Most of us have loose items in our car. A purse, laptop, backpack or cell phone can sit in our car for a day or more while we drive from place-to-place. It seems innocuous enough, but the fact of the matter is that these loose items can pose a significant threat to...
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
Four ways to deal with comparative negligence in a car crash case
The damages suffered in a New York car accident can be significant. You may experience overwhelming pain and suffering, limited mobility, mental anguish, psychological turmoil and financial instability as a result of your crash. Dealing with all of that can be...
Your online activity can affect your personal injury claim
As you recover from a car accident that left you with severe injuries, it may be natural to feel the need to share your experience on social media. Is this a harmless act? Not necessarily. In the digital age, seemingly innocent online activity can significantly affect...
3 long-term effects of auto accident injuries
Motor vehicle accidents can have long-lasting consequences. If you are a victim, you may experience physical injuries, emotional scars and financial challenges that can affect you for the rest of your life. While the immediate aftermath of an accident may seem...
Comparing liability in accidents: Rideshare vs. traditional taxi
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become incredibly popular in today’s fast-paced world. They offer convenient transportation at the tap of a button. However, they also come with unique legal challenges, mainly when accidents occur. If you have ever wondered...
How to get the most out of your personal injury settlement
The vast majority of personal injury cases end up resolving through settlement. While that can be a good thing, increasing your chances of obtaining compensation quickly, it also puts you at risk of rushing through your case and securing less than you need and...
Can I recover damages for my mental health condition?
While a car accident can result in serious physical injuries, the harm caused to victims doesn’t stop there. In fact, many of these individuals end up suffering from corresponding mental health conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and...
Pennsylvania passes new law to combat risk of distracted driving
One of the most frequent causes of auto accidents is distracted driving. Distractions come in many varieties, but many accidents involve drivers who were looking at their smartphones instead of at the road. Given the aftermath of these accidents, law enforcement,...
How fearful about safety should motorcyclists and bicyclists be?
As summer is finally in full swing in New York State, more people are choosing to take to the roads on motorcycles and bicycles. This is particularly true on the scenic roads in upstate New York. Despite the positives that accompany enjoying the freedom of riding a...
Scope of dangerous driving behaviors evident during safety blitz
Driver behavior is one of the primary catalysts for auto accidents in New York. Legislators, law enforcement and safety advocates are aware of this and strive to make the state roads safer with various initiatives. Recently, several steps have been taken to prevent...