Slip And Fall Injuries Slips and falls are common but just because you slipped, doesn't always mean you have a case. When it comes to personal injury, you have to prove that a) a property owner knew about a hazard and b) knowingly failed to remedy it. We often talk about hazards like poor lighting, [...]
Outdoor Patios and Slips and Falls When the warm weather strikes, the patios open! Outdoor patios and seating is immensely popular for bars and restaurants but it's important to reduce your risk of liability to keep employees and diners safe. At Multerer Law Firm, we fight for victims of slips and falls who were injured [...]
Heavy Rain and Car Accidents Snow isn't the only precipitation you need to worry about as a driver. Yesterday we experienced heavy rains that at times, made for dramatically low visibility. In fact, the rain was so heavy and visibility so low, that numerous drivers dropped well below the speed limit on the highway and [...]
This Dyngus Day, Don't Drink and Drive Today is the annual Dyngus Day Parade in the Historic Polonia District! While Polish beer might be at the top of your to-do list, you should never drink and drive – you put yourself and others at risk. If you plan to drink today, plan ahead: Schedule a ride share to bring you to [...]
Dyngus Day Safety Tips Śmigus-dyngus! Monday is Dyngus Day so grab your squirt guns and pussy willows and don your red and white for the annual Dyngus Day parade! With numerous church halls, restaurants, bars, and social clubs hosting celebrations, it's important to remember it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt. If you [...]
Easter Egg Hunt Safety Easter egg hunts are a joyful way to celebrate the holiday but when inviting guests – especially children – to your house, business, or property for an eggs-travaganza, it’s essential you plan ahead, prep to prevent slips, trips, and falls, and remain vigilant throughout the event. Crowded venues, uneven terrain, and [...]
Spring Travel Tip #8: Avoid distractions while driving. Road trips should be fun but don't let your cell phone or travel companions distract you from the road ahead. Staying alert and aware of your surroundings is important for ensuring quick, smart, safe reactions to changing road conditions. If driving alone: Set up your navigation app [...]
Spring Travel Tip #7: Dress comfortably. This may seem like a no-brainer but when it comes to traveling long distances, dress comfortably! Sneakers keep your feet relaxed and enhance your control over your vehicle, allowing you to react quickly and properly to changes in traffic or road conditions. Avoid heels or flip-flops as these can get caught under [...]
Spring Travel Tip #6: Don't rely on cruise control. Cruise control was basically built for long distance drives. Not only does it improve your fuel efficiency and effortlessly maintain speed, it allows the driver an opportunity to sit more comfortably, rest their legs, and reduce physical strain. And yet, cruise control allows for lower concentration levels, making you [...]
Spring Travel Tip #5: Plan your route ahead of time. Driving from Buffalo, NY to Orlando, FL might save you money, but it's important to be smart about long distance driving. If you When you drive the same route every day you learn the location of dangerous potholes, stop signs, and traffic lights, where the road curves or splits, [...]
