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2020

Blog Posts in 2020

Does Workers' Compensation Cover Coronavirus?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 24, 2020
The world has changed amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, and that includes the way we work. While shutdowns, social distancing, and work-from-home policies have had an immediate impact on employees ...

Drivers Responsible for Growing NYC Pedestrian, Cyclist Death Toll

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 20, 2020
Despite NYC’s “Vision Zero” program, launched five years ago with a goal to eliminate all fatalities on City roads, traffic deaths remain high – especially for bicyclists and pedestrians. The usual ...

Latest Fatality Report Shows NYC Construction Deaths Are Rising

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 18, 2020
On March 5, 2020, the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) released its “ Deadly Skyline ” publication – the organization’s annual, research-based report that details the ...

Poison Prevention Tips From The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 16, 2020
The third week of March is National Poison Prevention Week, and our team at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. proudly supports the opportunity to raise awareness about the dangers of poisoning and promote ...

An Important Announcement re: COVID-19 from Founding Attorney David Perecman

Posted by David H. Perecman| Mar 15, 2020
Dear Perecman Firm Clients, I want to provide you with an update as to what we are doing in response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation. First, please be assured that we are committed to our ...

Catastrophic Injury vs. Personal Injury Claims: What's the Difference?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 11, 2020
Personal injury cases can involve all types of accidents, injuries, and repercussions for victims and their families, which is why many lawyers who practice personal injury law choose to differentiate ...

Is A Personal Injury Attorney Worth Hiring?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 6, 2020
Savvy consumers know it’s important to perform one’s due diligence when purchasing a product, hiring a service provider, or choosing the right professional to handle a particular need. It is when ...

David Perecman Weighs in on New York Elevator Safety Act

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 3, 2020
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. Founder David H. Perecman recently sat down with industry insiders to discuss New York’s newly passed Elevator Safety Act and its potential legal implications during an ...

The Perecman Firm Supports Brain Injury Awareness Month

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 2, 2020
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is proud to show our support for national Brain Injury Awareness Month 2020! An annual awareness campaign led by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), Brain ...

Can I Be Fired for Filing a Construction Accident Lawsuit?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 18, 2020
Construction workers face immense risks in the course of their daily work. From working with heavy equipment and massive commercial motor vehicles, to falls, falling objects, power saws, and ...

Can Social Media Posts Affect My Personal Injury Case?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 13, 2020
To say that social media has changed the way we live is an understatement. From the smallest sentiments and silly memes to breaking news, noble causes, natural disasters, and everything in between, ...

2020 Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship Now Open!

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jan 31, 2020
The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is happy to announce the opening of our 2020 Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship! Our team is now accepting applications from eligible students attending school in the 2020 ...

National Burn Awareness Week 2020: Preventing Contact Burns

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jan 28, 2020
The first full week of February has been designated as National Burn Awareness Week. Initiated by the American Burn Association (ABA), the campaign is intended to educate the public about burn ...

What To Do After a Slip & Fall Accident

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jan 22, 2020
Winter has arrived in New York, giving us all an opportunity to be mindful of weather-related hazards like slips and falls . However, risks of slipping, tripping, and falling at home, work, or private ...

Do I Have a Construction Accident Case If Something Falls Over Onto On Me?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jan 14, 2020
The short answer is: maybe , and you should speak with an attorney experienced in construction accident cases and familiar with the applicable laws to find out. That is because the law is always ...

Winter Safety Tips to Avoid Slip & Falls

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jan 7, 2020
It’s a New Year and another winter in New York, and for many around the State, January is the coldest month of the season. Though NYC may not see torrents of lake-effect snowfall like other parts of ...

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