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Should you actually lay your motorcycle down?

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 28, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

One of the common themes people talk about with motorcycles is the idea of “laying down” the bike when a crash seems imminent. Some drivers will tell stories about how they had to do this. Maybe a car pulled out of a driveway in front of them, for instance, and they...

What motorcyclists should do after an accident

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Apr 3, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

When the weather gets warmer, motorcycles come out to join the rest of the vehicles on the road. Motorcyclists are ready to enjoy all the sunshine and the fresh air as they ride to work or to meet friends for dinner after a long day. But motorcyclists must remember...

Riding a motorcycle in winter? Be extra cautious

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 7, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

Since you live near the city, you don’t have a normal passenger vehicle to get around. You’ve always had a smaller motorcycle, and it’s what you like to use. Colder weather makes it hard to find days when you can ride your motorcycle, but when a warm...

When can mowing your lawn cause fatal motorcycle accidents?

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jul 11, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents

Yard work is just one chore that comes with homeownership. Mowing the lawn may seem to be a task that bothers no one. However, what people in New York may not know is that grass clippings left on the street after mowing the lawn may make the road dangerous for...

Fatal motorcycle crash claims life of aspiring attorney

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | May 9, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents

For many New Yorkers, riding a motorcycle is an integral part of their life. They enjoy the freedom that accompanies being on the open road and, despite its inherent risks, are sure to maintain proper safety procedures and wear necessary equipment. Still, motorcycle...

Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries due to speeding cop car

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Apr 10, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents

So many drivers ignore New York City motorcyclists by failing to yield, do not pay sufficient attention to keep them safe, and operate their vehicles recklessly when sharing the road with them that there are many motorcycle accidents with injuries and fatalities....

Taxi opening door causes fatal crash with delivery rider on bike

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jan 10, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents

New York City is exceedingly busy with vehicles, motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians needing to share the road. A major part of the city’s landscape is the number of delivery people who are constantly on the road. Drivers will frequently fail to be as...

Study examines motorcycle accidents and cellphone bans

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Dec 13, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents

There are many motorcyclists on the road in Staten Island and throughout New York. There are also many drivers of conventional vehicles who are inattentive drivers and fail to give motorcyclists the adequate amount of room on the road and do not yield as they are...

Possible failure to yield leads to fatal motorcycle crash

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 28, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents

Staten Island has many motorcyclists on the road. While most drivers of conventional vehicles will pay strict attention to those on motorcycles and take the necessary steps to ensure that they are safe, accidents still happen. A motorcyclist is inherently at risk to...

Motorcyclists in danger of crashes with greater costs

On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Nov 23, 2017 | Motorcycle Accidents

People in New York are accustomed to seeing motorcyclists on the road. Since a vast number of people enjoy riding motorcycles, there is always a chance that there will be a crash. Riders can take certain steps to protect themselves, such as wearing motorcycle helmets...
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