How to Prevent Yard Work Injuries This Spring

 Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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It's finally spring!  Ready to spend some time outdoors?  Here are a few tips to help you prevent personal injury as you clean up your yard for spring.

Springtime Safety Tips:  

• Stretch First - Spring yard work involves using a lot of muscles that you might not have used all winter long.  Stretch first and take it easy when cleaning up leaves, mowing the lawn, and getting your yard ready for the warm weather.
• Know Your Plants - Before you pull any weeds this spring, make sure you are able to identify poison ivy, sumac, oak and other toxic plants.  If you do get any rashes, know how to treat them to reduce the irritation.
• Read Instructions Carefully - Many people sustain injuries from trimmers, lawn edgers, pruners and power saws.  Make sure you read the instructions carefully before use and check the product for damage.
• Wear Protective Clothing - Wear protective clothing when you handle pesticides and fertilizers.

Check out this article for more spring safety tips.  If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office.  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Weekend Events on Long Island

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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The snow may have kept you from going out last night, but there are still fun things to do across Long Island this weekend.  Here are a few ideas to keep you busy!

My Sinatra
This is a Sinatra tribute show starring Cary Hoffman.
When: Saturday, 3/21, 8pm
Where: Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 E. Main St., Patchogue
Cost: $28-64

St. Patrick's Day Parade
St. Patrick's Day may be over, but there are still several parades happening across Long Island this weekend.  
Where: Long Beach Road, Rockville Centre
When: Sunday at noon
Cost: Free

Hamptons Restaurant Week
Restaurants on the North Fork and South Fork are offering three-course prix-fixe menus this weekend. 
When: Sunday
Where: East End restaurants
Cost: $27.95

Check out this article from Newsday for more fun weekend events!

As always, contact our office if you are in need of any legal expertise this spring. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Tips to Help You Avoid Pot Holes and Car Damage

 Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Be careful when driving to and from work this week.  Now that the weather is warming and the snow is melting, potholes are becoming a serious problem.  Not only can they cost you money in repairs, but they can also be dangerous as drivers swerve to avoid them.  Here are a few tips to help you avoid damage.

Driving Tips:

• Keep Tires Inflated - A tire can pop if the wheel rim pinches against the jagged edge of a pothole.  Keep your tires properly inflated to avoid issues.
• Watch for Puddles - On rainy days and as snow melts, beware of puddles.  They can be deep potholes filled with water!  Keep an eye out - especially at night.
• Drive Slowly - Reduce your speed when driving so that if you do hit a pothole, you will be less likely to have damage to your vehicle.
• Don't Swerve - While swerving might be your instinct, you could hit the pothole at an odd angle, causing more damage to the tire, wheel rim and alignment.

Check out this article for more tips on how to avoid potholes.

The Department of Transportation has filled more than 145,000 potholes since mid-December. If you notice a pothole, you can report it online or by calling 311.

Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Weekends Events and Happenings on Long Island

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Happy Friday!  Are you ready for the weekend?  Here are a few of the many events happening across Long Island to keep you busy all weekend long.

Weekend Events:

Jay Leno Tour Stop

Where:  NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd.

Cost: $59.50

When: Friday, 3/13 at 7pm

The American comedian, actor, writer, producer, voice actor and television host Jay Leno will make an appearance for a performance at NYCB Theatre tonight.

Herb-Planting Workshop

Where: 6050 Northern Blvd., East Norwich

Cost: FREE

When: Saturday, 3/14 at 11am and 1pm

Martin Viette Nurseries is continuing their lecture series with a free indoor workshop and how to grow herbs.

Irish Festival

Where: 6050 Northern Blvd., East Norwich

Cost: $6 (free for children under 12)

When: Sunday, 3/15 from 11am - 5pm

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day a little early this weekend with Hofstra University.  There will be live bands, Irish step dancers, craft vendors, and authentic Irish foods like corned beef and soda bread.

If you are in need of legal expertise this March, contact our office. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at One of These Irish Restaurants on LI

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner. Get in the spirit by visiting one of these local Irish restaurants on Long Island. Here are a few to choose from!

Irish Restaurants:

Finn MacCool's
Where: Port Washington
This restaurant/bar serves classic Irish-American foods, including shepherd's pie, Irish nachos and Irish cobb salad!

Jackie Reilly's
Where: Bethpage
This restaurant has live bands that play every weekend. Their Irish dishes include bangers and mash, shepherd's pie and gaelic-style steak.

Lily Flanagan's Irish Pub
Where: Babylon
This pub offers both dining and dancing. If you are visiting the pub for eating, Newsday recommends the Gaelic chicken, shepherd's pie or their burgers.

Sullivan's Quay Restaurant and Bar
Where: Post Washington
This local pub is a casual place to enjoy some Irish food. The restaurant and bar offers corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, and cornmeal-crusted fried catfish.

Check out this Newsday article for a full list of the best Irish restaurants on Long Island.

If you are in need of legal expertise this March, contact our office. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

How Can You Prevent a Slip and Fall Injury

 Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Snowy and icy sidewalks can make it difficult to get to and from your car, home or workplace.  Since we have another snowy evening, here are a few tips to help you prevent slip and fall injuries.  Of course, if you do end up slipping, we're here to help.  Our attorneys will make sure that you receive the compensation you are entitled to.

Preventing Slip & Fall Injuries:

• Take It Slow - We are always in a rush to get to where we need to be.  On snowy days, take your time.  Pay attention to wear you are going to help prevent slipping on an icy patch.
• Point Feet Outwards - This will help make sure that you have traction while walking.
• Wear Proper Footwear - Wear shoes that are designed to help you gain traction on slippery surfaces if you know that it's going to be an icy day.

Read more about how to prevent slip and falls here.  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Receiving Auto Accident Compensation

 Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

It looks like we will be expecting more snow and ice this week. Unfortunately, inclement weather also increases your risk of experiencing an auto accident. Take precautions and keep an eye out for icy patches on the roads when driving!

If you do find yourself in an auto accident this winter, know that we are here to help you take the best actions for your welfare.  

Our attorneys have nearly three decades of experience negotiating with insurance companies and taking car accident cases to court to ensure that clients get full and fair compensation.

We handle every type of car accident case, including:

• Head-on crashes
• Rear-end collisions
• Hit-and-run crashes
• Car accidents caused by drunk drivers
• Trucking accidents
• Collisions with motorcycles
• SUV rollovers

In the unfortunate event you experience an auto accident, our attorneys are here to help make sure that you receive proper compensation. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.