Have you ever seen an older movie or TV show where a person who is clearly intoxicated gets into a car and drives? If you’re like most people today, it probably looks absurdly out-of-place. Yet as little as 40 or 50 years ago, people thought nothing of having “one for the road”, or even ... Read More
If you’re like most people, you may think that you only need an attorney if you plan to go to court. After all, that’s what personal injury lawyers do, right? When someone’s carelessness causes an injury and you decide you need to sue that person to get back the money you’ve lost, you call ... Read More
When a motorist hits a pedestrian, the pedestrian is likely to have the most severe injuries. However, the driver or other occupants of the motor vehicle may also suffer bodily harm. Additionally, motorists may sometimes crash in an effort to avoid hitting a pedestrian. Can pedestrians be liable for damages in such a crash? ... Read More
While it has become increasingly clear throughout the country that texting or fiddling with cell phones while driving is a serious concern, ending this dangerous practice hasn’t been quite as straightforward. In New York, New Castle Supervisor, Rob Greenstein, has worked not just to raise awareness of the risks of texting and driving but ... Read More
New York’s roads and highways see more traffic than in many other areas of the country. Our ports and railways also mean that we see more trucks than many other cities do. Whether you call them big rigs, 18-wheelers or tractor-trailers, America loves its trucks. Most truck drivers operate their rigs safely, and the ... Read More
Road rage and aggressive driving can not only result in car accidents but are often extremely dangerous situations for anyone who happens to be on the road. Many times, the problems associated with road rage extend further than just occasionally getting upset when you are cut off. For victims of either road rage or ... Read More
