The process of dealing with a car accident in New York can be a daunting experience. This is especially true when a person wants to file a claim on their vehicle. If an accident you were in was reported to be the other person's fault, then their insurance company and...
Car Accidents
Treatments and recovery times for car crash head and neck trauma
Even a low-speed impact in New York could leave you with a concussion or whiplash. Many factors in a car accident influence the severity of head and neck injuries. You may recover from minor bumps and bangs in a matter of days or weeks. On the other end of the...
Traumatic brain injuries, their symptoms and causes
If you incurred head trauma as a result of a car accident in New York, chances are that it led to symptoms indicative of a traumatic brain injury. Some TBIs are mild, in which case they can be referred to as concussions, while others are serious and may require...
Car accidents may increase after sunset
Drivers are expected to use extra caution at times when visibility is low, such as when it is raining or foggy. One of the most dangerous times to be on the road is dusk, just as the sun is setting. The shadows can be confusing, and a driver’s eyes may have difficulty...
Long nights and liquor may lead to car accidents
Relishing the last few warm evenings that the summer and early fall has to offer is something that every New York resident deserves to do before the cool weather rolls in. But if you plan to take the wheel after staying out late or cooling off with one too many...
Teen driving crash deaths rise during 100 deadliest days
If you were seriously injured at the hands of a teen driver in New York, chances are that your own insurance company will be unable to cover all your losses. In that case, you may file a third-party insurance claim. Knowing about the 100 deadliest days Teens are...
Motorcycle accident leaves couple with serious injuries
While most accident victims may play important roles in their families and in their circles of friends, some who suffer injuries leave a gaping hole in their communities as they struggle to recover. When those accidents are the result of someone else’s reckless...
How attorneys can benefit victims of car accidents
The victims of motor vehicle accidents may turn to numerous professionals to help them through the difficult aftermath. These may include doctors, therapists, police and auto mechanics. What many in New York may not realize is that a legal professional may be a...
What no-fault auto insurance laws mean for you
When you get in an accident, you’re probably at once figuring out whose fault it was. Did you pull out in front of that car too quickly? Were they looking at their phone? In many New York accident cases, though, fault doesn’t come into play. New York’s No-Fault laws...
Understanding trends in distracted driving can keep you safe
Among the most dangerous parts of driving isn’t the state of the road; it is the other drivers. Distracted driving is a contributing factor to thousands of accidents every year. Distractions come in many forms, but the single biggest distraction is cell phone use....