking through Central Park, visiting a friend in Brooklyn, or heading home on [...]
Sep
Rising Cannabis Poisonings in New York: What Every New Yorker Should Know
As cannabis consumption becomes more mainstream, marijuana edibles have gained popularity for their convenience and [...]
Sep
NYC Summer Safety for Pets
As guardians, we want the best for our children, especially when it comes to playtime. [...]
Aug
Learning Starts at Home: Back To School Safety
Back-to-school season is officially here in the city that never sleeps—and while you’re grabbing notebooks, [...]
May
Protecting Your Family from Lithium Battery Dangers
Every May, Electrical Safety Month serves as a timely reminder to stay vigilant about the [...]
May
Bicycle-Pedestrian Collisions in NYC: Legal Insights and Safety Measures
New York City is a bustling metropolis where pedestrians and cyclists share the streets daily. [...]
May
Ladder Safety in NYC: Preventing Falls and Protecting Workers
Ladders are a common sight in New York City, whether on bustling construction sites, in [...]
Feb
The Importance of Knowing Your Rights After a NYC Subway Incident
Winter in the Hudson Valley brings picturesque landscapes but also creates hazardous conditions for pedestrians [...]
Jan
A Safer Start to the New Year: Essential Tips for 2025
As the calendar turns to a fresh year, many of us make resolutions to improve [...]
Jan
Protect Yourself from Online Shopping Scams
Online shopping is a staple in New York City, where convenience and speed are key. [...]
Nov
Food Allergies, Allergic Reactions and the Vital Role of the EpiPen
As New York City anticipates the arrival of spring, many look forward to outdoor activities [...]
Apr
Parents Beware: Your Kids Are Vaping. What to Look for and How to Help.
Is your teen showing signs of excessive thirst, experiencing frequent nosebleeds, or suddenly becoming sensitive [...]
Feb
Cold and Icy Weather Safety Tips
As winter blasts New York City, residents prepare to face colder temperatures and icy conditions. [...]
Feb