Archives for January 2023
Should You Call the Police After a Fender Bender?
In New York City, fender benders happen often. Even if the accident seems small, it’s important to call the police and report it. This way, there’s an official record of what happened. Remember, New York law requires you to contact...
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How To Get Compensation for Pain and Suffering in Queens
If your insurance claim after a car accident in New York City progresses to the point of a personal injury lawsuit, you may seek compensation, or damages, for your pain and suffering after the accident. This could be a considerable...
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Liability For Backover Accident
Vehicles often hit pedestrians or bicyclists, while the driver is backing out of a driveway, alley, or parking lot in Queens, N.Y. Backover accidents usually occur at low speeds. But they can still cause serious injuries or fatal injuries. The...
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Is New York a No-Fault State?
New York requires automobile owners to have no-fault car insurance. As part of their auto insurance, each driver in New York must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage which pays for medical expenses up to the limits of the policy....
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How to Maximize Your Car Accident Case Value
If you have been injured in a car accident in Queens that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and more. Maximizing the value of your car accident case starts with understanding...
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Threats of E-Bikes in Public Safety in Queens
Electric bikes have joined e-scooters among the most popular modes of transportation on the streets of New York City. But riders on motorized bicycles with integrated electric motors have been involved in numerous accidents involving serious injuries to pedestrians as...
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Child Car Seat Replacement After an Accident
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death among young children. That makes car safety seats vital pieces of safety equipment. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that car seats saved the lives of 325 children...
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Are You Safer in an Uber or Taxi in New York City?
In recent years, the growing availability of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have given New Yorkers a true choice when they need transportation services in the City. But which is the safer choice? A New York City cab or...
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What Happens When A Car Hits You From Behind In Queens
If you have been in a collision caused by someone hitting you from behind, you are not alone. Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident in New York City. They also are the most common cause of...
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When to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer?
If you have been injured in a car accident, it can be difficult to know what you should do. New York police reported more than 2,600 motor vehicle accidents in Queens in July 2021, resulting in 1,355 injuries. One of...
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