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Bicycle accidents are a common occurrence in New York City, and they can have devastating consequences. When a bicyclist is involved in an accident with a motor vehicle, the results can be catastrophic. The bicyclist is often left with serious injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, and spinal cord injuries, and may face a long road to recovery. Caballero v. City of New York dealt with the issue of negligence in bicycle-car accidents.

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In Caballero v. City of New York, the accident occurred on October 11, 1989, at the intersection of 40th Street and 6th Avenue in Manhattan. The plaintiff, Ramon Caballero, was riding his bicycle eastbound on 40th Street, approaching the intersection with 6th Avenue. At the same time, a New York City police officer, who was driving a marked police car, was traveling southbound on 6th Avenue.

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Bicycling is a popular mode of transportation in New York City, but it can be hazardous, especially when encountering potholes. Potholes on roads, bike lanes, and sidewalks can cause accidents and serious injuries to cyclists. In Bonilla v. City of New York. the court considered whether the City of New York was liable for a cyclist’s injuries resulting from a pothole.

Cycling has become an increasingly popular mode of transportation in New York City, with many residents opting to bike to work, school, or leisure activities. However, cycling in the city can be hazardous due to the many hazards that cyclists face, including potholes, manholes, and other road defects. The case of Bonilla v. City of New York is a premises liability case that addressed the issue of liability for a bicycle accident caused by a manhole cover.

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Potholes are a common cause of bicycle accidents in New York, often resulting in serious injuries for cyclists. The responsibility for maintaining roadways in a safe condition falls on governmental entities such as the State of New York. If a pothole is present for a significant amount of time and the government entity has knowledge of its existence, but fails to take appropriate action to repair it, under premises liability law they may be liable for injuries resulting from bicycle accidents. Cyclists in New York should exercise caution when riding on roads with known potholes and report any dangerous conditions to the appropriate authorities.

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In Focarino v. State of New York, the plaintiff, Anthony Focarino, was riding his bicycle on a state park road in New York when he struck a pothole and was thrown from his bike. Focarino suffered several injuries, including a fractured wrist and elbow, as well as various cuts and bruises. He filed a lawsuit against the State of New York, alleging negligence on their part for failing to properly maintain the roadway and allowing the dangerous condition to persist. Specifically, Focarino argued that the pothole had been present for a significant amount of time prior to his accident, and that the State of New York had knowledge of its existence but failed to take appropriate action to repair it.

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Skateboarding is a popular sport among teenagers and young adults. While skateboarding can be a fun and thrilling activity, it can also be dangerous. One of the most common injuries associated with skateboarding is a sidewalk skateboard injury. In recent years, there have been several lawsuits filed against cities and municipalities for failing to maintain safe sidewalks for skateboarders. One such case is Singh v. City of New York.

A sidewalk skateboard injury can occur when a skateboarder falls off their board while riding on a sidewalk. The injuries can range from minor scrapes and bruises to more serious injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, and spinal cord injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), skateboarding injuries account for approximately 66,000 emergency room visits each year in the United States.

Cities and municipalities have a duty to maintain safe sidewalks for pedestrians, including skateboarders. This duty includes repairing cracks, potholes, and other hazards that could pose a danger to pedestrians. Under premises liability law, failure to maintain safe sidewalks can result in liability for the city or municipality if a pedestrian is injured as a result of the unsafe conditions.

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Car and bus accidents can have devastating consequences, resulting in serious injuries or even death. When such accidents occur, it is important to determine who is at fault and who should be held liable for any damages that result. One case that dealt with this issue is Greiff v. New York City Transit Authority, 212 A.D.2d 253 (1st Dep’t 1995). In this blog, we will discuss the background of the case, the issues that it raised, and its implications for car and bus accidents.

Background

In Greiff v. New York City Transit Authority, the plaintiff, Donald Greiff, was driving his car when he was struck by a New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) bus. The accident occurred at an intersection controlled by traffic lights, and both the car and the bus had a green light when they entered the intersection. The bus was making a left turn, and the car was traveling straight through the intersection. The bus driver testified that he did not see the car until it was too late to avoid the collision.

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Wakeboarding is a popular water sport that involves riding on a board while being towed by a motorboat. While wakeboarding can be an exhilarating experience, it also carries inherent risks, especially if proper safety precautions are not taken. Injuries sustained in wakeboarding accidents can be severe, and victims may be entitled to compensation for their damages.

O’Brien v. Jetty Jumpers involves a wakeboarding accident and highlights the importance of proper safety measures in preventing injuries.

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Kayaking is a popular recreational activity, but it can be dangerous if proper procedures are not followed. Maintaining a proper lookout is an essential part of kayaking safely. It means paying attention to your surroundings and actively scanning for potential hazards, such as other vessels, swimmers, or obstacles in the water.

When kayaking, maintaining a proper lookout involves continuously scanning the water in all directions to identify potential hazards. This includes looking forward, backward, and to the sides. Kayakers should also keep an eye on the weather conditions, as sudden changes in wind, waves, or current can create hazards.

Williams v. Giraldez highlights the importance of maintaining a proper lookout, following navigation rules, and taking evasive action when necessary to avoid a collision with another vessel or object in the water.

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Boating accidents can result in catastrophic injuries and even fatalities, leaving victims and their families with physical, emotional, and financial damage. When a boating accident occurs, legal action may be necessary to seek compensation for the losses incurred. In re: Stowman involves a boating accident and the application of maritime law.

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The case of In re: Stowman arises from a boating accident that occurred on August 8, 2009, on the Hudson River in New York. The accident involved two boats, a 20-foot pleasure boat and a 300-foot barge that was being pushed by a tugboat. The pleasure boat was carrying several passengers, including Lindsey Stewart and Mark Lennon, who were to be married two weeks later. The driver of the pleasure boat was Jojo John, who had been drinking prior to the accident.

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Boating accidents are a common occurrence, and they can have devastating effects on the victims and their families. In the case of Estate of Joseph DeLuca v. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the plaintiff, the Estate of Joseph DeLuca, sued the defendant, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), for negligence and wrongful death resulting from a boating accident that occurred in 2012.

The case involves a tragic accident that claimed the life of Joseph DeLuca, a 30-year-old man who was an experienced boater. The accident occurred in Long Island Sound, near Hempstead Harbor, when a DEC patrol boat collided with DeLuca’s boat, causing it to capsize. The DEC patrol boat was on a routine patrol and was traveling at high speed when it collided with DeLuca’s boat.

The Estate of Joseph DeLuca claimed that the DEC was negligent in its operation of the patrol boat, and that this negligence was the proximate cause of DeLuca’s death. The case went to trial, and the court ultimately found in favor of the plaintiff.

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Bicycle accidents in urban areas like New York City are unfortunately common. One such tragic incident occurred on August 10, 2018, when a young Australian tourist named Madison Lyden was struck and killed by a garbage truck while riding her bicycle in Manhattan. The accident sparked outrage among the cycling community and prompted Lyden’s family to file a lawsuit against the City of New York. This case highlights the need for better infrastructure and safety measures to protect cyclists on the city’s busy streets.

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On the day of the accident, Lyden was cycling in the designated bike lane on Central Park West when she swerved to avoid a stopped taxi. She was forced into traffic and was hit by a sanitation truck, causing her to fall off her bike and into the path of the truck’s rear wheels. Lyden was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later. The driver of the truck, Felipe Chairez, was charged with driving while impaired and operating a commercial vehicle while under the influence of drugs.

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