Rear-end collisions are common and usually happen because of speeding, distracted driving, traffic congestion, brake failure, and DUIs. While many people disregard these collisions as minor fender benders, victims can suffer serious and costly injuries in a rear-end car accident.How Close Is Too Close?The old rule was to calculate a certain number of car lengths…
Continue ReadingWhat Happens if You Get PTSD After a Car Accident?
Any time you experience an extremely traumatic event, you are a potential victim of post-traumatic street disorder. Many people associate this condition with military members following active duty or sexual assault survivors, but it commonly occurs following traffic car crashes, as well.Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder DefinedPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that often occurs…
Continue ReadingCan I Recover Compensation for an Underride Accident?
An underride accident happens when a smaller vehicle such as a car collides with the side or back of a tractor-trailer and slides underneath it. An underride can involve a passenger car or SUV, a motorcycle, a bicycle, or even a pedestrian.A related accident, happening at the front of the truck instead of the rear…
Continue ReadingSpeeding Is a Factor in 26 Percent of Fatal Car Accidents
Speeding is a primary factor in many traffic injuries and fatalities. It affects the driver, the vehicle, and the road, reducing reaction times to avoid a crash, increasing stopping distances, and lessening the effectiveness of road safety structures. Yet even though we know this, speed was still a factor in 26 percent of the US…
Continue ReadingNew York Car Accidents Involving Leased Cars
When your leased car is involved in a collision in New York, the process of filing an insurance claim or pursuing damages can seem complicated. Not only does the crash involve the two drivers and their insurance providers, but also the leasing company. You should consider the following in the wake of the crash to…
Continue ReadingWhy should I hire a car accident lawyer on Long Island?
Hiring a car accident lawyer on Long Island can offer many benefits for your case. While no law says you have to hire a lawyer, legal counsel can help you: Identify evidence of negligence and liability Demonstrate that you deserve compensation for your injuries Seek the best possible recovery Take your case to trial Read…
Continue ReadingBiggest misconceptions regarding Long Island car accident cases
Many people get word-of-mouth information about car collisions. Unfortunately, this information can lead to big misconceptions regarding Long Island car accident cases. These misunderstandings could be costly, especially if they prevent an injured person from seeking compensation following a collision.Our law firm wants to protect your right to financial recovery. We hope that by providing…
Continue ReadingWhere Do Car Accidents Most Occur in Long Island?
Most of us grew up in an area where some road or intersection was recognized as being exceptionally dangerous, a place where accidents happened all the time.Whether it’s Bloody Telegraph in southeastern Michigan or Dead Man’s Curve in California, there’s always a place where the most car accidents happen.A lot of those places are on…
Continue ReadingWhat Happens When Someone Dies in a Car Accident?
Anyone who suffers injuries in a car accident can, under most circumstances, sue the at-fault driver to recover damages for those injuries. Unfortunately, when the victim dies, an Estate representative must be appointed to take over or the claim can no longer be pursued. Additionally, certain specified survivors of the victim can benefit from a…
Continue ReadingWere You Injured in a Sideswipe Collision?
Sideswipe collisions are not the first kind of accident that comes to mind when we think about bad car accidents. We usually think of a sideswipe accident as causing minor damage to the car, but they cause nearly 3 percent of all fatal crashes. Still, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports nearly a…
Continue ReadingYou Need a Lawyer After a Reckless Driving Accident Left You Injured
We all heard the term reckless driving, but not many of us know what it means or how it can affect our lives. Regardless, a lawyer can handle all of the issues you will face after a reckless driver injures you.What Is Reckless Driving?Some states define reckless driving with numbers. Michigan, for example, says that,…
Continue Reading Long Island Head-On Car Collisions
The Nassau County Police Department recently reported what the police consider the most dangerous intersections in the county. Every one of the intersections with the highest number of crashes in the county is where the Long Island Expressway meets a local road.The top five are: South Oyster Bay Road, Syosset: 129 crashes Searingtown Road, North…
Continue Reading How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident
After a car accident, the determination of fault is everything. It is the difference between receiving financial compensation for your injuries and potentially being legally responsible for someone else’s injuries. This decision either comes from both drivers’ insurance companies or the jury.Many factors can affect this decision that will make all the difference in your…
Continue ReadingHow Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take?
How long does a settlement take? It depends. Let’s examine some of the factors that go into how long it takes to settle.The quickest injury cases settle directly with the insurance company. If you have a car accident lawyer negotiating for you, they can advise you when a settlement offer is favorable for your situation….
Continue Reading Fighting the Insurance Company After a Car Accident
The only thing that may be more painful than the injuries you suffered in a car accident is the pain of fighting with the insurance company to get the compensation they owe you.The insurance company’s claims adjusters and attorneys are programmed to make sure you lose that fight, and they will go a long distance…
Continue ReadingNY No-Fault Benefits: Overview
In this series, we are covering the questions we hear most often about New York’s no-fault benefits from auto insurance. New York along with 11 other states and Puerto Rico have no-fault auto insurance laws that require drivers to purchase personal injury protection as part of the policy. The details of these laws and extent…
Continue ReadingNY No-Fault Benefits: Denial Of Benefits
You were involved in a motor vehicle accident, and you submitted a No-Fault claim for compensation. Maybe you have a large doctor or hospital bill and it needs to be paid in a timely manner. Your no-fault carrier has the right to send you for an independent medical examination (IME) or conduct an examination under…
Continue ReadingNY No-Fault Benefits: Medical Treatment
If you were hurt in a car accident, no-fault insurance might just give you the help you need. If you live in a handful of states including New York, you might have filed for no-fault benefits and have some questions. What happens next? What kind of treatment is paid for? Where do you go for…
Continue ReadingNo-Fault Benefits: NY OBEL Coverage & APIP
Motor vehicle insurance coverage law can vary dramatically from state to state. If you purchase an auto insurance policy in New York, it must provide a mandatory minimum of $50,000 in personal injury protection coverage (PIP) according to New York State law.Most people know about basic motor vehicle coverage to take care of their car…
Continue ReadingNY No-Fault Benefits: Lost Wages
What Is No-Fault Insurance Coverage, And What Does It Cover?According to New York State law, the minimum coverage of an insurance policy that you can carry, and that allows you to register your car and obtain license plates include what is called “No-Fault,” insurance. This type of coverage is also referred to as Personal Injury…
Continue ReadingShould I Take Time Off Work After a Car Accident?
Car accidents can be scary and it’s important to determine whether your injuries will have a long-term impact on your health and ability to work. Here are some answers to questions we often hear from our personal injury clients hurt in a car wreck.Frequently Asked Questions About Taking Time Off After a Wreck How soon…
Continue ReadingHow to Access Traffic Camera Footage: Nassau County
In less time than it takes to read this sentence, you could be involved in a traffic accident. It happens to drivers everyday throughout the state of New York. One thing that’s faster than the eye; however, is the vigilance of traffic cameras. But can you rely on these red light cameras to record the…
Continue ReadingCar Accidents Without Insurance in New York
If you were involved in a car accident without insurance in New York, you have legal options when it comes to recovering your damages. New York operates on a no-fault insurance system. Per the New York State Department of Financial Services, you are required to carry uninsured motorist protection coverage, along with other policies. In a…
Continue ReadingHow to Access Traffic Camera Footage: Suffolk County
What is the Suffolk County Red Light Safety Program?The county has installed cameras at up to fifty red light intersections as part of the Suffolk County Red Light Safety Program. Chances are good that there’s one in a location near where you live or work on Long Island. This red-light safety program, and the laws…
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