New York City is a city built for pedestrians. Many people walk in addition to using public transportation to commute to work or run household errands. However, walking near heavy traffic, especially crossing the road, puts pedestrians at risk of crashes or knockdown...
Be wary of crafty insurance adjusters following a car accident
Following a car accident, you will most likely interact with your insurer’s insurance adjusters, responsible for valuing your claim. You should be very careful when dealing with them. They might seem friendly and empathetic to your situation, but you need to remember...
Why are children supposed to ride in the back seat?
As any parent knows, children are supposed to ride in the back seat of the car. They may not like this and ask to ride in the front, but they're not supposed to do so. It's more likely that they'll be injured in an accident. But why is this? You may at first think...
Broken bones can set you back physically and financially
When you’re involved in an accident and break a bone, you could be seriously affected by it. Depending on the bone or bones that were broken, you may need surgery to put them back in place or require pins and rods. Broken bones can be severe, some being bad enough to...
How much can you recover from your New York car accident claim?
A car crash can turn your life around. Serious injuries can leave you bedridden or disabled and unable to lead your everyday life. You may not even be able to go to work which may affect your finances in the face of substantial medical bills. Compensation may be the...
Watch out for internal injuries following a car accident
Not all injuries are apparent following a car accident. You may think you have escaped unscathed, only to find yourself in pretty bad shape hours after the accident. This is because of the possibility of internal injuries, which manifest themselves much later. It...
New York getting over $15 billion to improve roads, bridges
The massive infrastructure bill passed by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden last month brings much-needed money to every state, including New York, to repair and upgrade roads, bridges and more. The $1.2 trillion Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is the...
Can a pet be free to roam in your vehicle?
When you have a pet that you love to take around the city or state, you will probably take them with you in your car from time to time. If you do, you should know that it’s possible to get in trouble for having your pet unrestrained even though no specific law...
How might music cause a pedestrian accident?
Drivers often complain about pedestrians plugged into their music while crossing the road. It is a valid concern, as anyone absorbed by their playlist cannot give their full attention to where they walk. Yet what about wearing headphones while driving? New York...
Can I take my seat belt off because I’m pregnant?
If you drive while pregnant, you have the safety of two people to consider. While seat belts can play a major role in keeping you safe, wearing one when your belly is about to hit the steering wheel may feel uncomfortable. You may even worry that the strapping could...