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Battling Insurance Companies: Why is my New York lawsuit taking so long?

Our Long Island accident attorneys are experienced dealing with insurance companies and will help fight to get you the maximum compensation for your injuuries.

Choosing the Right Long Island DWI Attorney

If you've been pulled over for DWI, you might feel helpless and think there's nothing you can do-but that's not true. Contact our lawyers today to learn more.

Long Island Attorney’s Latest Outrage: Who Needs Money? Apparently Not the Government!

Long Island personal injury lawyer Neal Goldstein tells how surprisingly hard it is to pay the gov't for client's Medicare costs--and why this hurts everyone.

How Cell Phones Can Help Win a Personal Injury Case

Long Island personal injury lawyers Goldstein and Bashner detail how a cell phone camera can help you win an accident case.

Long Island Lawyer--How to Stay Safe in the Heat

Long Island Attorney offers advice for how to stay safe in the summer heat

Long Island and New York City Lawyer: Free Legal Support to Same-Sex Couples

Long Island and NYC personal injury law firm of Goldstein and Bashner will provide legal advice on a number of tort rights to gay couples planning to marry.

Long Island Gay and Lesbian Couples get Equal Rights in Personal Injury Cases

The Marriage Equality Act will change the landscape for personal injury lawsuits in New York and Long Island

How Long Island Boaters Can Avoid Accidents and Injuries

Boating can be an especially fun, yet dangerous summer activity. For the many boaters in the Long Island area, its important to be aware of certain safety tips before heading out on the water. Following this advice can help people to avoid boating related injuries and accidents.

Accidental Death for Long Island Worker, Battle Continues

In 2008, Black Friday turned deadly at one of Wall-Mart's Long Island locations. As crowds stormed the store's entrance in hopes of taking advantage of store wide sales, one Wall-Mart employee was trampled by the mass of shoppers and killed. Nearly two years later, Wall-Mart is still battling a 7,000 thousand dollar fine that was put upon the store following the accident.    

Wall-Mart claims that 'crowd trampling' was not a forseeable occupational hazard. In fact, Wall-Mart has gone so far as to spend over a million dollars in legal fees in order to fight the fine. Wall-Mart worries that if the fine sticks, then the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will be able to have increased oversight on the company during all future major sales events. But, I ask, why is this at all bad?

An employee died, so obviously Wall-Mart was doing something wrong. I fail to see how 'crowd trampling' is not reasonably forseeable. Anytime 2,000 super excited shoppers are lined up and ready to rush an entrance in search of bargain bottom deals, then logically some amount of danger presents itself. In this case, Wall-Mart failed to adequately protect its employees from seemingly obvious dangers.

Under labor laws, Wall-Mart is responsbile for providing its employees with a safe and hazard free work environment. Because Wall-Mart failed to meet this standard, they should be liable for paying the fine and they should be subject to increased oversight. At Goldstein and Bashner, we are dedicated to enforcing labor laws and protecting the rights and health of workers. Our attorneys have represented injured workers across the Long Island and New York areas for over 20 years. If you have been injured at work, you may be entitled to recover compensation for any damages that you sustained. Please contact our offices for a free case evaluation. 

Escaping New York This Summer? Tips To Be Safe and Smart

Passengers on-board of airplanes should fly safe and smart. Travelers should also be aware of their passenger rights. At Goldstein & Bashner, we want to see that travelers as well as other consumers are treated well. We help to represent victims of negligence throughout the New York and Long Island areas.

Three Things Not To Do This Summer on Long Island

Long Island accident lawyers advise the public not to ruin their summer fun by engaging in driving drunk, swimming without a lifeguard, and recklessly operating a boating vehicle. These three things should be avoided in order to enjoy a safe, happy, and healthy summer

Will New York and Long Island Restaurants Be Able To Sue BP For Oil Spill

Will the long term effects of the BP oil spill reach the New York and Long Island. Will the restaurant industry be impacted with higher costs and a decrease in fish because of the events in the gulf.

Three Websites You Can't Be Without If You Have A New York Accident Case

These three websites are a must if you have an accident case pending in New York. It will tell you much more than you generally here from your lawyer. These sites will give you up to date information on your lawyer and your case.

Accident Lawyers-What They Say Behind Their Client's Back!

Would you get angry if you heard your lawyer talking about you behind your back. Dont rush to judgement..Accident lawyers need to talk about you...Find out why

Valentine's Day Lawyer-Breaking Up Is So Hard To Do-Or Is It?

Having relationship problems with your lawyer. Tried everything to make it work? Ready to call it quits? Its pretty easy.Read on:

What Happens When Your Love Life And Lawsuit Intersect?

When you are injured your spouse may have a claim. Its not always easy to substantiate but it can be done and you better not be shy!

Father and Son Firefighters from Long Island Have Special Bond

While all our clients our special we have a special place in our hearts for the New York City and Long Island men and woman who fight fires. Over the years we have represented firefighters for all types of injuries and we are happy to share this special story.

Uniondale Personal Injury Lawyer- Even The Small Cases Count

Sometimes Personal Injury Lawyers have to take the smaller cases. Even though the injuries are minimal some people need to have their day in court.