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Seeking Justice for New York Auto Accident Injuries

Auto accidents can result in devastating injuries, leaving victims facing physical pain, emotional trauma, and financial strain. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident in New York due to another driver’s negligence, seeking justice is essential to hold the responsible party accountable and obtain the compensation you deserve.  Understanding Auto Accidents in New York Auto accidents in New York are common, and they can happen for various reasons, including […]

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Understanding New York’s No-Fault Insurance Laws

New York is one of several states in the United States with no-fault insurance laws. What is no-fault insurance, and what do you need to know if you’ve been injured in a car accident?  What is No-Fault Insurance? No-fault insurance is a type of car insurance that covers medical expenses, lost wages, and other expenses related to a car accident, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. This means that even if you […]

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Summertime: Beware of these Common NY Personal Injuries

As the days get longer and the sun warms up the city, more and more people are out and about soaking up all summer has to offer in New York. Unfortunately, pleasurable summer activities also make some personal injury accidents more prevalent during this season, so it’s important to know what the dangers are to keep you and your family safe. Here are some of the most common summertime personal injuries in New York – […]

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Hit and Run on Labor Day? You Have Rights

No matter how minor an accident may seem, certain steps must be taken to protect both parties legally after it happens. Hit-and-run accidents occur more than you may think – simply because it’s not a matter of who’s at fault. These accidents are more about how legal obligations can apply to anyone who may leave the scene. If you were involved in a hit-and-run this Labor Day weekend, here’s what you need to know about […]

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Were You One of Many NYers to Get in a Turkey Day Crash? What’s Next?

Thanksgiving is a time to connect with family and celebrate the many things we’re lucky to have in our lives. Unfortunately, there’s an uptick in auto accidents every year at Thanksgiving…and a death toll of more than 400. According to the National Safety Council, thousands more are injured. The deadliest combination, as you would expect, is the increase in road travelers plus the increase in alcohol consumption. This set of circumstances leads to tragic fatalities […]

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What You Should Know About Autonomous Vehicles in New York

In early August, Optimus Ride, an autonomous vehicle company, debuted it’s self-driving pilot program in Brooklyn. Six vehicles will operate in the Brooklyn Naval Yard. This industrial space is closed off from the public but houses over 400 companies and 10,000 employees. Because the space is considered private property, the vehicles do not have to deal with the chaos of NYC streets. Therefore, these cars avoid the unpredictability of both NY pedestrians and other vehicles. […]

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A NY Woman Crashed Because of a Spider — Is She Liable?

A spider is to blame for a recent car crash in Cairo, New York. A woman was reportedly spooked when the arachnid was discovered on the driver’s side of the vehicle, causing her to panic and crash. The victim of the crash is in “rough condition,” but okay according to a friend. The vehicle, unfortunately, sustained severe damage. Although this story is bizarre enough to make national news, it turns out that these sorts of […]

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Parking Lot Crashes: What New Yorkers Should Know

You probably don’t think of a parking lot as dangerous places to be – after all, the speeds are much lower than on the road, right? In reality, the high density of cars moving in all directions – combined with heavy pedestrian traffic – makes parking lots a breeding ground for crashes. In fact, about 20% of all car crashes occur in parking lots. Although most parking lot crashes are not high-impact, they may still […]

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Can Someone Else Be Negligent in a NY Single-Car Accident?

If you have a single-car accident, are you automatically to blame? Not necessarily. A skilled New York auto accident attorney can help you recognize it when another’s negligence may be responsible – and therefore liable for damages. Single-Car Accidents in New York These types of situations have caused thousands of single-car accidents in New York – and may have caused your accident as well. A pedestrian jumps out into your driving lane A person in […]

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NY State looks to New Technology to Stop Texting and Driving

Let’s be honest, you’ve probably sent a text message while driving at least once. Our phones have our whole lives on them, and they can be difficult to ignore while we’re stopped at a red light, or while on the move. It’s tempting to respond to messages while driving but more often than not, responding is illegal. 47 states have banned texting and driving in some form so far, and for good reason. Distracted driving, […]

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