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...
Most people in New York don't count using a GPS unit as distracted driving, but this behavior doesn't just distract you: It can actually be illegal under certain circumstances. Anything that pulls your attention away from the road can increase your risk of getting...
Accidents are becoming increasingly common in areas such as the Bronx, New York. Despite this, however, it is always important to get the necessary evidence to prove who is at fault. You need to understand the types of evidence for a vehicle accident. Accident reports...
Depending on the circumstances, you may seek compensation for damages from an Uber driver or the company’s insurance carrier if you suffer an injury in an Uber-involved accident. Which party incurs the actual liability may depend on whether the Uber driver was...
New York is a no-fault state when it comes to car accidents. What this means is that each party pays for his or her own damages after a crash. However, you may still have the ability to take the other party to court if he or she is responsible for the accident and the...
If you encounter an aggressive motorist on a New York road or highway, it is important to stay calm. Instead of engaging this person, make an effort to keep your distance from this individual while you call the police. Ideally, you will remain in your vehicle until...
Whether they spend more time driving or walking, New York residents should know that pedestrians are facing more and more risks and that the rise in SUVs may have a part to play in it. While deaths arising from motor vehicle accidents have been declining in recent...
Parents in New York and other parts of the country likely worry each time their teenager leaves home for a drive. Unfortunately, 3,000 teenagers each year never make it home after becoming involved in traffic accidents. Motor vehicle accidents represent the leading...
Given the prevalence of people who report experiencing some degree of fatigue while behind the wheel, you likely know just how impairing drowsiness can be while driving. For you (and most other motorists in New York), the solution may be simple: just pull off the road...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three types of driving distractions: cognitive, manual, and visual. Cognitive distraction occurs when you take your mind off driving, while manual distractions involve removing your hands from the...
