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August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Punitive Damages After Being Injured By a Drunk Driver
When an intoxicated person gets behind the wheel of a car, that can pose an extremely hazardous risk to the lives and wellbeing of other...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Bike Safety for Everyone
Owning, driving, and maintaining a car can get expensive. New Yorkers looking for less-expensive ways to get around are increasingly turning to bicycles, causing bike...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
New York No-Fault Benefits
After a car accident, New York drivers may be entitled to “no-fault” benefits from a car insurance company. That is because New York is a...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Where Are Bicyclists Supposed to Ride on New York Roads?
Individuals across New York State regularly enjoy biking as a means of transportation, fitness, and leisure. While bicycles offer a healthy and enjoyable way to...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Lane Crossover Accident In a Snowstorm
A crossover accident can happen when a car or truck crosses the dividing line and enters a lane of oncoming traffic. Some roads...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
William Mattar is Still the Firm With the Focus, the Firm With the 4s
William Mattar law offices have helped thousands who have been seriously injured in car accidents. We put our focus and courtroom experience to work for...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
After an Accident Does a Police Report Automatically Get Sent to Insurance Companies?
After you’ve been in an accident, you probably have a lot of thoughts racing through your mind and one of them might be, “does the...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Some Things to Consider After a “Fender Bender”
A “fender bender” can be a jarring experience. Even a relatively low-speed impact can seriously injure vehicle occupants. While some people may use the term...
August 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Glossary: Assumption of Risk
Assumption of Risk: Under New York law, “the culpable conduct attributable to the [plaintiff] . . . including contributory negligence or assumption of risk, shall...