Category: Accident Lawyers

roofer working on residential roof laying shingles

In the hustle and bustle of New York, businesses operate on high-rise buildings, skyscrapers, and construction sites, each activity carrying potential risks of falls. With this, incidents and tragedies can happen due to insufficient fall protection measures. Understanding and adhering to safety regulations is not just a legal obligation but a moral one, integral to […]

close up shot of cracks on the facade of building with a blurry cityscape in the background

Construction is part of life in New York City, the largest and most densely populated metropolis in the United States. Buildings, streets, parks, and so many other pieces that make up the city are constantly being raised, refurbished, demolished, and rebuilt to account for an ever-changing set of needs and a rapidly evolving world’s available […]

texting while driving

As a practice that fights for victims injured in auto accidents, The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., knows driver distraction can have devastating consequences. This April, we’re proud to support Distracted Driving Awareness Month and remind everyone that they have the power to keep themselves and others safe. We encourage you to get involved and take the NSC’s #JustDrive […]

Drone

NYC officials think drones could revolutionize the future of building inspections conducted in the City, according to a new report from the New York City Department of Buildings. The drone report was created in response to Local Law 102, which requires the DOB to study the use of drones, or unmanned aircraft systems, for various […]

Top Verdict 2020 Settlements

The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., is pleased to announce that our firm has secured two of the nation’s 20 largest work accident settlements in 2020, according to published listings from Top Verdict. Our two cases featured in the Top 20 Work Accident Settlements in the U.S. in 2020 list include: $3.325 Million Settlement: A $3.325 million […]

Driving Safety

The holidays pose considerable risks to public safety – especially when it comes to driving. In fact, things like adverse weather, increased traffic, and intoxicated motorists make the holiday season one of the most dangerous times of year to drive. According to NHTSA: All holidays are generally a time of increased travel and traffic deaths. […]

Toy Safety

If you’re in the market for children’s toys this holiday season, whatever you purchase should be safe and appropriate for the little one who’ll receive it. However, given today’s toy-shopping environment, it’s not always easy to identify what is and isn’t safe – especially if you’re shopping online or feeling rushed to act fast and […]

Drones

Though once viewed by many as a consumer novelty, drones have become an increasingly promising technology with widespread applications. The construction industry, for example, has seen a 239% increase in drone use year over year – the most of any other commercial sector. The reasons for the rise of drones in construction is clear. Their […]

2022 Best Law Firms

The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., is pleased to announce that we have been selected to the latest U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” list! U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” is one of the legal industry’s most recognized ranking publications. As part of its purely peer-review selection process, “Best Law Firms” scores […]

OSHA

OSHA is a federal government agency that oversees workplace safety. And while employers and workers alike are generally familiar with OSHA and some of the rules enforced by the agency, not all workers understand how OSHA can play a role in workers’ compensation or civil personal injury cases that arise from a work-related accident. In […]