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September 18, 2023 | Car Accidents

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Motor vehicles are complicated machines, and require discipline and training to use properly. Although most people use them safely the majority of the time, there are numerous ways that they can lead to a severe crash. This is often a major factor in determining who was at fault. Common causes...

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September 8, 2023 | Uncategorized

If a Tree Falls on a Public Street, Will the Town Listen?

The Second Department Clarifies Municipality’s Role in Protecting Motorists from Falling Trees By Terrence James Cortelli The issue is whether a municipality owes a duty to protect against dangerous trees falling on public roadways where the tree is located beyond the municipality’s boundary lines. The Second Department answered the question...

June 27, 2022 | Wrongful Death

Expanding New York’s Wrongful Death Law

Author: Noah A. Mittman, Esq. The New York Senate and Assembly recently passed the Grieving Families Act. This act will rightfully expand victims’ families’ right to recovery. For the most part, New York’s current wrongful death law is limited to the family’s pecuniary loss, that is the pre-death medical expenses,...

March 22, 2022 | Car Accidents

Drivers Beware: Bronx Car Accident Attorney Reports The Dangers Of Driving During And After Storms

Hurricanes and severe storms are dangerous and so powerful that you can’t help but be fascinated with them. Unfortunately, some people take this fascination up a notch by attempting to see storms in action within their vehicles. Cars provide a false sense of protection where hurricanes are concerned, and drivers...

February 7, 2022 | Tractor Trailer Accident

What To Do When A Tractor-Trailer Accident Happens

Sometimes even with your best efforts to avoid a tractor trailer accident, you end up involved with one. Above all else, you must remain calm. You will be no help to yourself or anyone else if you’re running around in a panic after a tractor trailer accident. Instead, take a...

| Truck Accident

Truck Accident Attorney Provides Tips For Backing Up Your Truck

Backing up is the cause of a large number of truck accidents each year. Trucks have many blind spots which can make it difficult for the driver to see what is behind or to the sides of the truck, and it’s easy to accidentally back into something if you can’t see it!...

| Truck Accident

NY Accident Attorney Identifies Road Safety Precautions That Help Prevent Truck Accidents

Truckers face more dangers on the road then the regular motorist. The size of the truck, the load, and the long hours on the road can all contribute to accidents by truckers. To prevent truck accidents be sure to have the proper training and follow these safety tips: Take Care of...

| Truck Accident

Safety Tips For Truck Drivers

Safe truck driving requires that the drivers are consciously driving their vehicles. As soon as you become too comfortable behind the wheel, your risks for accident increases. Make an effort to drive safely, by following posted speed limits, not driving distracted or under the influence, and putting enough space between...