Pretty much all New York drivers have been warned about the dangers of drinking and driving. However, another common culprit of motor vehicle accidents is drowsy driving. It's important that every driver understand how being drowsy affects their driving abilities and...
In New York, you have a limited period of time to file a claim after a vehicle accident. If you miss the deadline, you may not receive fair compensation for your losses. The name for the time limit is called the statute of limitations. State of limitations for New...
If you have a long or busy commute to work each day, meeting your job's demands isn't the only stressful part of your day. The US Census Bureau asserts that more and more Americans have a work commute that is 90 minutes or more each day. You could face several safety...
Distractions are so common on the roads that it is not unusual for you to see or hear about car accidents involving them. Whether you are a novice or seasoned driver, no amount of comfort or familiarity is worth risking your life or endangering others due to...
Drivers are responsible for the vast majority of car accidents in New York. However, a passenger could cause an accident just as easily as a driver. If a passenger tries to take control of the vehicle or interferes with its operation in a significant way, the law...
New York car accidents don't always involve collisions between vehicles. Pedestrians might become victims of a crash. A momentary mistake may lead a driver to hit someone crossing the street or elsewhere. Pedestrians benefit from being cautious while near traffic, but...
Millions of people in New York and around the country drive their canine companions to dog parks or veterinary clinics every day, but few of them bother with an animal restraint system. Dogs are unpredictable creatures that often react with enthusiasm to things they...
While motorists cannot always tell when another driver is impaired, you should be able to spot the signs of drunk driving. Keeping your distance in this situation may help you avoid a serious auto accident. These are the red flags that often indicate an impaired...
Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the way people in New York travel, but the worst sometimes happens, and the ride-hailing car is involved in an accident. At that point, there are some key actions that passengers need to take. Steps to take...
Survivors of serious truck accidents often have to deal with physical and emotional stress. Sometimes, the most stressful part is filing a claim because crash victims don't know who is liable for the accident. Determining liability in a trucking accident should be...
