Author Archives: Finkelstein & Partners

Summer Camp and Water Park Safety: What Families in Syracuse and Upstate New York Should Know

As summer arrives across Syracuse and the greater Upstate New York region, many families turn -->

Bicycle Laws and Safety in New York: What Riders Need to Know This Summer

As the weather warms across New York State, more people are turning to bicycles for -->

The “100 Deadliest Days”: What Hudson Valley and New York Drivers Need to Know

Each year, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is widely referred to by -->

Water Safety in New York: What Boaters and Jet Ski Operators Need to Know This Summer

From the Hudson River to the countless lakes and waterways that define upstate New York, -->

Outdoor BBQ and Grill Safety in New York: What Every Family Should Know

As temperatures rise across the Hudson Valley and throughout New York State, outdoor barbecues become -->

Wildlife on New York Roads: Why Deer, Coyotes and Other Animals Remain a Serious Safety Risk Statewide

Across New York State, drivers share the road not only with other vehicles but also -->

Understanding the AVOID Act: What New York Injury Victims Need to Know

New York’s legal landscape continues to evolve, and one of the most significant recent changes -->

Why Distracted Driving Remains a Serious Threat on New York Roads in 2026: What Drivers Need to Know

Distracted driving continues to be one of the most significant, and preventable, causes of injury -->

Bullying and School Safety in New York: What Parents Need to Know

Across New York State, families expect schools to provide a safe environment where children can -->

Winter in New York: Understanding the Risks of Slips, Trips, and Falls

Winter in the Hudson Valley brings picturesque landscapes but also creates hazardous conditions for pedestrians -->

Understanding the 2026 NY DMV Point System Changes

New York’s driver point system is changing in February 2026, and these updates could affect -->

Hochul’s State of the State Promises Crackdown on Auto Insurance Fraud

New York State Trial Lawyers Association President Andrew commented on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s recent state -->

Rideshare Safety: What Recent Reporting on Uber Means for You

In late 2025, a major investigative report in The New York Times shed new light -->

Why the Freestyle Libre Sensor Recall Matters to Patients and Families

In a landmark move to protect vulnerable nursing home residents, New York Attorney General Letitia -->

Toy Safety Tips Every Family Should Know This Holiday Season

As the holidays approach, many families in New York are shopping for toys and gifts. -->

Cruise Ship Safety Tips & Your Rights at Sea: What Travelers Should Know

According to a comprehensive study by the United States Coast Guard, operator inattention, improper lookout, -->

NYSTLA’s annual Fall Judicial Gala, honoring Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas and celebrating the newly elected judiciary.

NYSTLA President Andrew Finkelstein, Past President Victoria Wickman, Hon. Suzanne Adams, and AAJ Secretary Christopher -->

Thanksgiving Travel Safety in New York: What You Need to Know Before Hitting the Road

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, and 2025 is expected -->

New York’s Highest Court Upholds that in Some Circumstances Parents’ Emotional Suffering has no Value

In a recent decision, the New York Court of Appeals reaffirmed that under current New -->

New York’s Top Court Declines Invitation to Expand Allowable Recovery for Mental Suffering

Under the Empire State's top court's decision, New York law will continue to prevent recoveries -->

Worksite Fatality at NYC’s Gateway Tunnel Project Underscores Need for Stronger Safety Measures Across New York

A construction worker recently lost his life at the Gateway Tunnel project on Manhattan’s West -->