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Common causes of truck accidents
Accidents are a daily occurrence on New York’s many busy roads and highways, but accidents involving trucks are especially dangerous. Trucks sit higher on the ground than cars, which means cars slide underneath trucks, trapping drivers or crushing cars. Trucks are...
Can serious pedestrian accidents in New York be avoided?
As a resident of New York do you drive on a daily basis? Many would say, “Absolutely not!” Oftentimes the best way to get to your destination in the Big Apple is on foot. As a pedestrian, however, you are vulnerable to the danger of being hit by a car. This is a...
The dangers of distracted driving
By now, most New York residents know that distracted driving is a major cause of many car accidents. Unfortunately, the problem doesn’t seem to be going away. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that drivers who look away from the road for just...
How do I know how much my claim is worth?
People who have been injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another driver need money, and they oftentimes need it quickly in order to make ends meet. If you’re in this situation, then you’re probably wondering what your personal injury claim is worth....
The hidden dangers of wheelchair ramps
Ramps are more than inclined places for kids to run up and down, they are important devices that make the world more accessible for everyone. A New York area resident may think that these ramps are safe but there are hidden dangers that can be lurking. Many different...
Why drivers should obey the State of Emergency order
Road conditions in the northeastern can be treacherous in the winter. With global warming, not only are road conditions often hazardous but they are also often unpredictable. That is exactly why people should stay off of the roads when the weather is dangerous and a...
Did sleep apnea cause your truck accident?
As scary as it sounds, the truth is that truck accidents occur all the time, and they have numerous causes. Poor truck maintenance, insecure cargo, and intoxication can all pose serious risks to other drivers. But tired and fatigued driving can be just as dangerous,...
How to spot if a loved one is experiencing nursing home neglect
As people grow older in New York, they may realize that their bodies do not quite work the same way that they did when they were younger. They may experience increased health complications that require them to take more medications to regulate the condition. It may...
When must snow and ice be removed from sidewalks?
Some people may like the snow and others may hate it, but it is something that everyone in New York will need to deal with from time to time. This means that people need to take precautions while snow is on the ground to protect themselves from injury. Snow and ice...
What are the leading causes of car accidents?
As people drive in New York, there are many things they need to pay attention to. They need to pay attention to the speed limit, stop signs, stop lights, which roads they are approaching and other types of signs. They also need to pay attention to the other drivers on...