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Personal Injury Claims When Not Wearing a Seat Belt in NY

Wearing a seat belt is the simplest way to ensure your safety when traveling in a motor vehicle. Whether you are on a long drive out of town, or simply running an errand a few blocks away, car accidents can happen out of the blue. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), most fatal accidents occur at speeds below 40 mph and often within a distance of 25 miles from home.

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Risk of E-Bike Accidents And Injuries in New York City

In recent times, electric bikes are growing more popular because they are generally easier to ride than bicycles. E-bikes have specialized motors of around 750 watts capacity and this enables the rider to reach speeds of more than 25 mph. This makes it easier for people to ride, especially those who may not be physically fit enough to pedal a conventional bicycle. Besides, riding an e-bike can be fun, too. In recent times, many people have begun using e-bikes to ensure a faster, smoother ride to get across New York City. But it also increases the risk of accidents.

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Who is Liable in a Company Car Accident in New York?

Companies often provide transportation facilities for their employees who have to travel far distances to work. This not only makes it simpler for the employee to commute but also acts as a tax write-off, proving advantageous for the employer. Like any other car traversing the congested streets of New York, a company car may also be involved in an accident and if this happens, determining liability can get quite complicated. It is important to understand the legal aspects of company car accidents in New York.

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Dangers of Tailgating Accident And Injury in New York

Statistics show that road rage is responsible for almost one in three car accidents in the United States. While speeding and changing lanes abruptly without signaling are dangerous forms of road rage, tailgating is perhaps the type of road rage that can easily turn catastrophic. If a car driver on the road stops all of a sudden, tailgaters who are following too close behind this car will probably slam into the rear of the in-front vehicle.

Whether this hazardous driving pattern is due to ignorance or impatience or trying to make up for a lost time, tailgating accidents in New York can lead to serious

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Who is Liable For a Nursing Home Injury in New York?

Nursing homes in New York provide care to persons of all ages who need round-the-clock care and supervision. While all such facilities provide basic nursing care and services, some nursing homes have arrangements available for specialized care for persons with special medical needs. New York State regulations and federal regulations govern the operation of these facilities and they lay down standards to assure that the elderly residents get the best possible care and quality of life.

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Can You Sue The Government For Personal Injury in New York?

In New York, if you sustain injuries because of a slip and fall, a car accident, or any other accident arising out of someone’s negligence or misconduct; you may file a personal injury lawsuit against the erring individual or entity. But what happens if the negligent at-fault party is a government agency or entity? What recourse do you have under New York law if your injuries are due to the negligence of a municipal agency, for example, you slip and fall on a cracked stairway at the city hall?

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Tips For Safe Driving in New York on 4th of July

When people think of 4th of July, they think of backyard BBQs and fireworks – the last thing they think of is traffic accidents. But according to the National Security Council, this holiday is one of the deadliest times to be on the road. Since most Americans out celebrating Independence Day, a lot of drivers usually feel more β€œloose” especially if they are under the influence. The odds of colliding with another vehicle significantly rise as there are more drivers on the road during holidays.

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Liability For Parking Lot Accidents in New York

Most of us use parking lots every day as part of our daily routine of driving and commuting, without giving them much thought. While it is not a cause of much concern or immediately obvious, there are several ways a person might sustain injuries in a parking lot.

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How to Obtain Compensation in an NYC Hit And Run Accident?

One in four car crashes reported in New York City is hit and run accidents. While the law in New York requires the negligent driver to stay at the accident site until the police arrive or things are settled, in many cases, the at-fault motorist may attempt to flee after the accident in the hope to avoid liability, while leaving behind injured people.

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Claiming For a Defective Product Injury in New York

When anyone buys a product, they naturally assume that the product is safe to use. Under US laws, persons who design, manufacture, and distribute any product are required to make sure that the products they release do not pose unreasonable risks of injury to consumers. However, there may be occasions when manufacturers, either due to negligence or carelessness, release products that are unsafe into the market.

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