Residents of Lakewood and other nearby areas of New York should learn about car safety ratings. Is a car with a higher rating safer, and that there will be no injuries in an accident? What do those safety ratings really mean? According to WACH Fox57 there are two...
Personal injury
Can you sue a garbage truck driver after an accident?
If a commercial truck hits your vehicle in New York, you can file a lawsuit against the driver or the trucking company. Garbage trucks can cause a similar amount of damage, but filing a lawsuit in the aftermath of a garbage truck accident has a completely different...
Preventing truck accidents caused by aggressive drivers
Whether you're driving on Route 60 in New York State or in Texas, the fact is that you're likely to come across some not-so-pleasant drivers. Other than being annoying, aggressive drivers can quickly turn a situation from frustrating to dangerous. This is especially...
Speeding and its relation to auto accidents
While traveling on Route 60 in New York, you may find cars speeding past you in droves. Perhaps you have been injured at the hands of a speeding driver. Unfortunately, speeding continues to be one of the leading factors in car accidents, and there are no signs of the...
Steer clear of crashes on one of the country’s most dangerous roads
Chautauqua County in New York is home to one of the country's most dangerous roads: Route 60. The two-lane highway spans 28 miles from Lakewood to Dunkirk. It's widely considered a dangerous stretch of road. Over the last 50 years, more than 80 people have been killed...
The role speed can play in an accident
Exceeding a posted speed limit or driving too fast for road conditions in New York can increase your risk of being involved in an accident. This is because you may have less time to stop or otherwise take evasive maneuvers in an emergency situation. According to data...
100 deadliest days mark rise in teen driving crash deaths
After the accident you were in, you may be wondering just how much you will be eligible for in compensatory damages. New York is a no-fault state, so only in cases of serious injuries or disabilities can one file a third-party insurance claim. It may be worth speaking...
New drivers and the dangers of passenger distractions
For many New York teenagers, obtaining their drivers’ license can be an exciting time. Operating a vehicle gives teens a chance to commute to school or work, visit a friend, and drive to see a game or to shop at a mall. In many cases, new drivers might enjoy taking...
Help could come after a wreck, through no-fault of your own
Being in a wreck can be a terrifying situation, and thinking about the costs afterward may only make things worse. Fortunately, there could be rules in place to help you after an accident, no matter who was to blame. Car accidents cause billions in damage every year....