Car Accidents

What To Do After a Car Accident in New York

If you get injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you’re likely entitled to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party. However, even though New York law affords you this opportunity, knowing exactly what steps to take immediately after the accident can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation.  Here’s what… read more

The Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in the Bronx Area

The Bronx is technically the second smallest and second least populated borough. However, that is a touch misleading. It is still home to roughly 1.5 million residents and has one of the highest population densities in the country. In the average city, this would be untenable. Thankfully, NYC has one of the best public transportation… read more

What Types of Injuries Are Commonly Associated With T-Bone Accidents?

In 2022, side-impact car crashes (also known as T-bone accidents) accounted for 22% of all passenger vehicle car crash deaths. While all car accidents can be scary and lead to serious consequences, T-bone accidents are especially dangerous. Vehicles have “crumple zones” in the front and rear, which are designed to absorb impact, lowering the chances… read more

Nine Factors That Determine How Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement in Brooklyn, NY?

When another driver causes a car accident in Brooklyn, that driver might be held financially liable for damages. However, New York has a no-fault insurance system that can impact how much you receive for a car accident settlement in Brooklyn, NY. This blog discusses the factors that determine how much to expect from a Brooklyn… read more

The 12 Most Common Causes Of Car Accidents In NYC

New York City streets had 7,371 motor vehicle collisions in July 2024. Nearly 4,000 drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians suffered injuries in these wrecks, and 17 more perished. Over half of these crashes occurred in Brooklyn and Queens. With 384 traffic crashes in July 2024, Staten Island had just 5% of all wrecks in NYC…. read more

What Is The Legal Driving Age In New York?

Like many other states, New York has adopted the graduated driver’s license model that slowly introduces the responsibilities and benefits of driving to young drivers. Young drivers are involved in more auto accidents than any other age group. A graduated license system helps keep them safer. The first year after getting a learner’s permit is… read more

10 Worst Celebrity Car Accidents in NYC  

From tragic fatalities to headline-grabbing crashes, the streets of NYC have witnessed their fair share of celebrity car accidents. Join us as we delve into the details of celebrity car crashes. These accidents serve as a stark reminder that even the rich and famous are vulnerable to the unpredictable nature of life.  1. Ryan Dunn… read more

Who Is at Fault for a Multi-Vehicle Accident?

Determining fault in a multi-vehicle car accident can be complicated. That said, if the accident involves injuries or property damage, it’s important to know who was responsible.  New York is a no-fault state, which means that each party in an accident makes a claim to their own insurance company for their losses after an accident…. read more

The Deadliest Highway Stretches in New York

Driving in New York may not be as dangerous as you think. New York saw 1,157 traffic fatalities in a recent year. While this seems like a significant number, the overall fatality rate, expressed as the number of deaths per 100,000 people, was only 5.8.  This is significantly lower than the states with the highest… read more

What New York Cities Have the Most Car Accidents?

New York City is famous for many things. On the plus side, it is home to Broadway and the Empire State Building. Negatively, though, many people consider it one of the most dangerous places in the United States to drive. Is that an accurate assessment? And if it isn’t, what New York cities are the… read more