What is the safest distance between cars at highway speeds in New York
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of motor vehicle accident in the country, accounting for over 2.5 million accidents a year. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (N.H.T.S.A.), rear-end collisions are responsible for nearly 29 percent of all car accidents annually. While all rear-end accidents can result in damages, these types […]
What to do if you are injured as a passenger in a car accident
Passengers of motor vehicles often have little control in preventing a car crash. It’s up to the motorist to take precautionary measures to avoid vehicle accidents. Sadly, when accidents do occur, it can be the passenger who bears the brunt of a driver’s error. When you or a loved one is injured in a […]
Construction Accident Injuries in New York
Accidents at the worksite, especially at construction sites are common across the United States and in New York. Numbers suggest that there were 5,333 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2019, a 2 percent increase from the 5,250 in 2018, and the highest since 2007. The fatal work injury rate was […]
Can I Sue After a FedEx or UPS Truck Accident?
Every New Yorker has noticed the influx of delivery trucks on Long Island and New York City since the pandemic. Online shopping services are booming. People are getting anything and everything delivered straight to their homes: groceries, clothing, medications, meals, and even cars! Unfortunately, as the rate of delivery vehicles on the road rises, so does your risk […]
Here’s How to Successfully Settle a Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Claim
Motor vehicle accidents, especially car accidents are common in the United States, and more so in New York. Every year, thousands of people are injured in these accidents, and many are fatal. Predictably, car accident injury claims led by car accident lawyers are also very frequent. However, it is also important to note that car accident claims […]
All You Need to Know About a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Medical care is best left in the hands of an expert. Even with a small ailment, we rush to a doctor because we know they’re the ones who can truly put our minds at ease. Doctors, innumerable times, support us through the toughest times for us and our families. It would be accurate to say […]
How to Properly Photograph the Evidence of an Automobile Accident
An automobile accident is one of the most common reasons for accidents and causes of injuries in the United States. Predictably, New York State, due to its volume of traffic, is home to a large number of vehicular accidents, including car collisions, motorcycle accidents, collisions involving bicycles, and even trucks. Unfortunately, an automobile accident can […]
What You Need to Know to Prepare for Holiday Driving
As we come closer to the end of this rather eventful year, it is time to celebrate with our loved ones and hope for a better 2021. A lot of people prefer to spend some exclusive time with their families and drive to a scenic vacation spot. But remember, November is the month of travel, […]
Common Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents
An accident with a semi-truck can cause severe injuries and even be fatal. In case of an accident, it is usually the person in the smaller vehicle (car, motorcycle, bicycle, etc.) who are at a higher risk of sustaining injuries largely due to the large size of the truck. A fully loaded commercial truck can […]
HALLOWEEN IN NY IS ON, BUT KNOW THE GUIDELINES FOR A SAFE HALLOWEEN
Last month Governor Cuomo announced that Halloween and trick-or-treating will not be canceled. Cuomo stated that although he would not stop anyone from celebrating this holiday, he is asking New Yorkers to follow guidelines and celebrate Halloween more safely. The New York Department of Health released Halloween guidelines that emphasize celebrations at home. Additionally, the […]