Staten Island was first inhabited by hundreds of Native Americans thousands of years ago, long before Europeans arrived. The first visitor from the west was an Italian, and later, in 1609, Englishman Henry Hudson was sent by the Dutch to explore the island. The island...

In New York City, a car is both a luxury and a baneful responsibility. That is why only 23 percent of households own it in Manhattan and 43 percent in the Bronx. It's not much, but over three million vehicles pass through the Big...

Driving on city highways increases the chances of suffering a motor vehicle accident. There are many factors that make freeways more difficult to drive: heavy traffic, traffic jams, diverse road and weather conditions, dangerous stretches of the freeway, distracted and impaired drivers, etc. A...

Staten Island is arguably the most misunderstood district of New York. It is a small island full of curiosities, good food, natural beauty and cultural attractions. The easiest way to land there is either by the famous Verrazano Narrows Bridge by car or take...

Personal injury accidents happen daily. Whether it is a car accident, an injury at work, or even slipping on an icy sidewalk, personal injury accidents are very common. An injury can be a stressful time in anyone’s life. If you are involved in an...

Scaffolding is a temporary structure that is used by workers to move around at different levels of the construction site. It is dually a place for materials intended for the construction, repair or maintenance of buildings. Scaffolding accidents are common events, which may result in...