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  Long Island resident Pauline Aluska, 54, was hit and killed by a hit-and-run-driver in the Village of Lindenhurst, New York, as she went to visit the area of the highway where John Aluska, her older brother, was struck and killed by a hit-and-run motorist two years earlier. According to the New York Post, the Aluska family experienced even more tragedy, as the late siblings’ sister-in-law Diane Aluska was killed in May in the same

Public transportation is used everyday by thousands of people. However, like with all types of transportation, there is always the risk of accidents. Accidents on public transportation systems happen more often than you think and can result in serious injuries. If you were injured in a public transportation accident, you may be overwhelmed and unsure of what next steps to take. While some public transportation accidents are due to unforeseen circumstances, many others are due

Assisted living facilities provide a great option for elderly people who want to maintain their independence but can’t do certain tasks on their own anymore, such cooking or driving. Residents of assisted living facilities can enjoy many different activities, socialize with others and receive assistance whenever they need it. Assisted Living Facilities Come With Negatives It may be hard to believe, but abuse does happen in assisted living facilities. There have been several cases where

When you have had a real estate transaction fall apart or lost a personal injury or divorce case, you may feel like your attorney did not properly do their job and adequately represent your interests. While it can be frustrating and discouraging to have lost the case, you may file a claim against your attorney for legal malpractice. However, you need to keep in mind that not every mistake can be considered malpractice, and if

Motorcyclists are almost always at a higher risk than other vehicles on the road when it comes to accidents. Plenty of motorcyclists live in areas where winter weather is more temperate and therefore they may be more prone to keep riding their bikes throughout the colder months. Even if you live in a region where snow and ice isn’t as common, it’s still a good idea to be prepared for winter weather conditions when you’re

Having a bicycle crash on a carbon bike is not like having an accident on a steel or aluminum bike. Carbon frames and components Unlike steel or aluminum, carbon does not bend in crashes. While carbon is lighter, stronger, and more flexible, the bikes will shatter in a violent collision, hurling the rider to the road and exposing the rider to more serious injuries.  Further, even if the carbon does not shatter in a crash,

Workplace injuries are common in many different business settings, and the causes of these injuries can vary widely. Workers who have suffered injuries may understand the impact and strain that their jobs can have on their bodies. They may know that recovering from these injuries can be very difficult and can sometimes take a very long time. In some cases, workers who are injured on the job are not aware of their rights to file

Accidents can occur anywhere without prior warning. School-aged children engage in many activities that can result in injury, such as sporting events on the playground. In some instances, children suffer personal injury at the hands of bullies on school property. Below is an overview of personal injury law and how it relates to accidents at school. If your child has suffered an injury under this circumstance, it may benefit you to speak with a skilled personal

You are faced with many questions when starting your business.  One of those questions is what type of entity should my business be.  Many businesses choose to operate as a limited liability company.  Operating your business as a limited company offers several benefits over operating it as a sole proprietorship or a C-corporation. A limited liability company is a fairly new entity created in Texas law.  It has characteristics of both a corporation and a