There are a lot of causes of car accidents, but aggressive driving is one of the most common contributing factors. Thousands of accidents are caused each year by aggressive driving behaviors, leaving thousands of unsuspecting motorists injured or killed. In fact, some...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How can drivers be sure they are aware of motorcycles?
Too many motorcycle accidents happen because the driver of a larger vehicle just did not see the motorcycle. After all, motorcycles are much smaller than passenger cars, and this makes them harder to see. Unfortunately, because of the size difference, when collisions...
Be aware of how comparative negligence may impact your case
If you want to recover compensation for the full extent of harm that you have suffered, have to effectively prove liability and your damages. As a result, most people who have been injured in a car accident focus on playing offense in their case. After all, this is...
Elderly Brooklyn woman injured after being hit by garbage truck
Brooklyn’s busy roads are filled with a diverse variety of vehicles, which increases the risk of pedestrian accidents. This was illustrated last week when an 81-year-old woman was injured after being struck by a garbage truck. The accident took place in the...
Recovering from serious car crash injuries requires a plan
In high-traffic areas like Brooklyn, motor vehicle accidents are much more likely. The combination of cyclists, pedestrians, motorists and congested streets means that a certain number of injuries are inevitable every month. The NYPD releases very detailed reports on...
Autonomous vehicles crash too
Autonomous vehicles are still, largely, a dream. However, self-driving modes are rather prevalent, and not just in Teslas. Honda alone says that they have over 6 million vehicles with some self-driving feature. But, both autonomous vehicles and self-driving features,...
Fatal bicycle accident is a grim reminder of bicycle dangers
Riding a bicycle offers so many benefits. It saves gas, costs on operating a car and can offer health benefits. But, for some cyclists, the consequence of choosing a bike over a car is severe injury or even death. A recent fatal crash at an unfortunate intersection in...
Sobering statistics on motorcycle fatalities
Many people in New York enjoy riding their motorcycles around the state. It is an exciting way to travel but whether you ride for convenience or leisure, you should always ride with safety in mind, as motorcycle accidents have the potential to be fatal. 2020...
Driver fatigue common cause of truck accidents
A career in trucking comes with many advantages and disadvantages. While many people choose to become truck drivers for the job security and decent pay, they often find it difficult to deal with the rigorous schedule. Truck drivers are often required to spend many...
Woman killed when scooter hits SUV
Some traffic accidents seem simple to analyze for a determination of liability. Others, with seemingly simple facts, can be surprisingly complex. These phenomena are demonstrated by a tragic recent accident in Crown Heights in Brooklyn in which a 32-year-old woman was...
