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More Than the Driver: A Guide to the Chain of Liability in a New York Truck Wreck

Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) and federal regulations, legal responsibility seldom stops at the driver’s seat. A commercial truck is a business...

A Guide to the FMCSR: The Federal Rulebook That Governs Every Truck on NY Roads

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), found in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, contain some of the rules of the road...

Whose Insurance Pays? A Complete Guide to a New York Rideshare Accident Claim

The answer of whose insurance pays in a New York rideshare accident depends on what the driver was doing when the crash happened. New York...

A Guide to Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit in Buffalo

To file a car accident lawsuit in Buffalo, you must first step outside of New York’s “No-Fault” insurance system. This is only possible if you...

You Were Partially at Fault: A Guide to New York’s Pure Comparative Negligence Law

In New York, being partially at fault for an accident does not prevent you from recovering compensation for your injuries, and a New York car...

The Three-Year Clock: A Guide to New York’s Car Accident Statute of Limitations

After a car accident, you might think you have plenty of time. But the clock is ticking, and in New York, it ticks faster and...

Can I Sue for Pain and Suffering? A Guide to New York’s Serious Injury Threshold

Yes, you may sue for pain and suffering in New York, but generally only if your injuries meet the specific Serious Injury threshold defined by...

What Are the Time Limits for Filing a Drunk Driving Accident Lawsuit in Buffalo, NY?

In New York, you generally have three years from the date of a drunk driving accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.  For a wrongful...

How Witness Testimony Impacts Drunk Driving Accident Cases in Buffalo, NY

In a Buffalo drunk driving accident case, the testimony of a witness is the single most powerful piece of evidence you have—sometimes even more so...