Many parents are scared to let their children play out on the streets. Stories about "stranger danger" have helped build this fear in parents, but it’s important to remember that child abduction is rare, especially by strangers. A far more pertinent reason to worry...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What factors can lead to fatigued driving?
The tendency of people to try to maximize every hour of every single day can lead to them skipping out on sleep or to over-scheduling activities. For those individuals, there’s a chance that they’ll get behind the wheel of a vehicle even though they’re suffering from...
Daydreaming is a common reason for serious car accidents
Serious car accidents happen every day in New York, with a wide variety of causes. Some drivers are impaired or intoxicated, while others are distracted by their cellphones. Still others are reckless or drive aggressively on purpose, not caring about the ramifications...
Why do some drivers dislike cyclists?
Many accidents involving cyclists happen because the drivers around them are acting aggressively. In some cases, this is because those drivers actively do not like cyclists and do not want to share the road with them. They become frustrated, annoyed and aggressive,...
Did a driver slam into your vehicle while distracted?
Distracted driving is an ever-growing problem on New York roads, leading to thousands of preventable accidents each year. Thankfully, if another driver recently slammed into your vehicle while they were texting, talking on the phone, adjusting their GPS or engaging in...
Were you injured while walking your dog?
Dogs are a popular pet choice for people in New York. One of the key benefits of having a dog is that it encourages you to take long walks. You should be able to enjoy your walk without fear of being injured by a vehicle. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents can...
What should you do if you disagree with an accident settlement?
Long Island and the rest of New York City are plagued by accidents, from relatively minor fender-benders to crashes that cause catastrophic injuries. Unfortunately, insurance companies can fail to pay up, leaving the injured without sufficient compensation to help...
Why rural roads can be dangerous places to encounter large trucks
New York has multiple interstate highways transversing the state. Drivers are likely to encounter numerous large commercial trucks on these busy roads. These massive vehicles can be intimidating, so many drivers do their best to give them plenty of room. They know...
Teen drivers have the highest fatal accident rate
Any driver can be involved in a fatal accident, but the statistics do show that there is a correlation between accident rates and age. Specifically, teenage drivers have the highest fatal accident rate out of any age group. They are a small age group, usually just...
What you should know about crosswalks in New York
Being a pedestrian in New York can be dangerous. You may encounter aggressive drivers with no regard for you or distracted/drunk ones who may fail to notice you. Consequently, New York makes several efforts to guarantee pedestrian safety, including giving you the...