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What Happens When the NYC Driver Who Injured Me Dies?

Automobile accidents are traumatic experiences for everyone involved. With the advances made in automobile safety features, however, those in cars and trucks involved in accidents are safer than ever. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for pedestrians that are struck by a motor vehicle. Pedestrians are lacking in safety features to protect them from injury in case of an accident. Often those who are struck by vehicles, if they survive, are left with life-altering, costly, […]

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Watch Out! Cooped-Up New Yorkers Head for the Hills… Er, Hamptons?

New Yorkers have been cooped up for too long and nowhere is that more apparent than the spike recently seen in vacations rentals in the Hamptons. Many landlords have reported a spike in rentals over previous years and even rentals that cover the entirety of the summer, rather than a week here or there. It’s easy to understand why New Yorkers love the Hamptons. This collection of hamlets, villages, and towns on Long Island have […]

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Were You One of Many NYers to Get in a Turkey Day Crash? What’s Next?

Thanksgiving is a time to connect with family and celebrate the many things we’re lucky to have in our lives. Unfortunately, there’s an uptick in auto accidents every year at Thanksgiving…and a death toll of more than 400. According to the National Safety Council, thousands more are injured. The deadliest combination, as you would expect, is the increase in road travelers plus the increase in alcohol consumption. This set of circumstances leads to tragic fatalities […]

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A NY Woman Crashed Because of a Spider — Is She Liable?

A spider is to blame for a recent car crash in Cairo, New York. A woman was reportedly spooked when the arachnid was discovered on the driver’s side of the vehicle, causing her to panic and crash. The victim of the crash is in “rough condition,” but okay according to a friend. The vehicle, unfortunately, sustained severe damage. Although this story is bizarre enough to make national news, it turns out that these sorts of […]

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Parking Lot Crashes: What New Yorkers Should Know

You probably don’t think of a parking lot as dangerous places to be – after all, the speeds are much lower than on the road, right? In reality, the high density of cars moving in all directions – combined with heavy pedestrian traffic – makes parking lots a breeding ground for crashes. In fact, about 20% of all car crashes occur in parking lots. Although most parking lot crashes are not high-impact, they may still […]

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What New Yorkers Should Do If Hit by Drunk Holiday Drivers

Every driver is required by law to act reasonably and protect others on the road. In addition to obeying traffic rules, it’s expected that a driver will not get behind the wheel if they are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Which is all well and good, but we all know that the laws are there for a reason – far too often, people do drive while intoxicated. There are criminal laws in place to punish […]

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Can Someone Else Be Negligent in a NY Single-Car Accident?

If you have a single-car accident, are you automatically to blame? Not necessarily. A skilled New York auto accident attorney can help you recognize it when another’s negligence may be responsible – and therefore liable for damages. Single-Car Accidents in New York These types of situations have caused thousands of single-car accidents in New York – and may have caused your accident as well. A pedestrian jumps out into your driving lane A person in […]

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Do NY Rideshare Benefits Outweigh Crash Complications?

Millions of New Yorkers are using rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to stay mobile. Most of the time these rides are relatively uneventful. Not always, though. Crashes do happen, and when they do, figuring out liability can be complicated and time-consuming. You will almost certainly need the help of an experienced NY auto accident attorney to make sure you don’t get stuck with the bill if you are injured. Despite this, there are a […]

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What NYers Should Know about Drunk Driving on Halloween

Between parties, trick-or-treating, and other festivities, Halloween is one of the busiest nights on the road for pedestrians and motorists alike. Unfortunately, Halloween is also a busy night for drunk drivers. In fact, Halloween is one of the most deadly nights on the road, with drunk driving accidents and fatalities surpassing even those of New Year’s Eve. How bad is it? Forty-four percent of car accidents on Halloween and the weekend prior involve drunk drivers, […]

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NY DUI Accidents: How Someone’s BAC Level Impacts Their Driving

Being hit by a drunk driver – it’s everyone’s worst nightmare. The thought that someone could so carelessly put your life at risk, just so they didn’t have to pay for a cab, get a rideshare, or use public transportation can be infuriating. However, if you or someone you love has been injured in an accident with a drunk driver, it can be quite helpful if you decide to file a personal injury suit against […]

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