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Glossary: Pecuniary Loss 

Pecuniary Loss:  As it currently stands on the date of this writing, New York State’s wrongful death statute limits recovery to “pecuniary” losses. These losses...

Glossary: Lumbar 

Lumbar: Beginning at the base of the skull and ending at the tailbone is a long and flexible column of bones known as “vertebrae” that,...

Which Rideshare is Safest?

Rideshare Safety   Ridesharing can be a quick and easy way to get from one place to another. As with any form of transportation, however,...

New York State Passenger Vehicles Planned to be Zero Emissions by 2035 

In September 2022, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul directed the State Department of Environmental Conservation to require all new cars, trucks, and SUVs sold in...

Glossary: Arbitration 

Arbitration:  There are a number of ways to resolve a personal injury claim outside of a courtroom. In some cases, arbitration may serve as an...

Drunk Driving Safety Measures Being Introduced into Legislation

The National Transportation Safety Board’s investigation into a crash has led the agency to call for alcohol impairment-detection systems in all new vehicles.   According...

Glossary: Herniated 

Herniated:  Generally speaking, the term “herniated” typically refers to the irregular protrusion of an organ, muscle, or other internal body structure through an abnormal bodily...

Glossary: Insured 

Insured: The “insured” is defined by the terms of the policy of insurance. The “declarations page” of an auto insurance policy typically lists the “named...

National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 16-22

Teen Driver Safety Week: What You Should Know Motor–vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for U.S. teens from 15 to 18 years old....