On average, statistics show that more than three people die in car accidents every day in New York and 48 are injured. Additionally, the state-wide fatality count is 5.6 car accident deaths per 100,000 residents. This leads to 1,098 deaths and 12,093 hospitalizations each year due to car accidents. The Next Step Have you been hurt in a car…
Read MoreAfter experiencing injuries in a New York car accident, you may be wondering if you should hire a lawyer. Since New York is a no-fault insurance state, your insurance company should automatically reimburse you for the damages you suffered, regardless of who was at fault. However, this coverage may not be enough to cover additional…
Read MoreAs many motorcyclists know, motorcycles do not offer the same amount of protection as cars do. Being hit by a negligent driver while riding a motorcycle on the highway is not likely to end well. Many motorcyclists are prone to experience serious life-threatening personal injuries from these types of brutal impacts. Serious injuries almost always cost significantly…
Read MoreAs winter approaches, the chances of snow, sleet, and icy roads increases, and so do the chances of car accidents. Any kind of weather that makes roads slippery also makes control of the vehicle more difficult than usual. Knowing what to do in these kinds of situations may help prevent you from experiencing a car…
Read MorePedestrian fatalities have dramatically grown over the last 10 years. The Governors Highway Safety Association stated there was a 35 percent rise in pedestrian fatalities from 2008-2018. In 2009, there were 4,109 pedestrian deaths in the United States, and that rose to 6,000 in 2017. These statements may astonish a lot of people, because of…
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