Being involved in a car accident can be a scary experience. You may have been injured, your car damaged seriously, and you need some support. It isn’t unusual for car accident victims to turn to social media to let family and friends know what happened, give updates...
Car Accidents
3 tips for beginning bicycle commuters in New York City
The number of people who travel and commute to work by bicycle in New York City is quite large when compared to other states, and it is not only to avoid the heavy traffic. The New York Times references a study of bicyclists compared to those who drive motor vehicles...
Passengers can be an unwelcome distraction in the car
If you’ve been driving for a long time, it probably feels almost automatic. However, in reality, you are avoiding potential hazards and making safety-conscious decisions all the time. Distractions can get in the way of your decision-making processes, and these can...
New York texting and driving laws you should know about
Cell phone use when driving has become the biggest distraction among drivers, given the prevalence of handheld devices. Yet, despite the known risks of driver distractions, a surprisingly high number of people continue to use their cell phones while driving. It is why...
How does underinsurance coverage help you?
A car accident can result in more than just vehicle damages. You can suffer severe or potentially permanent injuries that require extensive and costly medical treatment. While the law requires that drivers in New York carry car insurance to cover bodily injury and...
Texting and driving: What the law in New York says
All it takes is a moment of distraction for a deadly accident to occur -- but far too many drivers still allow themselves to be distracted behind the wheel. This is why various states have come up with laws to curb driver distraction, especially that which arises from...
What do you know about no-fault insurance?
After a car accident, you want to recover and get back to your routine as quickly as possible. Depending on the insurance all involved parties have and state law, you may have limited options for pursuing a claim. The Insurance Information Institute explains how...
How can a car accident impact your quality of life?
A car accident can bring feelings of shock, guilt, anger and confusion. At the accident scene, you may not have the coherence to comprehend what happened. Once you receive medical attention, you may still deal with painful injuries and substantial property damage....
3 things to know about blanket medical authorizations
If you suffer a catastrophic injury in a car accident, you are likely to be unable to work for months or longer. As medical bills pile up, your savings may dwindle quickly. Eventually, you may be willing to do virtually anything to secure prompt payment of your...
A green light doesn’t keep you safe when passing through intersections
A green traffic light is intended to control traffic. That should, in theory, keep people like you safe at intersections. If everyone simply follows the rules of the road, everyone can proceed through the intersection without incident. However, remember that it is...
