Should NYC Lower Speed Limits Even Further?
There has been a surge in reckless driving in NYC that has led to a high number of traffic fatalities. A Manhattan lawmaker now wants to give the city the power to lower speed limits …
Car Accidents Caused by Underage Drivers
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. In 2017, 2,364 teens were killed, and 300,000 were treated in emergency rooms for …
Advocacy Group Report Finds Dangerous Levels of Traffic Coming to New York City
Transportation Alternatives (T.A.) is a New York City advocacy group that pushes for better walking, bicycling and public transit options for New Yorkers. T.A. tracked data related to transportation as New York has reopened after …
Safety Advocates Call for Closure of Limousine Safety Loopholes
In September of 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report regarding a tragic 2018 limousine accident that resulted in the deaths of 20 passengers. The report noted that state regulators repeatedly failed …
Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents
A car accident can have a significant impact on your life. You may be confused and have many questions. While a car accident attorney is the best source for answering your questions, here are some …
Study Finds Adults With ADHD More Likely to Have Car Accidents
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is usually a condition associated with young children. However, a large percentage of children grow up to have ADHD as adults. It is believed that between 5 and 75% of children …
5 Documents Your Attorney Will Need After Your Car Accident
If you have been injured in a car accident, you may have decided to hire a personal injury attorney to help you with your claim. In order for your attorney to represent you effectively, it’s …
Can a Dash Cam Help a Car Accident Claim
Dashboard cameras or “dash cams” are used to record the events that transpire when someone is driving. Some of them record both audio and video. Dash cams are common in law enforcement settings, but now …
Proving You’re Not at Fault for a Car Accident
If you’ve been seriously injured in an accident that was the fault of another driver, then you may be able to file a personal injury claim against that driver. However, what if the driver argues …
Accidents Caused by Wrong-Way Drivers
Driving down the road and seeing headlights coming your way is terrifying. According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), approximately 300-400 people die each year in wrong-way collisions. It is tempting to discount the seriousness …