Car accidents cause many people to suffer serious injuries, and one of the main reasons accidents happen is because drivers speed. Speeding means driving over the speed limit or going dangerously fast for the road conditions. When drivers go faster than they should,...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Speed camera expansion has promising results, but worries persist
Speeding has long been a problem in Brooklyn and across New York City. Law enforcement can only be in so many places at one time and it can be difficult to catch speeding drivers. However, with advanced technology, positive results can be achieved. The city has...
Suing for lost wages after an auto crash
Motor vehicle accidents on New York streets or highways can result in injuries to victims, which often come with medical expenses and related costs. One way for victims to obtain compensation for these expenses is by filing a civil lawsuit. In addition to medical...
What are my options after a motorcycle accident?
Brooklyn and the New York City metropolitan area have some of the busiest streets in the world. This can create a dangerous environment for those who are most at risk of an accident, such as motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians. Data shows that motorcyclists in...
Local motorist hits 10 pedestrians
When we drive, we are acutely aware of the dangers of the road, but when we walk on the sidewalks, sometimes, we forget. Until we enter the roadway, as pedestrians, we feel safer not using the roads. However, a recent accident in Midtown Manhattan demonstrates that...
City employee killed by driver charged with DWI, manslaughter
Many municipal workers face death and injury as an everyday part of their jobs on Brooklyn’s busy streets. As rewarding and accomplished as the job may be, it is certainly not without danger. These hazards were demonstrated on July 7 when a Department of Environmental...
What compensation might I get after an accident?
Brooklyn is inherently busy and is getting even busier. There are always automobiles, motorcyclists, e-bikes, bicycles, pedestrians and others on the road. In addition, there are construction projects constantly in progress. With all that activity, there is always a...
What makes commercial vehicle wrecks challenging cases?
In a bird’s eye view, the victim of a commercial vehicle accident in New York City has the same rights as would any other motor vehicle accident victim. If a commercial driver negligently causes an accident, then they must pay just compensation to their victims....
Removing distractions while driving
Distracted driving poses a significant risk to road safety, often resulting in accidents, injuries and even fatalities. According to the NHTSA, more than 3500 people died as a result of distracted driving in 2021. In New York, taking steps to remove distractions while...
Don’t let your teen be another summertime car crash statistic
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer for teens in New York, and these teens will be hitting the road and, yes, getting into car crashes. In fact, AAA calls the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. Teen car...