Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents

How Much is My Car Accident Case Worth?

If you or a loved one suffered a “Serious Injury” in a car accident because of another driver’s negligence, you will certainly have questions about whether the injury satisfies New York’s “Serious Injury” threshold and if so, what type of compensation and amount of compensation you can expect to possibly receive.   It is crucial for … Continued

Determining What Caused Your Accident With A Heavy Truck

Truck accident causes may number more than one in your case. Truck drivers and trucking companies of all sorts are required by law to follow strict federal and state regulations. As detailed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation, trucking companies and their drivers must adhere … Continued

Common Mistakes To Avoid After An Accident

What Not To Do After A Car Accident These Common Mistakes Should Be Avoided After Any Accident Don’t talk to another driver’s insurance company before us, and don’t ever give a recorded statement before speaking with an experienced lawyer. Why? The other insurance company is hoping to find evidence to allow it to pin some … Continued

Accidents Caused by Texting and Distracted Driving in New York

How to Recover Compensation After a Distracted Driving Accident Many things can distract a driver: Eating Changing the radio station Applying makeup Talking on the phone Reading Arguably, the most dangerous distraction of all is texting while driving. Accidents caused by texting and distracted driving are among the leading causes of serious car accident injuries. … Continued

Safety tips for sharing the road this summer 

As seasons change, so do road conditions ⁠— winter snow brings on slick roads and spring rain brings on visibility challenges. Although summer weather can

Bicycle accident claims the life of a local 13-year-old

A tragic bicycle accident in a suburb of Rochester took the life a of 13-year-old boy. Those who knew the teen described him as intelligent and talented in many

The types of car accident damages that can help victims

Car accident victims can suffer a variety of serious and catastrophic injuries. Serious injuries can include brain injuries, broken bones and other types of

Statistical analysis shows rise in truck accidents in 2019

New Yorkers sharing the road with large trucks will likely be concerned about the possibility of a collision. Since these vehicles are so massive, travel long

What are Hours of Service Regulations for Truck Drivers?

Drowsy driving is a cause of motor vehicle accidents all throughout New York, and drowsy driving does not only affect individuals operating their own personal

Serious Injuries May Result from Motor Vehicle Accidents

Serious motor vehicle accidents affect too many New Yorkers each and every year. For some, the injuries they sustained in car accidents may impact their quality