Category: Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists often sustain severe injuries in accidents. The violent and sudden trauma the body experiences are sometimes too much to handle. Head injuries are common, especially when riders get ejected from their bikes and land on the ground with significant force. When their head hits a hard surface, the impact

You should contact a lawyer immediately after a New York motorcycle accident. When you retain someone’s legal services, they can start building your case while you focus on treatment. If you don’t hire an attorney early on, it’s not too late. You can seek representation from a skilled New York

A helmet is mandatory while riding a motorcycle as an operator or passenger in New York. Since motorcyclists have no vehicle frames protecting them from the direct force of a collision, a helmet serves as a vital protection against the risk of deadly head injuries. Syracuse University argues that helmet laws

According to the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT), motorcycle accidents resulting in serious injuries or fatalities typically involve another vehicle. The NYC DOT’s study of motorcycle accidents in the city finds that visibility is often a contributing factor to these collisions. Other common causes of fatal motorcycle accidents

If you are injured in a collision while riding a motorcycle in New York, you might be wondering whether the state’s “no-fault” insurance laws will cover your injuries and damage to your bike. In most cases, the answer would be “no,” because Article 51 of the New York State Insurance

You may be eager to hit the road on two wheels, but before you venture onto New York streets, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with local laws and riding requirements. At Finz & Finz, P.C. our legal team wants to help you understand safe motorcycle riding in

Road rash is one of the most common injuries in motorcycle accidents. Without a seatbelt, riders get ejected from their bikes and slide across the pavement. Severe road rash can occur even in low-speed crashes. According to statistics published in the Bulletin of American College of Surgeons, there were 20,407

Have you lost a loved one to a motorcycle accident in New York City or on Long Island? If so, you have our deepest condolences. You likely have a lot on your mind right now as you process the aftermath of this tragedy. However, you should know that if someone

If you were injured in an accident in New York, you might be forced to deal with medical bills, lost wages, and other losses you never accounted for. If the accident was caused by someone else, you have the right to seek fair compensation from the at-fault party through a

Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of car accidents in New York and across the country. If you were seriously injured in a car accident that was caused by a distracted driver, you could be entitled to pursue compensation. To bring a successful claim or lawsuit against