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Motorcyclists face a lot of risks when they take to the road. Sometimes, they become involved in an accident because of bad weather that causes roads to become unsafe, or they may be hit by a drunk driver. Many motorcyclists enjoy riding in rural areas and on long...
You consider yourself a safe driver, and you have the low premiums from your New York insurance agent to prove it. That said, you may encounter drivers who are not as careful as you, ones who will not hesitate to hit your car and keep driving without nary a glance...
In New York and in many other states across the nation, it is illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving. This legislation was put in place after the constant use of cellphones by drivers was linked to thousands of deadly car accidents throughout the country....
Car accidents can be terrifying, even more so if you or someone else in the car was severely injured. One minute you were cruising along, following the speed limit, paying attention to the road and listening to music. The next thing you know, you hear metal colliding...
Driving in New York can be frustrating, especially when caught in traffic. You may be rushing to get to work or are running late for an appointment when you are stuck behind a slow driver or in the middle of construction. Many people experience road rage when in these...
While safety measures taken toward a goal of Vision Zero—an initiative to eliminate all traffic fatalities by 2024—are reducing New York City pedestrian and motor vehicle deaths, bicycle fatalities are more than twice what they were last year. With 22 fatalities by...
Many people in the Bronx participate in ride-sharing services like Uber in order to produce a little bit of extra income. While rideshare services can be a quick way to make a few dollars, it is important to understand what happens after you are involved in an...
Trucks travel the New York roadways day and night. In and around the city, their presence can come with some undesired consequences. A collision with a truck can have catastrophic consequences. At Brian J. Levy & Associates, P.C., our team of professionals wants...
As bicycles and bike-sharing programs grow in popularity, you may notice an increase of traffic accidents occurring in the Bronx and in New York City. Some of the bikes that are available for borrowing as an alternative to taking public transportation are docked in...
Even with the widespread use of rideshares in New York City, not all Bronx residents who need a ride are sold on using a rideshare driver, with some preferring to call a taxi to get them to where they want to go on the grounds that taxis are safer. But according to an...