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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.
As you likely already know, New York subscribes to a rather unique car insurance system. While most states follow a traditional tort model – in which an injured motorist files a third-party liability claim against the insurance policy covering the driver at fault for an accident – New York is
The dog days of summer are finally giving way to Autumn, and soon, trees around New York will display deep shades of orange, vibrant red, and glittering gold. Although most people associate New York with the Big Apple and skyscrapers brushing the sky, the state also boasts impressive fall foliage.
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
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
Finz & Finz, P.C. is honored to announce that we earned several of the top personal injury settlements throughout New York State in 2022. One settlement was one of the largest 10 in the State, two were in the top 20, and nine were in the top 50. The announcement
Class is back in session in New York for kids and parents alike, so what better time for a refresher course on back-to-school safety? The New York personal injury attorneys with Finz & Finz, P.C. want to do our part in keeping our community safe, which is why we’ve provided
Recent Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) estimates suggest over 415,000 police-reported crashes involving large trucks in the United States. More than 101,000 of those crashes left Americans injured, while 4,444 of those collisions proved fatal. Being injured in a crash with a large truck can be a life-altering event. With
Car accidents happen for numerous reasons, from common distractions to bizarre, out-of-the-ordinary circumstances. However, in New York City, local law enforcement sees some of the same contributing factors in significant car accidents time and time again. At Finz & Finz, P.C., we want to help you understand the top contributing
Car accidents are a serious matter in the bustling city of New York, affecting hundreds of people every day. Not only can they lead to devastating injuries or even fatalities, but they can also result in extensive property damage, significant emotional distress, and intense legal battles. Read on as we