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9 Perecman Firm Attorneys Recognized in 2019 Edition of New York Super Lawyers Magazine

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 12, 2019
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is thrilled to announce that several attorneys from our firm have been selected for inclusion to the 2019 edition of New York Super Lawyers ! A prestigious distinction, ...

NYC Vision Zero: Activists Question City Plan to Reduce Traffic Deaths

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 6, 2019
In July, New York safety advocates staged a “die-in” in Washington Square Park to raise awareness about the dangers bicyclists face on busy NYC roads, and to honor the memory of 15 cyclists killed in ...

Perecman Results Make New York Law Journal's Top Verdicts & Settlements List

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 26, 2019
Several case results secured by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. have been selected for inclusion in New York Law Journal’s “Top Verdicts & Settlements of 2018” list! Published annually, NYLJ’s Top New ...

David Perecman Named to The Best Lawyers in America©

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 15, 2019
Our legal team is pleased to announce that Firm Founder and Lead Trial Attorney David H. Perecman has again been named to The Best Lawyers in America ©! David’s inclusion in the 2020 edition of Best ...

Remembering Avonte Oquendo: 5 Years Later

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 7, 2019
Today marks the five-year anniversary of Avonte’s Law being passed in New York City. The legislation, which imposes new measures to make schools safer for special needs students, was introduced in ...

Attorney Sagar Chadha Discusses the NY Labor Law on Jus Punjabi TV's The Way Forward

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 1, 2019
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.’s own Sagar Chadha recently appeared on Jus Punjabi TV’s “The Way Forward” to discuss construction accidents and the New York Labor Law with host Harjot Singh. A former ...

The Perecman Firm Shows Support At Summer Community Events

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 31, 2019
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is incredibly grateful for the many clients who’ve trusted us during difficult times, and are committed to showing our support by giving back to their great causes and ...

Amid New York Heat Wave, New OSHA Heat Standard Could Better Protect Workers

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 23, 2019
The summer of 2019 is shaping up to be a “hot one” of record proportions. Apart from a heat wave in Europe that’s breaking all-time records, the East Coast is also facing sweltering temperatures and ...

Legal Terms Explained: What’s a Personal Injury?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 18, 2019
Most people are familiar with the general premise of a personal injury case: if another person hurts you, you can sue that person for a financial recovery of your damages. While accurate enough, ...

New DOB Map Shows Which NYC Construction Sites Require Safety Training Under Local Law 196

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 11, 2019
In early July, the New York City Department of Buildings released an interactive map that shows the locations of construction sites where workers, supervisors, and others involved in large ...

Starting July 11, NYC Streets Will Be Getting A Lot More Speed Cameras

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 10, 2019
New York City’s speed camera program will soon be overhauled – both in regard to the numbers of cameras on NYC streets and their hours of use. In fact, Department of Transportation officials say that ...

Why Are Car Accidents More Likely in the Summer?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 21, 2019
It’s the first day of summer! For New Yorkers, that means much-needed warm weather, vacation time, barbeques, and maybe the beach or a lazy day or two. While there’s much to celebrate about the ...

Hurt on the Job: Who Pays for Medical Bills After a Work Injury?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 17, 2019
Being injured on the job can jeopardize your financial well-being just as much as your health. From concerns over time off and lost income to confusion over who pays for needed medical care, there are ...

National Safety Month 2019

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 7, 2019
June is National Safety Month, and our team at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. want to do our part in sharing resources and information to help our clients and communities stay healthy, happy, and safe. ...

Warm Weather & Work Safety: Tips & Info for NYC Workers

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 4, 2019
Most people tend to associate cold weather with workplace accidents, and though rain, snow, and ice can certainly make worksites more dangerous places, they’re not the only reason for increased ...

The Perecman Firm Celebrates Lobby Day by Advocating for Victim, Consumer Rights

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 31, 2019
May 21, 2019 was “Lobby Day,” an internal observance where non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and citizens meet with public officials, politicians, and their representatives to advocate for ...

NY Scaffold Law Was Passed in 1885: Here’s What It’s About

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 22, 2019
New York looked much different in 1885 than it does today. A year when the (still copper) Statute of Liberty first arrived in New York Harbor and long before skyscrapers shaped the City we know and ...

What Are Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Case?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 17, 2019
Personal injury cases are matters of civil law, and specifically a type of “tort,” which means it’s a legal action arising from a wrongful act (often negligence) that results in liability. The purpose ...

The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. Supports Construction Safety Week 2019

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 6, 2019
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is proud to support Construction Safety Week 2019 – held this year from May 6 through May 10! As one of NYC’s most trusted injury firms, our team is always available to ...

$12,000,000 Settlement Secured for NYC Union Worker Injured in Ladder Accident

Posted by The Perecman Firm| Apr 30, 2019
Founding Partner David Perecman and Steven Dorfman of The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. legal team recently secured a 12 million dollar settlement on behalf of a client who was seriously injured while ...

Construction Industry Sees Rise in Fatal Elevator Accidents

Posted by The Perecman Firm| Apr 25, 2019
Known for its high-rise apartments and skyscrapers, New York City sees its fair share of elevator-related accidents involving the general public, as well as accidents involving workers who use ...

NYC Sees Spike in Cyclist Injuries, Traffic Deaths in Early 2019

Posted by The Perecman Firm| Apr 10, 2019
The start of 2019 has not been a good one for bicyclists and commuters around New York City. According to documented crash reports from the NYPD, the first month of the year was particularly alarming. ...

The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. Supports Autism Awareness Month

Posted by The Perecman Firm| Apr 2, 2019
April 2 nd is World Autism Day, a United Nations’ designated day of observance which kicks off an entire month dedicated to spreading awareness, promoting education, and gathering support for Autism ...

Will I Be Drug Tested for Workers’ Compensation in New York?

Posted by The Perecman Firm| Mar 28, 2019
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that can be invaluable for people who suffer injuries or illnesses which arise from performing job-related duties. Although workers’ comp can provide ...

Appeals Court Hands Win to Electrically Shocked Construction Worker Without Trial

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 18, 2019
An appeals court in Manhattan said a trial was unnecessary to decide if the parties who operated a construction project were responsible for the injuries and losses a carpenter incurred when he was ...

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