Electric bicycles have become an increasingly common way to commute, exercise and travel around the Hudson Valley. From the streets of Poughkeepsie and Newburgh to residential roads and cycling routes throughout Dutchess, Orange and Ulster counties, e-bikes offer convenience and mobility. But when an electric bicycle collides with a car, truck or pedestrian, the consequences […]
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Halloween brings children and families onto neighborhood streets throughout the Hudson Valley. As trick-or-treaters walk between homes, cross residential roads and gather near local businesses, drivers face changing traffic conditions, reduced visibility and an increased need to watch for pedestrians. Unfortunately, a collision between a vehicle and a child can have devastating consequences. Children are […]
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Pedestrian and bicycle accidents can leave victims with devastating injuries, permanent disabilities or, in the worst cases, fatal consequences. Across the Hudson Valley, residents share roads with cars, pickup trucks, SUVs and commercial vehicles, sometimes in areas where sidewalks, protected bicycle lanes and safe pedestrian crossings are limited. A recent investigation by the Times Union, […]
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A dog attack can happen in seconds, but the consequences may last for years. A bite can cause deep wounds, permanent scarring, nerve damage, infection, emotional trauma and expensive medical treatment. For children, older adults and people who suffer severe facial injuries, the effects can be especially serious. When a dog injures someone in New […]
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O’Connor & Partners, PLLC is proud to announce that several of its attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers® for their work in plaintiffs’ personal injury and medical malpractice litigation, including Joseph O’Connor’s selection among the Top 50 Attorneys in Upstate New York. Recognition from Super Lawyers® is an important professional distinction for attorneys practicing […]
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You walk into a store in Kingston to pick up a few things. A few minutes later, you are on the floor with a badly injured ankle. Or perhaps you are walking through a parking lot when you trip over broken pavement. At first, you may not think much about what caused the fall. You […]
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