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November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Happens if You’re in a Car Accident Caused by a Vehicle Recall?
Vehicle recall laws exist to protect consumers from hazards caused by safety noncompliance and production flaws of manufacturers. If you were injured because of a...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Cell Phone Use While Driving In New York | Protect Your Rights After an Accident
Cell phone use while driving in New York is illegal. However, certain exceptions to this rule allow drivers to use their cell phones in limited...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Some Things to Consider After an Accident
The days and weeks after a car accident can be a confusing time, especially if you suffered serious injuries. As an accident victim, the steps...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What to Consider After A Pedestrian Is Hit By A Car in New York
Under New York law, a driver is sometimes obligated to yield the right of way to pedestrians. Pedestrians who are injured when a driver fails...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Some Things to Consider When Preparing for Winter Driving
Winter is approaching, and it is a good time for motorists to consider whether their vehicles are stocked with things they might need if they...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Are Some Initiatives to Discourage Distracted Driving?
More than 3,100 people died in motor-vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2020, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. The government, on both...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Dangers of Cruise Control on Slippery Roads
Cruise control, while a valuable piece of technology and a great way to avoid exceeding the speed limit, can be risky while driving in bad...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Is Considered A Serious Injury In A Car Accident?
In New York, in most cases a personal-injury lawsuit stemming from a traffic accident must be predicated on a showing that the injured person sustained...
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
4 Things to Help Overcome Anxiety After a Car Crash
After a car accident victims may experience some level of anxiety about driving again. For those experiencing driving anxiety getting into a motor vehicle can...