Author Archives: Finkelstein & Partners
The Link between Fall Prevention and Elderly Independence
According to experts, fall down accidents are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries -->
Jul
Tired on the Job? It’s a Major Issue, Here’s Why
More than one in ten workplace injuries can be attributed to fatigue*. Being tired on -->
Jul
July 4th Firework Safety Tips
Many New Yorkers will conclude Independence Day celebrating with fireworks. It’s not a surprise the -->
Jul
Would you Know if your Child was Being Bullied?
According to experts, in 2016 more than 250,000 students ages 5 to 18 were bullied -->
Jun
Wishing Three Members of Our Team Well in Their Next Chapter
Today we celebrated three members of our F&P family and wished them well in their -->
Jun
Making a Difference After an Amputation
Driving is dangerous, cars are dangerous, we’ve all heard variations of this message. Yet, everyday -->
Jun
Families and Residents of Syracuse Nursing Home Seek Answers
UPDATE June 14, 2018: Less than a year after publishing the blog below, F&P Of Council -->
Jun
First Responders Day
Wednesday, August 1, 2018 – 16:00 267 Union AveSaratoga Springs, NY 12866 This year we’re -->
Newburgh Illuminated
Saturday, June 2, 2018 – 16:00 Broadway StreetNewburgh, NY 12551 We are pleased to announce -->
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Sadly, every year an estimated 5 million older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, -->
Jun
VA Finalizes Rule Paying Special Monthly Compensation to Some With TBI
You may have heard about the VA’s Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) or Aid and Attendance -->
Many Medically Discharged Vets Missing Out on Rating Upgrade
Congress ordered that the PDBR (Physical Disability Board of Review) established as part of the 2008 National -->
What You Should Know Before Using Your Home Generator
Those of us who call Upstate New York home are accustomed to severe weather that -->
May
Commit to Quit in Full Swing
This past week marked the second “Commit to Quit” anti-distracted driving community event of the -->
May
All Fans Can Get behind Yankee’s Anti-Bullying Message
The New York Yankees may not be your favorite MLB team, but they recently made -->
May
Managing Partner Andrew Finkelstein Presents Senator Bonacic with Champion of Justice Award
On Monday, April 30th Managing Partner, Andrew Finkelstein attended the New York State Trial Lawyer’s -->
May
The Shocking Reality of Working in the Retail Industry
Shocking but true: recent stats show the rate at which retail workers are injured or -->
Apr
Spring 2018: Distracted Driving Awareness
According to the latest statistics, motor vehicle fatalities are on the rise, and there is -->
Apr
Food Poisoning – Who is Liable?
It is safe to say that most people experience food poisoning at least once in -->
How is a Semi-Truck Accident Different from an Auto Accident?
It is obvious that semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers and other extra-large commercial vehicles are much larger -->