Car Accident

Can You Get Compensation After a “Minor” Car Accident?  

If you have been in a car accident with a negligent driver, you may be wondering if you can recover compensation. Let’s suppose you were...

How to Stay Safe from Covid and Drunk Drivers on the Biggest Party Night of the Year

New Year’s Eve may no longer be the biggest drinking day of the year. The day before Thanksgiving, referred to as “Drinksgiving” or “Blackout Wednesday,”...

When is a Pedestrian at Fault for a Car Accident? 

Pedestrians are vulnerable on our roadways. In New York, drivers have certain responsibilities to others on the road, including to always exercise caution around pedestrians and yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing a...

What Weather Conditions Cause the Most Car Accidents?

According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), 21 percent of all motor vehicle crashes every year are weather-related. Many people assume snow and ice are the most...

Who is at Fault in a Car-Bike Accident?

Bicyclists involved in accidents with cars and other vehicles can be severely impacted and suffer serious injuries. If you are injured while bicycling, you may...

What Happens if You Crash Your Financed Car?

Many drivers finance their car. When an accident happens, it can be difficult to know the implications. Will you owe money? If so, how much?...

Riding a Motorcycle with a Permit in NY: What New Motorcyclists Need to Know

If you want to obtain a NY motorcycle license, the first step in the process is to apply for a learner permit. Once you have...

Does a Distracted Driving Ticket Affect Insurance? 

Distracted driving can have severe consequences. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 3,142 lives were lost in distracted driving accidents in 2019....

Tips to Help Prevent Distracted Driving

Distracted driving can be deadly. Every year in the U.S., thousands of people die in accidents involving distracted drivers. According to the Centers for Disease...