If you live in New York and you are in a car accident, you might break a bone in your arm, leg or another part of your body. This can happen because you have braced yourself on impact, because of an airbag or seatbelt, or because the car is crushed in the accident....
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How might drivers boost safety in a construction zone?
A New York construction site could be a busy and hectic place. When work takes place inside a construction zone where traffic freely flows, potential dangers increase. Drivers should do their part by operating their vehicles more carefully to reduce the chances of an...
Getting compensation as an injured rideshare driver
New York Uber and Lyft drivers may be eligible for financial compensation if they have been injured in an accident. You do not have to come away empty-handed if you have been injured by someone else's negligence. Rideshare accidents mean an insurance claim First, you...
When are accidents most likely to happen?
It's no surprise to many that car accidents happen every day in New York. We're all told that practices like driving intoxicated and texting while driving are some of the leading causes of traffic accidents. However, a new surprising statistic reveals that 25% of...
Fatal Car Accidents Involving Marijuana Have Tripled
There is a lot of controversy surrounding the topic of marijuana. For every staunch supporter of the legalization of pot there is a dead-set denouncer. Each side can lobby pros and cons at a dizzying rate. However, one recently released study highlights a disturbing...
Teen Deaths Down 11% After Bans On Texting and Driving
Texting and driving has been the subject of many a public service announcement over the past 5 years or so. In fact, it is a message that has become just as widespread as “don’t drink and drive”. However, unfortunately, despite all of the warnings, texting while...
Son Calls Cops When Mom Texts And Drives
In recent years, there has been a huge push to change cultural perceptions about texting and driving. At one time, not that long ago, the phenomenon of texting and driving was pretty commonplace and just about everyone from teenaged girls to middle aged professionals...
Taxi Traffic Accident…Now What?
There are plenty of advantages to living in a place that has a plethora of public transportation options such as cabs. For one, you can typically get any place you need to go without owning a car, which can save you some major money not only on a car itself but on...
Conquering a Multi-Car Crash: What to Know
The interstate during rush hour is pretty much a nightmare. Cars are bumper to bumper; people frequently slam on their breaks and get easily frustrated.This type of traffic is a breeding ground for pile-ups and serious multi-caraccidents. Usually, when a car hits...
Kids in Cars: Keep Them Buckled
As years pass, and technology continues to improve, cars get safer for drivers and passengers. Seatbelts are sturdier and child safety seats are more secure and these safety instruments save lives — if they are used, and used properly. Although the frequency of...