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When we think of crash-related injuries, most of the focus is placed on physical ailments, such as broken bones, spinal injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Mental and emotional trauma, like PTSD, stemming from a crash can be equally (if not more) debilitating in some cases. It's common for crash survivors to develop anxiety after a...

Drowsy driving is one cause of serious and fatal crashes that often gets overlooked. At some point, most people drive while tired. Many people have managed to get to their destinations without causing a crash, but some have not been so lucky. About 800 traffic fatalities happen each year across the United States due to...

Pursuing a successful car accident claim takes a great deal of investigation and negotiation from your attorney. Without key evidence to prove that someone else's negligence caused your crash, the other driver's insurance company may be able to argue against your claim. There are many important pieces of evidence that your attorney can present to...

We all know how tempting it can be to want to check a cellphone notification when we hear a buzz or a ding. Cellphones have added so much convenience to the lives of most people, that using them often causes distraction from critical tasks, such as driving. New York City ranks the worst metropolitan area...

A car accident can happen when we least expect it. Depending on the severity of a crash, the aftermath can be long-lasting and devastating. Moreover, recovering from a car accident (medical bills, lost wages, property damage, etc.) can be expensive. While pursuing a car accident claim may not be the first thing on your mind...

With the statewide shutdown brought about by COVID-19, New York's roads have gone from bustling to barren. With fewer cars on the road, more drivers may be inclined to drive at dangerous speeds, according to City Metric. Some New York City residents have likened the roads to a NASCAR race. According to New York Daily...

You may already be aware of the standard steps you should take immediately after a crash. For example, you may already know that you’re required to call the police and exchange insurance information with the other driver. You may already know that you should take pictures of the crash scene and exchange contact information with...

Most car accidents can be traced back to a reckless or negligent driver. For a long time, there was not much punishment beyond fines for drivers who blew through red lights or stop signs or committed other moving violations. Recognizing the problem, the New York City Council passed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Law, also known...

There are roughly 80,000 rideshare drivers throughout the five boroughs of New York City. Efforts have been made to put a cap on how many rideshare drivers could operate on NYC streets, but a proposal to do so was recently struck down. Many NYC residents rely on rideshares to get from point A to point...

Safety should always be the first priority at a construction site. In most cases, the horrific accidents we hear about regularly in the Bronx and across New York City are preventable. One incident that occurred in August 2019 is an example of how poor judgment and lack of adequate safety measures can put lives at...