Category: Car Accidents

When drivers choose to drink and drive in New York, they put everyone at risk. Alcohol significantly impairs both judgment and motor coordination, increasing the chances of a drunk driving accident exponentially. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), even drivers with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02

New York’s no-fault laws can make it more difficult for you to obtain compensation for pain and suffering after a car accident. However, you should not let the complexity of New York’s personal injury laws prevent you from seeking fair compensation for the harm you’ve suffered after a car accident.

If you were injured in a car accident in New York City, you might have questions about your rights and obligations. One of the most common questions our attorneys get is whether not wearing a seat belt might adversely impact your car accident claim. In New York, as of last

Driving in inclement weather can present a variety of hazards to motorists, one of which is hydroplaning. Rainy conditions in New York can make roadways risky for motorists, and some drivers ignore those risks, which can lead to a hydroplaning accident. In other instances, roadway defects that the city failed

Back and neck trauma from car accidents frequently leaves victims with herniated disc injuries. A herniated disc can be debilitating, causing severe pain, impaired mobility, and other long-term damage. Victims usually face extensive rehabilitation, time off work, and costly medical expenses as they recuperate from their injury. If you’ve suffered

Gathering evidence is one of the most critical factors in establishing liability if you plan to file a personal injury claim after a car accident. While many types of relevant evidence could help support your case — including police reports, photos of the scene, physician’s testimony, witness testimony, and more

Witnessing a car accident can be shocking, particularly if it results in serious injuries or property damage. But if you’re a New Yorker, then chances are you’ll witness a collision at some point. The state of New York reported 447,021 crashes in 2019. Car accidents are especially common in major

Springtime and summertime mean road trips for many families in New York. While your travel plans may be a bit different this time around due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s still a good idea to go over some spring and summer driving safety tips. These tips may help spare you

A car accident can result in serious injuries, some of which might be long-term or permanent. Fortunately, in New York, we have a no-fault insurance system. This means that you can file an insurance claim for medical expenses, lost earnings, and other costs related to the car accident regardless of who

Each year, many New Yorkers look forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve with family and friends. Although we can’t predict how the 2020 holiday season will be affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting social distancing guidelines, data from prior years suggest that traffic on New Year’s Eve could be