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What to do in the event of an Uber or Lyft accident
Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies are extremely popular – and are giving the taxi industry a ride for its money. Literally. While there are many positive attributes of these…
Will texting drivers soon have to worry about the Textalyzer?
Even though most states, including New York, have laws that prohibit texting while driving, people still do it – thereby putting themselves and everyone else on the road at risk.…
Insurance payouts for dog bites increase. Are homeowners always legally responsible?
According to data released earlier this year by the Insurance Information Institute (III), the average homeowners’ insurance payout for dog-bite claims was $37,214 in 2015 – a 16 percent increase…
New York tenants say landlord failing to maintain safe conditions
Residents of a New York apartment building are at odds over recent renovations. The massive construction project has been going on for the better part of a year since its…
New York motorist allegedly speeding just before tragic accident
New York roads are busy, and not every motorist acts with caution behind the wheel. One driver was allegedly seen speeding recently, moments before a tragic accident occurred. Sadly, the…
Teen cyclist killed in drunk driving accident
When the summer weather is temperate in New York, riding a bike around the city’s five boroughs is inarguably one of the best ways to explore the city. As many…
Driver negligence may be grounds for legal action
Accidents happen for many reasons, and it is important for victims to know if they could be eligible for financial compensation for their pain and suffering. Negligence, drunk driving, distraction,…
Recent 3-car accident kills 1, driver charged
No matter how careful a New York driver is, no one can control the choices of other drivers. Drivers may employ defensive driving techniques, but sometimes there is simply nothing…
Bicycle accident claims 1 bicyclist’s life, injures 1 other
A driver struck two bicyclists, fatally injuring one, before slamming her vehicle into another car as well as a residence on a recent Wednesday afternoon in June. The accident occurred…
When a slip and fall accident happens indoors
When an individual either slips, trips or falls on the property of another in New York, and the owner failed to take the appropriate precautions to prevent the accident from…
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