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09/02/2026

09/01/2026

DISTRACTED DRIVING CAN CHANGE A LIFE IN SECONDS

A text. A GPS notification. A quick glance away from the road. In New York City traffic, even a moment of distraction can cause a serious crash.

If a distracted driver injures you, knowing your rights can make a major difference. Our NYC distracted driving accident lawyers answer important questions, including:

• What are the most common causes of distracted driving accidents in NYC?
• What is considered “distracted driving” under New York law?
• How can I tell if the other driver was distracted?
• What if I was also partially distracted or made a mistake?
• How long do I have to file a distracted driving claim in New York?
• What should I do immediately after a distracted driving accident in NYC?
• Do I really need a lawyer, or can I deal with the insurance company myself?
• How much does it cost to hire Greenstein & Pittari, LLP?

Click the link below for the answers.

If a distracted driver caused your accident, Greenstein & Pittari, LLP is ready to help.

Don’t Be a Victim Twice.
Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) for a free consultation.
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https://www.nyclawfirm.com/nyc-distracted-driving-accident-lawyer-common-causes-help/

08/31/2026

$875,000 SETTLEMENT FOR HARLEM SUPERMARKET SLIP AND FALL

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP secured an $875,000 settlement for a 35-year-old woman who was seriously injured after slipping and falling inside a Harlem supermarket where there was no wet-floor sign or other warning.

Our client suffered:

Spine injuries requiring multiple epidural injections
A significant knee injury requiring surgery

Attorney Valerie Hernandez, Esq. secured the $875,000 settlement on our client’s behalf.

If you are injured in a supermarket or retail store, do you know what steps can help protect your case?

Should you report the accident to store management?
Should you photograph the dangerous condition?
Should you get contact information from witnesses?
Should you preserve the shoes and clothing you were wearing?
How quickly can surveillance footage and other important evidence disappear?
What evidence can help prove a supermarket or store was negligent?
When can a store be held responsible for a dangerous condition?

Click the link below for the answers.

Injured in a supermarket, grocery store, bodega, pharmacy, or retail store?
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/greenstein--pittari-llp-secures-875-000-settlement-for-woman-injured-in-harlem-supermarket-slip-and-fall-accident-302864472.html?tc=eml_cleartime

08/30/2026

A Dog Bite Can Leave Lasting Injuries

A dog attack can happen in seconds, but the physical and emotional effects can last much longer. Victims may face serious wounds, infections, scarring, surgery, lost income, and lasting trauma.

If a dog owner failed to control an animal in Harlem, you may have the right to seek compensation.

At Greenstein & Pittari, LLP, we represent victims of dog bites and animal attacks throughout Harlem and NYC.

Have questions about your rights after a dog attack?

• What should I do after a dog bite near me in Harlem?
• Can I file a claim if the dog never bit anyone before?
• Who is responsible for a dog bite in Harlem?
• How long do I have to file a dog bite claim in Harlem?
• How much does it cost to hire a dog bite lawyer?

Click the link below for the answers.

Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) for a free consultation. Available 24/7.
Greenstein & Pittari, LLP
Don’t Be A Victim Twice.
https://www.nyclawfirm.com/harlem-dog-bite-lawyer-animal-attack-injury-cases-in-harlem-nyc/

08/29/2026

Talking to an Insurance Adjuster After an NYC Accident? Be Careful What You Say.

Insurance adjusters work for the insurance company, not for you. What you say, sign, or agree to after an accident can affect the value of your personal injury claim.

Common mistakes include:

Apologizing or accepting blame
Guessing about how the accident happened
Discussing injuries before you know their full extent
Giving a recorded statement
Signing documents without legal review
Discussing fault or liability

Have questions about dealing with an insurance adjuster?

Can I refuse to speak with an adjuster?
Should I sign a medical release?
What if my claim is denied?
Can adjusters use my words against me?

Click the link below for the answers.

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP helps NYC accident victims protect their rights and deal with insurance companies from the start.

Don’t Be a Victim Twice.

Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) for a free consultation.

No fee unless we win.
https://www.nyclawfirm.com/nyc-insurance-adjuster-tips-protecting-your-injury-claim/

08/28/2026

Could Your Child’s Social Media Use Be Causing Real Harm?

Excessive social media use has been linked to serious concerns involving depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, sleep disruption, and other mental health issues. But if you are considering legal action, concern alone may not be enough. Evidence matters.

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP explains what NYC parents should know about proving a social media addiction claim.

Questions we answer include:
• What does “social media addiction” mean in a legal case?
• What must you prove in a social media lawsuit?
• What types of evidence can help build a strong case?
• How can parents start documenting evidence today?
• Why does a medical or mental health diagnosis matter?
• How can lawyers prove a social media platform contributed to a child’s harm?
• What mistakes could hurt a potential case?
• When might you have enough evidence to file a lawsuit?

Click the link below for the answers.

If you believe social media has harmed your child, contact Greenstein & Pittari, LLP for a confidential case review.
• Free consultation
• No upfront costs
• No fee unless we win
• Serving families throughout New York City and surrounding communities

1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462)
Don’t Be a Victim Twice.
https://www.nyclawfirm.com/how-to-prove-social-media-addiction-in-a-lawsuit-nyc-parents-guide/

08/27/2026

Meta Agrees to $18 Billion Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims

A major development in the fight over the alleged harmful effects of social media on children and teenagers.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to a settlement with state attorneys general reportedly involving approximately $18 billion and significant changes to how teenagers can use its platforms.

The states alleged that Meta's platforms were designed in ways that could be addictive and harmful to children and contributed to serious mental-health consequences. Meta denies the allegations and any liability.

Under the settlement, Meta has reportedly agreed to new protections for teenage users, including:

A default two-hour daily Facebook and Instagram limit
Parental permission to disable the time limit
Restrictions on nighttime use
Stronger age-verification measures
Likes hidden on teens' posts by default
An option to choose a non-algorithmic feed
The ability to disable autoplay
Additional parental safety tools

Why does this matter for parents?

Lawsuits across the country are alleging that children and teenagers have suffered serious psychological and emotional injuries connected to compulsive social-media use and allegedly addictive platform features.

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP handles claims involving children and families who have suffered serious harm, including cases involving alleged social-media addiction.

If you believe your child has suffered serious harm related to excessive or addictive social-media use, contact us to discuss whether you may have a claim.

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Don't Be A Victim Twice.
1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462)
Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.

The settlement came after Instagram’s Adam Mosseri testified in California on Tuesday. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg had also been expected to take the stand.

08/27/2026

Were You Sexually Abused While Confined in a New York Juvenile Detention Center or Youth Facility?

Survivors may have legal rights even if the abuse happened years ago or was never reported at the time. Depending on the circumstances, claims may involve the abuser as well as governmental agencies, private organizations, or institutions that failed to protect children in their care.

Questions survivors often ask:
• Why does sexual abuse occur in juvenile detention facilities?
• Which New York juvenile detention facilities have been the subject of publicly reported sexual abuse allegations?
• Who may be legally responsible for sexual abuse occurring at a juvenile detention facility?
• What is grooming, and why is it significant in juvenile detention sexual abuse cases?
• Why choose Greenstein & Pittari, LLP?

Click the link below for the answers and to learn more about your legal rights.

Free and confidential consultation.
Greenstein & Pittari, LLP
Don’t Be a Victim Twice.
1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462)
https://www.nyclawfirm.com/were-you-sexually-abused-at-a-new-york-juvenile-detention-center/

08/26/2026

Can You Sue NYC for Potholes and Dangerous Road Defects?

A pothole, broken pavement, defective traffic signal, or other dangerous roadway condition can cause a serious accident. But holding New York City responsible is more complicated than an ordinary car accident claim.

Our latest guide answers important questions, including:

• What does the NYC Department of Transportation do?
• Can the NYC Department of Transportation be held liable for a car accident?
• What dangerous road conditions can create liability?
• How do attorneys prove the NYC DOT was negligent?
• What defenses does the NYC DOT commonly raise?
• What evidence is most important in an NYC DOT case?
• What compensation may be available?
• Why is it important to contact an attorney quickly?
• Why choose Greenstein & Pittari, LLP?

Click the link below for the answers.

If you were injured because of a pothole or dangerous NYC roadway condition, call Greenstein & Pittari, LLP for a free consultation.

1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462)
Don’t Be a Victim Twice.

https://www.nyclawfirm.com/can-you-sue-nyc-for-potholes-and-road-defects/

08/25/2026

Legionnaires’ disease can be life-threatening, and exposure may be linked to contaminated water systems in apartment buildings, hospitals, nursing homes, hotels, schools, and other Harlem properties.

If you or a loved one developed Legionnaires’ disease after an exposure in Harlem, you may have important legal rights.

Have questions? Click the link below for the answers:

Why is Harlem at risk for Legionnaires’ disease?
What is Legionnaires’ disease and how does someone become infected?
Who is most at risk for severe Legionnaires’ disease?
How does Greenstein & Pittari investigate Legionnaires’ disease cases?
Who may be held liable?
What compensation may be available?
Why should I contact an attorney immediately?
How much does it cost to hire Greenstein & Pittari, LLP?

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP represents injured New Yorkers and offers free consultations. There are no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462).

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