Dram Shop Laws in New York
When someone is injured by an intoxicated person, it may not be the intoxicated person alone that is liable for the injuries. In some cases, the business or person who served the intoxicated person alcohol …
The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
It happens at an alarming rate. Drivers barely able to keep their eyes open are driving all over New York City and placing pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists on the road at risk. Drowsy driving …
Taxi Accidents
Thousands of taxi cabs are on the road at any given time in New York City. Therefore, it’s not surprising that taxi accidents are a common occurrence. Most taxis safely transport people to their destinations, …
Dangerous Parking Lots and Garages
Parking lots and garages are hubs of vehicle and pedestrian activity. They are also among the most dangerous areas in the city. Severe injury and significant property damage can occur when drivers and parking lot …
Limousine Accidents
In October, 20 people were killed in a limo crash in upstate New York. They were enjoying a birthday celebration when tragedy struck, and the limousine lost control, ran through an intersection and struck a …
Should Trucking Companies Screen Drivers for Sleep Apnea?
In a studysponsored by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA), University of Pennsylvania researchers found that 28% of truck drivers have mild to severe sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can lead to drowsiness and …
FMCSA Looks to Revise Hours of Service Regulations for Truckers
Driving a truck is dangerous and not something that should be done while the driver is tired or overworked. Drowsy driving is a major factor in motor vehicle accidents. To prevent commercial truck drivers from …
NYPD Cracks Down on Dangerous Private Garbage Trucks
Private garbage trucking companies in New York City have been the source of a slew of serious accidents and unsafe practices over the years. A number of reasons have been cited for private garbage truck …
Holiday Safe Driving Tips
Whether you’re out shopping, heading out to a holiday party, or taking a road trip to see family, the holidays probably have you busy and preoccupied. Safe driving may not be the first thing on …
Truck Accidents and Hazardous Materials
One of the few things worse than a collision with a truck is a collision with a truck that is transporting hazardous materials. Thousands of trucks containing hazardous materials are on the road on any …