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Speeding, red-light running common among teen drivers
More teens take to New York’s roadways during the summer than in any other time of year, and this means increased risks for you and everyone else on the road. A study on teen driving habits over a 10-year period revealed that teenagers are engaging in dangerous...
How does New York define a dangerous dog?
While dogs can be sweet, loving, and loyal companions, they can also be capable of great violence and aggressiveness. When this occurs, others will be at risk of experiencing serious dog bite injury, which can have lasting effects when the damage is severe. New York...
The dangers of leaving children unattended with dogs
A large percentage of American homes include a four-legged furball as part of the family. Dogs are adorable and earned the title of “man’s best friend.” However, they can also pose a threat to not just strangers but children in the family. The ASPCA warns that any...
When police stop you, what rights do you have?
It is important for every American to understand their rights and how they apply to what police can and cannot do. Knowing your rights allows you to exercise them and identify when a police offer is not within their rights to take certain actions. This article...
DUI charges and family law matters
Those stopped for driving under the influence face a number of challenges related to the charges, from the loss of driving privileges to time behind bars and a shattered reputation. However, it is also important to look at the different ways in which these allegations...
Can “working memory” predict a teen driver’s safety?
It is a well-known fact that teen drivers are more likely to have automobile accidents as compared to older drivers. The most common theory for this is that friends and technology are more likely to distract teen drivers. However, recent research suggests that the...
Penalties for New York drug offenses
New York maintains strict penalties for drug possession. While some such offenses are misdemeanors, the state often classifies drug crimes as felonies. If you face a court date in New York for drug charges, learn more about the potential consequences of a...
Relocation and the risk of a pedestrian accident
Moving to another city or even a different state often opens up new opportunities and allows people to pursue various dreams. However, relocation is also very stressful and it also brings up certain risks. For example, people are often more likely to become involved...
Does inattentional blindness put you at risk of crashing?
New York motorists like you do everything you can to keep yourself and others safe. Any time you hit the road, there is always going to be some sort of danger. But do you know about the dangers of inattentional blindness? This issue falls under the umbrella of...
How can you remove the risk of driving while intoxicated?
Attending or hosting events like parties or barbecues often means good food and alcoholic beverages. Unfortunately, even if you limit your alcohol consumption, you run the risk of driving while ability impaired by alcohol or driving while intoxicated. According to...
