Teen drivers lack the experience that older drivers typically have, and they are also more prone to distraction than many older motorists with more experience behind the wheel. For this reason, the summer months, when more teen drivers are out of school and out on the...
motor vehicle accidents
How can motorcycle gear save your life?
Road safety may be on your mind with motorcycle season around the corner. Motorcyclists have a higher chance of suffering severe injuries at the hands of passenger vehicle drivers. Protective motorcycle gear can help minimize the impact every time you find yourself...
What can you do to avoid a rear-end collision?
Rear-end collisions can result in nothing more than a bit of damage to the bumper and paintwork. Or they can lead to long-term neck and spinal injuries. However minor the event seems, you need to get a medical check-up to avoid overlooking an injury. Most rear-end...
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...
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....
What should you know about skull fractures?
After experiencing a car crash, you will likely deal with injuries in the aftermath that can range from mild to severe. Many of these injuries center around your head, neck and back, and these also tend to have the biggest impact on overall physical health. Among the...
The dangers of eating while driving
After experiencing a car accident in New York, you may rightly question the actions that led to the driver that caused your accident to hit you. As a motorist yourself, you know that while inherent driving dangers exist, the right amount of caution allows you to...
Prepare your bike for safe summer rides
If you plan to explore your neighborhood or commute to work on your bicycle this summer, prioritize your safety. Having a well-maintained bike with the right equipment can reduce your risk for serious auto accident injuries. Prepare for safe summer cycling with these...
How can I gather evidence after a car accident?
After a car accident, you need to be your own advocate to protect yourself. In that scary moment, it can be quite difficult to settle your nerves and straighten out your thinking to take the right actions. Preparing yourself ahead of time for the possibility of an...
