Motor Vehicle

According to recent research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, fatal accidents in Washington State increased dramatically after the state legalized marijuana for recreational use in 2012. In 2013, 49 drivers had marijuana in their system at the time of a fatal accident, but that number jumped to 106 drivers just one year later.…

There have been plenty of technology and public relations efforts associated with texting and driving in recent years and New York may be the first state to set a precedent with a new technology designed to identify drivers at fault for serious accidents. Known as the “textalyzer,” this technology could change the game in terms…

Individuals in New York who have been seriously injured in a car accident may have consequences associated with the outcome of the accident in the form of an insurance premium rate hike. According to recent research, insurance premiums are on the rise despite the fact that the bodily injury claims have decreased by just over…

Individuals who have recently been injured in an accident in New York may be devastated to realize that their car has sustained significant damage. There is no doubt that you would want to get your vehicle fixed as quickly as possible. After an accident, you need to take the proper steps to collect the information…

Frequently, after you have been in a car accident in New York or any other kind of personal injury incident in which someone’s negligence or recklessness caused the accident in the first place, you will be treated in the emergency room. The initial treatment in the emergency room may evolve into follow-up treatments with your…

Now that we are most of the way through the winter you might think that you’re off the hook for serious injuries. Any individual who lives in New York, however, knows that winter can extend all the way through March and even April. This is why it’s a great time to have your car evaluated…

Sleeping pills like Restoril and Ambien can increase your chances of being in an accident, according to recent research. These medications can double your chances your chances of being in a serious accident, even if the effects of the medication should have worn off by the time you drive. The same study indicated that taking…

Even if you have been lucky enough to avoid a car accident in New York at this point, you may be curious about how insurance companies and the police determine who is at fault in an accident. Determining fault plays an important role in many different states across the country when it comes to life…

If you come upon an accident or if you are involved in one, then your body can enter the shock phase, and it might be difficult to remember what to do and what not to do. Read on to learn more about some tips to keep in mind if someone is thrown from a vehicle…

In 2009, a new law was signed in reaction to the death of an 11-year-old girl who was a passenger in a car with an impaired driver. This made driving under the influence of something with a passenger under 15 in the car a Class E felony. In addition to strengthening the penalties for this…

Usually, the police are initially charged with determining fault in an accident, so long as the accident has occurred in a state where fault is an important component of an insurance claim or lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer might also fully investigate the circumstances of the accident to determine fault, but it often boils down…

New York is easing into fall, and as the temperatures drop, it is a good reminder to prepare your car for the long winter ahead. As the leaves start to change, you should evaluate setting up car protection for months of winter driving. Making sure that your car is ready for colder temperatures and precipitation…

When it comes to bad habits on the road, just about everyone is an offender at some time or another. You might not even realize how much a certain activity distracts you from the road. Read on to learn more about some of these risky actions that could be putting you in harm’s way. Pushing…

Binge drinking on its own is a dangerous behavior, but the risks increase dramatically when someone who has had too many gets behind the wheel of a vehicle. With impaired judgment, it is difficult to maintain control of the vehicle or accurately judge distances, making a crash much more likely to happen. Binge drinking refers…

It is normal and expected that driving abilities change over time, but this can be combatted by education and reduction of risk factors. If you have an older loved one who is still driving, then be aware of potential signs that your family member might need assistance with driving. Sadly, an older individual might not…

Texting while driving is very dangerous behavior, and while most Americans can agree on this fact, it iss till a behavior that happens all too often. When the eyes and focus are pulled away from the road, the driver is at risk of losing control of the car and causing serious accidents. Legislators supporting texting bans…

After you have been in a car accident, there is little surprise that you are confused and unsure about next steps. The entire experience can be jarring, but you might also be unfamiliar with the steps you need to take to protect yourself, get medical attention, and determine whether someone else is responsible for the…

Even though summer is easily the most beautiful time of the year across New York, it is also a very dangerous time to be on the roads. With people taking more time off and with road trips and weekend getaways being such a hot ticket, you should be aware of the possible risks associated with…

If you are confronted with another driver on the road which is taking road rage to new levels, it is in your best interests to steer clear of the driver in question. Read on to learn more regarding tips for handling aggressive drivers in New York. If you spot someone who is driving recklessly or…

After you have been involved in a car accident, your instincts to do the right thing will usually kick in unless you are impacted by shock. This means pulling over, exchanging information, and even filing a police report. If the other driver was at fault, then he or she might want to try to work…

Every spring and every fall, we move our clocks. When spring comes, we set our clocks ahead by one hour. 2 AM becomes 3 AM and we lose an hour that day, turning it into a 23-hour day. Most people compensate for this lost time by sleeping an average of 40 minutes less than normal…

Sometimes, people are injured while they are together, whether the injury is caused by a slippery sidewalk or a serious car crash. Each individual may separately sue for damages and pain and suffering. However, the court sometimes combines the parties’ cases if they are highly related. The court can then issue a verdict to include…

A woman’s minor son was allegedly injured in a motor vehicle accident. She tried to recover money for that injury in court, but the driver that hit the car in which the minor was a passenger was awarded judgment to dismiss the complaint according to a September 9, 2014 New York Law Journal article. That…

While one driver, Perez, was passing through a four-war intersection, another driver, Estrada, hit Perez’s car on the passenger side. Perez was injured and went to court to seek monetary compensation for damages from his injuries according to the New York Law Journal in a July 2, 2014 article. The driver at fault, Estrada, did…

After an accident between a driver and a student-driver, the student-driver’s instructor sued the other driver for damages related to personal injuries in this crash. In a previous court case, it was determined that the 16-year-old student was entirely (100%) liable for the accident, making him negligent according to a May 28, 2014 New York…

After an accident many people file an insurance claim to receive money for damages to their car or to pay medical bills if that person was injured. They will often file a claim with their own insurance even if the accident was another person’s fault. This may mean that the person with a damaged car…