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Crashed car - how to get your New York accident report

One of the first things you should do following a car accident in New York is call the authorities. Law enforcement and emergency services can help control the accident scene, render medical assistance, and gather vital information, especially if you are too injured to exchange information with the other driver.

New Yorker with an arm injury - understanding the PIP claims process in New York

There are two distinct car insurance models in the United States. The first is a traditional fault-based insurance model. The other is the no-fault insurance structure. New York is one of a handful of states in the country that subscribes to the no-fault insurance system. With no-fault insurance, when you

car accident in new york - workers' compensation and car accidents

If you were injured in a car accident while performing a work-related activity, you may be eligible to pursue compensation through a workers’ comp claim and personal injury lawsuit. Because of the intricacies of the laws that are triggered when an employee is injured in a car accident while on

child with Erb's Palsy - causes and consequences of Erb's Palsy

If your child has been diagnosed with Erb’s Palsy, you’re likely dealing with emotional distress, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about your child’s future. If this condition resulted from medical negligence during childbirth, you have the right to seek justice and compensation for your family’s pain and suffering. Finz &

truck accident - the Serious Injury Threshold in new york

Commercial trucks are large, bulky vehicles weighing up to 80,000 pounds. When one of these vehicles collides with a smaller passenger car, the results can be catastrophic. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that at least 71 percent of those killed in commercial truck collisions are the occupants of

truck in NYC - where trucks can and cannot drive in NYC

New York City is a bustling metropolis where city streets are tight and moving through traffic can be exhausting. While commercial trucks are vital to providing New York City residents with the goods they need and the services they crave, these 21st-century behemoths are often too large for the city’s

pedestrian accident in new york - pedestrian accident insurance coverage

Pedestrian accidents are among the leading causes of serious injuries in New York State. Every year, 15,000 people are injured, 3,000 are sent to the hospital, and 300 are killed in collisions with motor vehicles, per the New York Department of Health. The average passenger vehicle weighs around 3,000 pounds, enough

Motorcycle after an accident on the road

Because motorcycle riders have little to protect themselves from the force of a collision, they are more susceptible to injuries or even death in a crash. While many factors play a role in motorcycle accidents, the majority result from the same handful of causes. What Are the Main Causes of

New York’s commercial trucking industry is highly regulated by state and federal agencies. Drivers need special licenses to demonstrate their qualifications and training before they can operate a vehicle commercially. Most tractor-trailer operators are consummate professionals who work hard to transport goods across the country safely. But sometimes, unlicensed or