Staying Safe While Behind The Wheel
On behalf of Marcel Sager of posted in Car Accidents on Friday, January 12, 2018. With thousands of cars traveling New York roads every day, it is imperative that people understand how to react in situations where their safety is compromised by the unanticipated actions of others, environmental hazards and even weather conditions. When drivers are educated about what […]
Many Kinds of Car Accidents Up Across The Country
The United States Department of Transportation released its yearly report on traffic fatalities in late 2017, and the figures were, to say the least, concerning. While not every category of accident fatality increased, some saw the largest single-year increases in over 25 years. Regardless of the factors that contributed to each of these category increases, […]
Common Causes of Collisions
An automobile accident can be a traumatic experience. Here are some of the most common types of collisions and tips for preventing a serious accident. Head On Collisions The U.S Census Bureau reported that head-on collisions are the most dangerous type of motor vehicle accidents and often result in death or long-term disabilities. Reckless Driving […]
Try To Avoid Driving While Drowsy
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), conducted a study that found that in 2014, drowsy driving claimed the lives of 846 people. Currently, the NHTSA is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to draw awareness to the dangers associated with driving while drowsy in hopes that it will reduce the […]
Recovering Auto Accident Damages Under New York’s No-Fault System
For drivers in most New York vehicle accidents, injury claims are made against their own auto insurance policy. Under this no-fault law, it does not matter who was responsible for the collision. However, personal injury actions are allowed for claims involving serious injuries or death. Serious injuries include fractures, significant limitation of a body function, and […]
How Does New York Negligence Law Apply to Car Accidents?
Most people understand that their ability to recover compensation in motor vehicle accidents depends on who was at fault for causing the accident. This is true in all states. If you suffer a serious injury in a car accident, consult a Brooklyn car accident attorney and find out about your rights to recover damages. New […]