11 April

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Car Accident Lawyer Points Out the Dangers of Drowsy Drivers

in Accidents, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

People commonly talk about the danger associated with driving while intoxicated and distracted driving. Another situation that can lead to serious injury or fatality is drowsy driving. This is often overlooked. Car accident lawyers at Frekhtman & Associates, wants you to realize the risks. Statistics Reviewing the statistics allows drivers to see how dangerous drowsy driving is. Consider the following, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: Across the U.S., 100,000 crashes each year are due to drowsy driving. These crashes cause 71,000 injuries. 1,550 people die from drowsy driving accidents each year. In New York State, "fell asleep" appears on police...

06 April

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Two Times when Asking for the Services of a Car Accident Lawyer are Essential

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in Accidents, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

Automobile drivers normally carry an automobile policy. When a passenger car driver carries a policy, the fact he or she does so, makes filing and the resolution of a claim more simplistic-theoretically. In other words, it is not essential to take cases, involving minor fender benders, into the setting of a courtroom. However, when considering matters from a different angle--a passenger car owner's insurance provider makes the most money by not paying out compensation with regard to automobile accidents--that is a given. When to Seek a Car Accident Lawyer Essentially, what we are leading up to here is that there are two times when...

05 April

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Accident Lawyer Discusses Complex Accident Scene on the Whitestone Expressway

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in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

It is possible that alleged drunken driving initiated events on the Whitestone Expressway that left two people seriously injured. Friend Arrives to Help Stranded Friend The New York Daily News reports that a 22-year-old female motorist from Lindenhurst allegedly crashed her 2014 Nissan at about 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 12. Her disabled vehicle ended up on the right shoulder. Rather than call 911 for help, authorities said she called a friend to come help her. Her female friend arrived in a 2015 Dodge minutes later. An off-duty, 34-year-old male EMT in a 2008 Chevrolet also stopped to assist. Woman Plunges off Overpass As...

01 April

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A Bicycle Accident Can Change Your Life

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As more Americans have recognized the health benefits of bicycling, the number of bikes on the road has increased. Unfortunately, so have the number of bicycle accidents; according to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, 743 bicyclists were killed in 2013. An estimated 48,000 bicyclists were injured in the same year. In an accident, bicyclists are less protected than motorists. Because they are not protected by a metal structure, bicyclists are more likely to suffer injuries that change their lives for the worse. Many of these injuries are not the fault of the cyclist; according to statistics compiled by National Public...

31 March

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Bicycle Accident Lawyers discuss Dooring: A Small Mistake Can Result in a Big Bicycle Accident

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According to data from the League of American Bicyclists, the number of people commuting by bicycle increased by 62% between 2000 and 2014. Unfortunately, not all motorists are accustomed to watching for cyclists; a motorist's lack of awareness can sometimes cause severe injury or even death. One way that inattentive motorists can injure bicyclists is by opening their door into the path of a bike. Opening a car door into the path of a bike is known as "dooring". According to a study published by the City of Chicago, dooring causes more than 7% of bicycle-related accidents. When dooring incidents take...

29 March

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Car Accident Lawyers : Here Protecting Your Best Interests.

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in Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

Have you been involved in a motor vehicle accident? If you think you don't need a lawyer, think again. 2014 saw, "32,675 people [killed] in motor vehicle crashes on U.S. roadways." And, "An additional 2.3 million people [injured] in crashes in 2014." (2014 Crash Data Key Findings (DOT HS 812 219). 2015 data through the first 9 months shows an increase in these numbers. Data includes all types of motor vehicle crashes and is not specifically broken down into 'car' crashes. Obviously, these numbers are frightening, however, most people drive throughout the day without thinking about it. Like most people, you probably...

24 March

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Tractor trailer accident lawyer discusses Florida truck accident that offers free beer and chips to motorists

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The Accident At approximately 3:19 a.m. last night on Interstate 95 south of the Pineda exit in Melbourne, Florida, two tractor trailers collided. A truck carrying Frito Lay chips and popcorn pulled over in the right lane. Another tractor trailer carrying Busch beer attempted to change lanes to the left but swerved back the right because of a passenger car in the left lane. This caused the beer truck to crash into the Frito Lay's chip truck. The truck drivers were not injured. The accident however spilled beer and chips onto the roadway closing I-95 for up to 4 hours. Crews...

23 March

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Accident Lawyer Provides Tips for Avoiding a Collision with a Motorcycle

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in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2013, 88,000 motorcyclists were injured and 4,668 people died in motorcycle crashes. Motorcycles do not provide the same protection as cars, so motorcyclists who are involved in an accident are much more likely to die or be injured than car occupants. With spring around the corner, accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, is providing tips for avoiding a collision with a motorcycle. Look Twice The slogan "Look Twice Save a Life" is helpful to remember. If you are about to make a turn or switch lanes, take the extra second to look twice. Motorcycles are not as...

21 March

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Provides Tips for Riders

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With spring soon to arrive, you may be getting ready to ride your motorcycle again. While you are getting your bike back out and dusting it off, you should also take a few minutes to review safe riding practices. Motorcycle accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, provides the following safety tips for riders to help prevent dangerous motorcycle accidents. Assume You Aren't Seen A common cause of motorcycle and car collisions is that the driver of the car never saw the motorcycle. Often a car turns left just in front of the motorcycle because the driver didn't know the motorcycle was there. Therefore, motorcyclists...

10 March

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Automobile Accident Lawyers Can Enhance your Own Driving Strategy

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in Accident Injuries, Vehicle Accidents

Let's face it, automobile accident lawyers can be your best friend when you need proper medical care and compensation for an accident. But increased awareness of road realities can enhance your options even if an accident occurs. Do you have a good perception of your role on the road? Being a driver involves diverse functions. Review the following eight points with the objective of enhancing beneficial physical, emotional, and mental skills. Study your local laws carefully, and keep up with any changes when the legislature is session. If you have recently moved to a different area of the country, or if you are driving...