It's almost winter and that means it's almost ski season for many snow lovers all around the country. Here in New York State, we are lucky to have a number of world class ski mountains and resorts within driving distance of New York City which are perfect for weekend getaways to escape the city and make use of this cold and snowy weather we experience every year.However, skiing and snowboarding leads to many accidents and injuries and these can result from numerous causes. It[...]

As the family member of a nursing home resident in New York, you may feel as if you are the only one making sure your loved one is receiving the proper level of care. We at the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny understand that this can be a heavy burden, particularly if you have other responsibilities that also require your time. The New York Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman wants residents, family members and[...]

The blizzard that all the weathermen predicted became a reality this past weekend, when the clouds dumped more than two feet of snow in the New York area, blanketing the busy streets and leading to nonexistant traffic, pedestrians, and other sights typical of this area. While many of us may think the snow is beautiful and peaceful when it is falling, it becomes a huge hassle once its all fallen and we are left to deal with it[...]

Food trucks are all the rage lately. On practically every corner in New York City on a given day, food trucks cater to workers on their lunch breaks. Smorgasboard, the weekend food phenomenon in Williamsburg, has made its existence all about food trucks. Sadly, the rise of food truck popularity has also led to hazards such as explosions and truck fires. Last year, a Philadelphia food truck exploded while parked in a neighborhood, causing 13 injuries and two[...]

Snow and ice lead to slippery conditions, and these always create the opportunity for slip and fall injuries to occur. It is crucial to know, especially in New York where apartment and office buildings rule the streets, who is responsible to shoveling sidewalks, distributing salt for the ice, and maintaining safe conditions for cars and pedestrians. The New York City Sanitation Department mandates that a clearance of a 48" wide path is created in the snow and ice[...]