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What to Do After Being Injured in a Taxi Accident


Posted on July 31, 2019 by

Taxi cabs are deeply ingrained into New York City culture and a convenient way to get around without having to deal with traffic and parking. However, taxis are certainly not immune to roadway accidents, which often catch both passengers and pedestrians off-guard.

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Bus Accidents in New York City and How to Protect Yourself


Posted on July 23, 2019 by

New Yorkers rely upon city buses to get them around the city every day and getting into an accident is the last thing on their minds during a commute. However, MTA buses get into accidents every day and cause innocent riders to suffer from injuries and even death.

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Determining Fault in Chain Reaction Accident Involving Multiple Cars


Posted on April 25, 2019 by

The number of citywide motor vehicle collisions in New York has been around 16,000 per month lately, leaving thousands of motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians injured and killed. Many of these accidents involve just one or two cars, while others are the result of chain reaction accidents. These types of accidents involve three or more cars and create complex circumstances for determining fault and pursuing damages.

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Left Turn Car Accidents: Causes, Injuries, and Negligence


Posted on February 28, 2019 by

According to a study developed by the New York City Department of Transportation, left turns cause over three times as many pedestrian and cyclist serious injuries and fatalities than right turns do. Furthermore, NYC City Hall reported that between 46 and 56 pedestrians and cyclists died and between 5,577 and 5,928 pedestrians and cyclists were injured in a recent five-month period due to New York City traffic.

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Commercial Semi Truck Accident Patterns


Posted on January 20, 2019 by

Commercial trucks are vital to the New York City economy. Yet driving a semi-truck around the five boroughs is not easy. Semi-trucks operate much differently than the average family sedan in terms of how they brake, steer, and create dangerous blind spots. All of these factors can lead to a New York truck accident. In fact, New York is one of the top ten states for the highest average of fatal large truck and bus crashes.

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Information to Collect After a Car Accident


Posted on October 31, 2018 by

After a car accident, you will likely be frightened. You may be suffering from injuries. Your car may be totaled. You may have a million things running through your mind. One thing you should be thinking about is the proper steps to take following an accident. You cannot simply leave the accident scene and move on with your life. You need to get some information, and the more, the better.

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Common Causes of School Bus Accidents


Posted on August 17, 2018 by

Summer break is winding down and we are now approaching fall, which means school is back in session across the country. This means that you will see school buses on the road during your commute and as you run errands during the day.

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Texting and Driving Accidents: What You Need to Know


Posted on January 25, 2018 by

Texting and driving is becoming more prevalent in our society. Virtually everyone has a smartphone nowadays, and many people want to be connected to it 24/7—even while driving. However, driving and texting is a dangerous activity that leads to many car accidents every year. Many cause serious injuries and even death. As a result, many states have enacted laws prohibiting drivers from using cell phones.

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Safe Driving in the Holiday Season


Posted on December 20, 2017 by

Holiday car accidents can really take the joy out of the Christmas season. But with winter weather and people drinking and driving, it’s something you need to be concerned about. This is the deadliest season to be driving, so if you must be out on the roads this time of year, make sure you drive safely.

The holidays can be hectic, but instead of speeding on the roadways, slow down and take a little extra time to get to your destination. Here are some other tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this holiday season, as well as sometimes to avoid driving.

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