Motor Vehicle Accident Blog

What is Range of Motion Loss, and How Can it Affect My Case? 

The force of a car crash can be immense. Momentum caused by the speed of travel are instantly transferred into the bumper of a car,...

Can I Make a Car Accident Claim in New York If I Did Not Miss Time From Work? 

One second you are driving down a country road, minding your own business. Another car fails to stop at a stop sign. You’re injured. Now...

If I Have a Pre-Existing Condition Can I Make a Claim for Pain and Suffering After a New York Car Accident? 

It’s a familiar argument voiced by insurance adjusters every day across New York State. “The MRI shows degenerative disc disease.” “There are two prior losses.”...

Hochul Vetoes Grieving Families Act

On January 30, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed Senate Bill S74A—better known as the Grieving Families Act. Among those supporting the bill were grief-stricken surviving family...

Railroad Safety Concerns  

People die or are seriously injured at railroad crossings daily. Railroad crossing safety concerns are imperative. In 2021 there were over 1,600 collisions between cars...

Insurance Claims After a New York Car Accident 

New York State is a no-fault insurance state; after a New York motor-vehicle accident, the applicable no-fault insurer is generally responsible for paying for its...

What Is a Risk of Waiting to Treat after a New York Car Accident Injury?

After a car accident, several important time deadlines and limitations can arise. This can sometimes seem overwhelming for someone who is injured in a car...

Bicycle Accidents on New York Roads 

In 2020, 938 bicyclists died of injuries sustained in accidents involving cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  New York motorists can prevent...

How Long Might It Take for a Semi-Truck Accident Case to Settle? 

New York motorists can sustain serious injuries when their vehicles are impacted by semi-trucks. When somebody is injured by a semi-truck, they may assert a...