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How Cheap Channelizer Posts Turned NYC’s Bike and Pedestrian Lanes into Safety Hazards

New York City, like other cities, is increasingly pushing for traffic changes that accommodate for more pedestrians and cyclists. What most don’t realize is that these changes are being made so cheaply, that they leave the streets more of a hazard for pedestrians than before. We’ve all seen it, those yellow or white posts that … Read more

New York Police Sergeant Kills Motorcyclist: An Awfully Familiar Problem

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Some of the most disheartening news stories come when we see the reckless and negligent behavior of police officers cause serious injury or death to the people they’ve sworn to protect. The law affecting motorcyclists gets complicated when Police Officers exercise their right to use due force to stop a fleeing motorcycle. As you will … Read more

What Can I Do if a Large National Law Firm Rejects My Case? The Local Lawyer Dilemma

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Across the nation, hundreds of thousands of case files make their way into representation of the most highly advertised and highly funded injury law firms. These are law firms you’ve heard of; ones with catchy jingles, posters, and adverts that aim to meet as many eyes as possible. For this reason, when individuals sustain injury, … Read more

New York Ceiling Collapse Lawyers – Your Guide to Recovery

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New York is a city widely known for the beauty and grandeur of its skyline. However, behind the magnificent display lies a threat many New Yorkers are unaware of: ceiling collapses. When the ceiling collapses in an apartment, workspace, restaurant, or other indoor location, serious injury is an unfortunate common result. In our evaluation of … Read more

L&S Retained to Represent Victim of the NYC Garage Collapse on Ann Street

Manhattan Garage Collapse — What you Need to Know Manhattan was shaken this week by the collapse of a large parking garage — here’s what you need to know: The Ann Street Garage has been the subject of scrutiny from city inspectors for decades. Nearly two decades ago, city inspectors cited the property owner for … Read more

Everything You Need to Know About VA Benefits and Compensation As a Camp Lejeune Victim

Decades following the news that North Carolina military base, Camp Lejeune, knowingly had toxic drinking water on-site, the U.S. government is finally extending its compensation options for exposed victims. Between VA disability benefits, healthcare coverage, and—as of August 2022—federal lawsuits, military personnel, civilians, and family members affected by the contaminated water now have access to … Read more

Navigating the Legal Maze: How to Find the Right Camp Lejeune Attorney

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For the estimated 1 million people affected by Camp Lejeune’s water contamination, the decision to pursue legal action can be complex, emotionally overwhelming, and even life-altering. With the right legal representation, however, you can navigate any claim-related complexities and find the support you need to effectively assert your rights under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act … Read more

A Historical Overlook of Camp Lejeune

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As the second-largest Marine Corps base in the United States, Camp Lejeune has had a notorious history unlike any other military training facility to date. From its early days as a WWII training point to its 30-plus-year water contamination crisis, the historical timeline of the military base has affected countless veterans and civilians — leaving … Read more

How to File a Wrongful Contamination Lawsuit in New York

Leav & Steinberg LLP can assist you with your wrongful contamination lawsuit in New York.

On August 10, 2022, the Biden Administration signed the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CJLA) into law. The CJLA allows military members and their families to sue and recover damages due to exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. This act extends to military members and their families stationed at Camp Lejeune … Read more

How the PACT Act Can Help Veterans Exposed to Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune

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After decades of attempting to compel the federal government to correct the water toxicity issue at Camp Lejeune, the Biden administration signed the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act into law in August 2022. The PACT Act allows veterans to file Camp Lejuene water contamination claims that the VA previously denied due to eligibility … Read more