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Construction Worker Rescued by FDNY in Manhattan

FDNY members rescued a construction worker on the Lower East Side of Manhattan on Thursday…

National Safety Month

June marks the beginning of National Safety Month, an optimal time to focus on reducing…

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

With motorcycle riding season officially underway, it’s time to call attention to the importance of…

Best (Worst) Hospitals in NYC for Spring...

Medical errors remain a leading cause of death in the United States. Over 250,000 patients…

Carlos’ Law Passes After 7 Years

On December 23, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul finally passed Carlos’ Law. The bill, first introduced…

Fifth Fatal E-Bike Battery Fire in 2023

Two siblings were killed in a tragic e-bike battery fire on Monday in Astoria, Queens.…

Fatal Construction Fall at Chase Bank

A construction worker in Manhattan was killed in a fatal fall on Saturday at the…

1 Worker Killed and 3 Injured In...

A construction worker in Manhattan was killed on Tuesday, and three others were injured when…

5 Construction Contractors Injured in a Struck-by...

Five contractors were involved in a worksite accident in Queens on Monday when a rebar…

Partners Matthew Fein and Eugene Gozenput Installed...

Congratulations to partners Matthew Fein and Eugene Gozenput, who were installed as members of the…

Construction Worker Seriously Injured in Brooklyn Accident 

Sadly, a construction worker sustained serious injuries on Monday in Brooklyn. News12 Long Island reported…

New 2023 Laws for New York

New Yorkers will notice several new laws that went into effect on Jan.1 that could…

Best and Worst Hospitals in NYC for...

Medical errors remain the third leading cause of death in the United States. John Hopkins…

Construction Worker Fatally Crushed in the Bronx

An NYC construction worker in was killed in a suspected crushing accident on Thursday morning…

Most Dangerous Toy List of 2022

Despite recalls and warnings, toy safety remains a significant concern in our country. Many products…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Provides Turkeys...

Every year, our team at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein is proud to spend time…

Fatal Construction Fall on Upper West Side

Sadly, a construction worker sustained fatal injuries in a fall Monday morning while working on…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Ranked Among...

We are honored to be recognized by U.S. News - Best Lawyers ® and ranked…

Construction Fatality on Roosevelt Avenue Bridge 

A tragic accident occurred in Queens on Tuesday when a 34-year-old construction worker sustained fatal…

E-Bike and E-Scooter Battery Fires Are on...

E-bike and e-scooter battery fires are becoming a significant safety concern in New York City.…

Construction Workers at Highest Risk for TBIs

Construction workers are at a higher risk of serious and fatal injuries than workers in…

National School Bus Safety Week

School bus accidents are responsible for killing thousands and injuring tens of thousands more every…

Everything You Need to Know This National...

October marks the beginning of National Fire Prevention Month, and it’s the perfect time to…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Attorneys Named...

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein P.C. is honored to announce that all three partners of…

Fatal Excavator Accident on Brooklyn Construction Site

Sadly, a construction worker in Brooklyn was killed in an accident on Monday morning when…

Child Passenger Safety Week 

Motor vehicle accidents have remained the leading cause of fatality for children under the age…

How Technology Can Build a Safer Work...

Construction is a dangerous industry, one of the most hazardous jobs in the country. Safety…

Work Zone Accidents

Hundreds of people are killed in work zones annually in the United States. In 2020,…

New Driving Law to Protect NYC Pedestrians...

New legislation beginning in January 2023 will require all prospective drivers in New York City…

Safe + Sound Week Keeps Construction Workers...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) found that an average of 1 in 5…

What You Need to Know About NYC...

The Summer Streets program is returning to New York City for the first time in…

New Construction Bill to Reduce Fatal Trench...

A new construction bill titled Carlos’ Law would provide additional cave-in protection for trench workers…

Dangers of Walking Across the Queensboro Bridge

The shared pedestrian bike path on the Queensboro Bridge has New York City pedestrians fearing…

Undocumented Worker Fatalities Uncovered in the Bronx

A recent investigation by The New York Times uncovered a deadly trend on a construction…

NYC’s Best and Worst Hospitals 2022

In the 2022 edition of the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, New York State hospitals have…

How to Keep Construction Workers Safe in...

It won’t be long before heatwaves are burning up the streets of New York City.…

Avoid A Trip To The ER On...

Fireworks will fill the skies across the country this weekend in celebration of America’s birthday.…

The 100 Deadliest Days: The Dangers Facing...

Your teens may be looking forward to summer fun right around the corner, but it’s…

Going Beyond National Safety Stand-Down Week

Falls have consistently ranked as the leading cause of work fatality in the construction industry,…

NYC Pedestrians–Don’t Walk Here!

New York City has experienced an alarming uptick in pedestrian accidents affecting communities across five…

Fatal Construction Fall at Queens Worksite

An Ecuadorian construction worker was killed in a tragic construction accident last week after falling…

Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April marks the beginning of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a life-saving initiative that becomes more…

As New York Begins to Thaw Out...

As all New Yorker’s know by now, the Tri-State area is in the midst of…

Top Four Qualities Of A Competent Personal...

A competent personal injury attorney can be the difference in whether or not you receive…

Top Four Benefits Of Working With A...

After a slip and fall accident, you may be severely injured and need to take…

Top Four Benefits Of Hiring A Personal...

A personal injury attorney can help you with compensation for your medical bills, and other…

NYC Pedestrians Fatalities Are on The Rise

Pedestrian deaths are spiking across the country, and New York City is not immune. According…

Two Construction Workers Injured in Manhattan Floor...

Sadly, two construction workers were injured on a worksite in Manhattan on Monday after the…

Why Clients Should Choose a Trial Attorney

One of the hardest decisions a client must make during a legal proceeding is choosing…

Brain Injury Awareness Month

The Brain Injury Association of America (B.I.A.) reports that more than 5.3 million people in…

Ridesharing Accidents and Lawsuits on the Rise...

Uber and Lyft lawsuits are rising due to a concerning uptick in traffic accidents associated…

Construction Worker Fatality in Brooklyn Heights Fall

Sadly, a New York City construction worker was killed on Friday morning after a tragic…

How Safe Are New York City Bridges?

The terrifying Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pennsylvania two weeks ago has sparked concerns over…

When the ‘Winter-Wonderland’ Leads to Snow and...

As all New Yorker’s know by now, the Tri-State area is in the midst of…

NYC Construction Winter Weather Hazards

Winter weather hazards can lead to treacherous working conditions in the construction industry, especially in…

Occupational Accidents & Injuries for NYC Sanitation...

Each day, New York City's Sanitation employees work tirelessly to clean our streets and remove…

NYC Traffic Fatalities Rise Despite Vision Zero

Road fatalities in New York City have risen considerably in the last two years. According…

What Types Of Damages Can I Recover...

After a car accident, you're going to face a lot of expenses. Hopefully, most of…

Why Should I Hire A Lawyer After...

Truth be told, anytime you are injured at the hands of another, you should immediately…

What To Do After A Slip And...

Winter, in all its glory, is a prime time for ice and snow-related slip and…

How Can Insurance Affect My Car Accident...

"If automobile insurance affects my car accident case, in what way does it do so?"…

What Should I Do After A Car...

The last thing you expect or need while driving to your job or running some…

How Much Can I Sue For After...

You may wonder, if you've been involved in a crash with another vehicle, if you…

How Is Fault Determined In A Car...

Who determines fault in a car accident? Insurance adjusters like to think they do. However,…

New Laws for New York in 2022

Several new bills approved at the state Capitol impacting NYC residents are taking effect in 2022. Here…

Can My Landlord Be Held Liable For...

New York state law says that, in every written or oral rental agreement, an implied…

Can I Sue For A Dog Bite...

In New York, is it legal to sue for a dog bite? Will you be…

Drunk Driving Detection Systems Could Save Lives

By 2026, American automakers could be required to install drunk driving detection features inside standard…

Window Washer Suffers Fatal Fall In Brooklyn

Sadly, a 34-year-old window washer from New Jersey suffered a fatal fall on Friday while…

Three People Indicted in Brooklyn Excavation Fatality

Multiple indictments were announced by the Brooklyn District Attorneys' office last Tuesday in reference to…

Four People Injured In Bronx Salon Collapse

Sadly, four people, including one child, were injured this past Sunday in the Bronx when the first…

Construction Fatality on Manhattan Bridge

Fatal construction accidents remain a growing trend in New York City. Sadly, one construction worker…

Best and Worst Hospitals in NYC (2021)

Your favorite hospital in New York City may not be as safe as you thought.…

NYC Crane Accidents

Cranes are an essential but deadly necessity of the construction and manufacturing industries. These monstrous…

Debris on Stairs or in Work Areas

Slips, trips, and falls make up most of the construction or industry related accidents.  According…

Common Questions to Ask About A Construction...

Construction action lawsuits are complex. Unfortunately, in New York City, we have more than our…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Supports NYC...

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Supports Moya by Donathttps://www.pazerandepstein.com/category/firm-news/page/9/ing Funds to Purchase Hundreds of Toys…

Holiday Shopping Toy Warnings for 2020

The holiday shopping season will look a bit different for New Yorkers this year. Online…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Partners Receive...

Our team at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein P.C. is thrilled to announce that all…

Stand-Down to Prevent Construction Falls

Today marks the start of the National Safety Stand-Down to help reduce falls in the…

Is Your Family Coping or Melting from...

The ‘new normal’ for New York City children is getting more stressful by the day.…

COVID-19: Why Construction Workers Are At-Risk

Thousands of construction companies across the five boroughs are still trying to figure out how…

Paying Tribute to Mark Jay Epstein

We celebrate the life and mourn the passing of our dear friend and partner, Mark…

How To Stay Safe Back at Work

The caution tape is coming off of thousands of job sites across New York City…

Patient Safety Awareness Week

It doesn’t take a significant medical error to cost a patient their life. According to…

Beware of Springing Forward: How to Safely...

New Yorkers will be losing an hour of sleep this weekend with the start of Daylight…

Surgical Masks: Why Health Experts Say They...

Fears over catching novel coronavirus, officially named COVID-19 this month by the World Health Organization (WHO),…

Artificial Intelligence: Is It Really Safe In...

Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and machine learning technologies are booming in the medical field as hospitals…

Distracted Uber Driving: Why You Could Be...

You may not be as safe in an Uber as you thought. The Uber app…

Construction Mobile Apps: Do They Make Workers...

An article published in Architect highlights how some construction companies are capitalizing on technology and gameplay to…

Sanitation Truck Accidents: Why NYC Waste Management...

A recent uptick in sanitation truck accidents has residents in New York City and Long…

Michael Jaffe Presented at New York State...

Michael Jaffe moderated and presented at a New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA) two-part…

NYC Bicycle Fatalities Skyrocketed in 2019

The end of 2019 was the closing of a deadly year for cyclists in New…

Winter Construction Hazards: How To Stay Safe...

Construction work in the winter doesn’t stop when the weather takes a turn for the…

How Safe Is Your Hospital?

New York State hospitals are failing to protect their patients. According to the Fall 2019 Leapfrog…

NEW NY Car Seat Law: What Parents...

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children under the age of…

Halloween Scares In NYC- How To Stay...

Halloween night is one of the most exciting times of the year for children and…

National Hearing Protection Month

Without a doubt, construction and manufacturing are two of the loudest industries in the country.…

Injuries From Falling Objects: Protecting Workers and...

New Yorkers have become conditioned to the sight of high-rise construction projects at every turn.…

Beware of the “Fatal Four” Accidents In...

Worksites across New York City have experienced a steady and tragic uptick in fatal construction accidents this…

Dead Man Walking: Why You Shouldn’t Text...

Cellphones and headphones are becoming a deadly threat to the safety of New York City…

Construction Workers Are At Increased Risks For...

ladders, and scaffolding Traumatic Brain Injury (T.B.I.) is one of the leading causes of death…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein Have 4...

Our team at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein P.C. is thrilled to announce that all…

Why We Celebrate Labor Day

Labor Day is more than just barbecues, parades, and pool parties. Aside from marking the…

New NY Boating Law: What Operators Need...

boating accidents Governor Andrew Cuomo passed a new boating law this week that is looking…

NYC Twins Die In Hot Car: This...

A family in the Bronx experienced a horrific tragedy this weekend when their one-year-old twins…

Are You Prepared For the Next NYC...

Con Edison workers are frantically trying to correct the electrical issue that led to the…

NYC Bicycle Fatalities Are On The Rise

Another New York City cyclist was killed this week after being hit by a cement…

Parents: Say ‘No’ To Underage Drinking

It's graduation season and summer weekends will be jam-packed with celebrations to honor high school…

Spring Construction Safety

Spring has sprung, and so has activity on construction sites across the region. According to NYC…

Partner, Mark J. Epstein, Reelected As Chair of...

Congratulations to Partner, Mark J. Epstein, who was unanimously reelected Chair of The Long Island Rail…

OUR NEW PARTNER, EUGENE GOZENPUT

We are pleased to announce the naming of Attorney Eugene Gozenput as Partner at Pazer, Epstein,…

Deadly Week of Construction Fatalities In NYC

April has proven to be a deadly start to the 2019 construction season in New…

National Work Zone Awareness Week

The arrival of Spring marks the busy season in the construction industry. Workers and work…

NYC Measles Outbreak: What You Need To...

The measles epidemic is far from over. According to a report released by the Center…

Work Hazards For Women In Construction

The number of women joining the construction labor force is on the rise, and so…

Elevator Safety

Safety of New York Elevators is Slipping “Private elevator inspectors in New York City are…

Our partner, Mark J. Epstein, met with...

25 Most Dangerous Jobs In America

While most Americans go to work hoping to make it home by dinner, some workers…

OSHA Injury Reporting

There are approximately 4,500,000 occupational injuries reported every year. As shocking as this statistic may…

Vaping Dangers

E-cigs, vape pens, tank systems, mods. There are a number of different styles and nicknames…

Winter Construction Safety

Construction projects don’t stop just because it gets cold. Plenty of job sites are up…

Throttle E-Bike Bill

Watch out New Yorkers- all e-bikes could soon be legal! A new bill is proposing…

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein proudly discusses...

This weekend partner Mark Epstein was proud...

Worker Fatigue

The American workforce is overall exhausted. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports at least 69%…

Attorneys Recognized as NY Super Lawyers

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein is proud to announce that Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers has recognized 4…

DUSK AND DARKNESS

It’s time to ‘fall back'! This Sunday, November 4 will mark the end of Daylight…

Medical Errors

You don’t want to distrust your doctors and nurses. Unfortunately, when it comes to your…

Be Smart About LIRR Parking Spots

According to an article published by Newsday, the LIRR counts fewer than 70,000 commuter parking…

Trenching Safety Updates

An increase in trench-related work fatalities has caused the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)…

U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Law...

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein is honored to have been ranked again as Tier 1…

We are Union Strong

Pazer, Epstein , Jaffe & Fein, P.C. Is proud to attend and support our friends…

Choosing a Doctor

Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States taking nearly…

Clergy Abuse Scandal

The release of an appalling report this Tuesday in Pennsylvania has some Catholic families afraid…

Worker Heat Injuries

Heat is not a weather condition to mess around with when it comes to outdoor…

Construction Accidents in NYC

New York City has seen a spike in construction accidents in the last few months…

Heatstroke Kills

A four-month-old baby in central New York died of heatstroke after being left in his…

Summer Concerts can be Dangerous… and Deadly

Now that school is officially out, summer concert season is in full swing. Multi-season arenas…

Secrets Your Surgeon Won’t Tell You

This past May, a disturbing video went viral of a plastic surgeon from Georgia dancing…

Vision Zero

Since beginning in 2014, Vision Zero has made a noticeable impact on the safety of…

NYC Hospital Safety Grades

NYC Hospitals Are Part of the 3rd Leading Cause of Death Medical errors are the…

Our partner Mark Epstein Advocates for LIRR...

LIRR watchdog: Give riders direct updates from control center

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday on LIRR...

Our partner Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday about the frequent Long Island Rail Road disruptions…

Make construction work less dangerous

Construction work is dangerous activity. To make it less dangerous the law in New York…

The Labor Law of the State of...

The Labor Law of the State of New York attempts to ensure worker safety by…

TBI linked to attention deficit hyperactive disorder

Accident victims suffering from traumatic brain disorder may face a number of physical and health…

Bus driver cited in Queens crash

Transit accidents involve numerous factors such as negligent motorists, defective equipment, property damage and illegal…

What happens after the death of a...

Coping with the death of an immediate family member involves indescribable emotions of loss. While…

Federal government announces transit safety plan

The Federal Transit Administration found that recent mass transit accidents, particularly those investigated by the…

Can damages be awarded for pre-death terror?

Wrongful death actions in New York provide for specified damages to family members who suffer…

Brain injuries require prompt action

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has designated traumatic brain injury as a…

What laws govern injured construction workers?

Building occupants and guests are not the only negligence victims entitled to institute a premises…

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

Schumer: Put Long Islander on Amtrak board

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

How some of MTA’s extra $40M could improve the LIRR

LIRR replacing missing cushions on some train...

Long Island Rail Road riders can take a load off on a few extra seats…

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

LIRR: 2012 ridership grew to 81.7M

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

LIRR: Ridership boost from Barclays events

Mark Epstein quoted in CBS New York

15 Long Island Rail Road Workers Charged In Alleged Copper Theft Scheme

Mark Epstein quoted in New York Post

15 LIRR workers, 2 others tied copper theft scheme

Mark Epstein quoted in CBS New York

15 Long Island Rail Road Workers Charged In Alleged Copper Theft Scheme

Mark Epstein quoted in New York Times

LIRR Employees Accused of Netting $250,000 From Copper Wire Stolen at Work

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

Cost of LIRR ticket could rise 15%

Mark Epstein quoted in Times Ledger

Amtrak repairs restore rush-hour LIRR trains

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

Mark Epstein has been quoted in several Newsday articles throughout the years. You can learn…

Mark Epstein quoted in Times Ledger

Israel puts pressure on Amtrak to repair tunnels for LIRR trains

Michael Jaffe Appointed President of New York...

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Michael Jaffe Quoted On Hit-And-Run Coverage Bill

INSURERS, TRIAL ATTORNEYS SPLIT ON HIT-AND-RUN COVERAGE BILL By Pete Brush Law360, New York (September 06,…

Michael Jaffe Quoted In The New York...

HOW TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE ENOUGH AUTO INSURANCE By RON LIEBER Published: August 24, 2012…

Michael Jaffe is the new President of...

Jaffe Is New President of State Trial Lawyers

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

LIRR council targets taxi price gouging

Melville Resident Elected Chairman of LIRR Commuter...

Mark Epstein was recently elected chairman of the Long Island Rail Road Commuter Council (LIRRCC)

Mark Epstein quoted in Newsday

Sparse crowd comments on MTA cuts at Smithtown meeting  

Mark Epstein quoted in Daily News

Parents hope for son seriously injured by falling tree branch