New York experiences some pretty intense winter weather during most years. Most people who drive regularly in New York continue driving even during the most severe winter weather, even though sleet, snow and freezing rain can all make driving conditions incredibly...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What does it mean to get doored?
One type of cycling accident is known as “getting doored.” This can lead to severe injuries and may even be fatal. It’s also difficult for cyclists to avoid. Essentially, getting doored means running into a car’s door as someone opens it into the bicycle’s path....
Pickup trucks are getting larger, and that’s dangerous for everyone
Over the years, it’s clear that pickup trucks in the United States have been getting larger. For one thing, drivers are less likely to buy small or midsize pickups, choosing oversized vehicles instead. For another, the simple design of pickup trucks has gotten larger...
What causes distracted driving?
Distractions are everywhere. Parents get distracted in the morning when they’re preparing their children for school. Employees get distracted from their work when they see a new email from their boss. While these kinds of distractions can be annoying, they don’t...
Why it can be a risky to settle a claim after a car wreck
Many people involved in motor vehicle collisions in New York worry about paying to repair their vehicles, affording medical treatment and replacing lost opportunities to earn wages caused by the need to take time off to recover after their accident. If the insurance...
Injury symptoms can be delayed after an accident
Being involved in an accident may lead to an adrenaline rush since it's a traumatic situation. The hormone can partially or completely mask pain. Accordingly, you may believe you are fine, particularly if you don't have obvious injuries, such as cuts or burns....
Aggressive driving and road rage are on the rise
Given the number of things that can easily go wrong when there’s traffic, driving is already a hazardous activity – but the danger can be exponentially worse when you’re sharing the road with an aggressive or angry driver. You probably know the type: It’s the driver...
How safe are “third-row” vehicles?
Parents looking for a new vehicle may consider one with three rows of seats. While these are popular choices for larger families because they provide eight to nine seats, there’s little known about how safe these vehicles are compared to the traditional two-row...
How unpaid housework affects an injury claim after a wreck
A bicyclist struck by a negligent driver or someone injured by a impaired motorist might have serious injuries that cost more to treat than the at-fault party's insurance will cover. In New York, those harmed by the negligence or misconduct of another person could...
4 parties that can be liable for a truck accident
Truck accidents can be complicated. Besides a high possibility of serious injuries, it can be challenging to know the party liable for the accident. The driver may be responsible, but not always, and at times, more than one party may be liable. Establishing the...