10 March

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NY motorcycle accident lawyer serves as an advocate for motorcycle passengers

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Motorcycle accidents are a serious problem on the roads. The CDC reports that between 1999 and 2008, motorcyclist deaths more than doubled, even as there were declines in other kinds of vehicular collision fatalities. In addition to examining the safety and driving behaviors of motorcyclists, and whether or not they shared the fault for a crash, it's important to consider motorcycle passengers as well. Motorcycle passengers are also vulnerable and exposed to collisions on the road; furthermore, they have little to no control over the behavior of the motorcycle driver (let alone any other drivers on the road). The vulnerability of motorcycle...

09 March

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The tractor trailer accident lawyer fights for the rights of the non-commercial driver

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One day, during rush hour of 2016, a tractor-trailer, in a non-disclosed region of the United States, overturned. The incident caused both sides of a beltway to shut down. A male commercial driver was driving the overturned rig. Another driver, in a standard passenger truck, was driving in the opposite direction, when the commercial truck overturned. The commercial truck crashed into a concrete barrier when it overturned. The man driving the commercial truck was thrown from the truck and a fatality resulted. The person, in the passenger truck, sustained serious injuries. There were sections of the concrete barrier wall spread all about...

08 March

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Discusses Bensonhurst Hit-and-run

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An alleged hit-and-run accident in Brooklyn's Bensonhurst neighborhood left an elderly man seriously injured. Accident Details The accident occurred at 25th Avenue and 85th Street on Wednesday, March 2, at approximately 3:45 p.m. According to witness accounts, a motorist in a white sedan was attempting to turn on to 85th Street when his vehicle struck a 70-year-old man on a scooter. The motorist then left the scene of the accident. Victim Transported to Hospital First responders soon arrived to attend to the injured victim. He required transport to NYU Lutheran Medical Center. CBS 2 News reported that the man was in critical condition. A...

08 March

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Common Motorcycle Wreck Injuries

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in Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle riders are more likely to be injured in accidents than their vehicle-riding counterparts. This is because motorcycles are less stable and lack advanced protection features that are standard in enclosed vehicles. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer understands these risks and knows the importance of seeking just compensation for the injured motorcyclist. Here are some of the most common injuries caused by a accident: Road Rash While road rash is one of the less severe injuries associated with a motorcycle accidents, it can nonetheless cause significant pain. Road rash typically results from the motorcyclist being thrown from the motorcycle and suffering from lacerations...

03 March

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You’ve Been in an Accident, Now What?

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You were driving one and day and suddenly your car is slammed by another vehicle. You can't tell if you are hurt or just dizzy. Your vehicle is stopped and you're sitting in your car. You've been in an accident, now what? Do a self check. Before getting out of your vehicle, assess whether you can feel and move your hands and feet. If you have shooting pain or numbness in any of your extremities, stay where you are unless your vehicle is on fire. Next, assess where you landed. Did you hit a guard rail? Is your car still...

02 March

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Automobile Accident Lawyers Discuss Long Island Wrong-way Motorist

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in Accident Injuries, Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

A quick-thinking police officer minimized the potential impact of an alleged wrong-way driver on the eastbound Sunrise Highway. Report of Wrong-way Driver Police say that the incident occurred at about 3 a.m. on Thursday, January 28, after a 911 call came in regarding a vehicle going the wrong way. A dispatcher sent an officer to the scene, where a 2012 Ford mini-van appeared in front of his eastbound squad car east of Nicolls Road in Patchogue. The officer immediately performed a slow roll to protect those behind him. However, the approaching van still struck the police vehicle. Both the officer and the 43-year-old...

01 March

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Injury Lawyers Discuss $2.5 Million Award To Classical Pianist

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in Accidents, Vehicle Accidents

A New Jersey jury awarded a 47-year-old New York City man $2.5 million for an elbow injury that adversely impacted his ability as a classical pianist. His attorney asserted that the injury also permanently limited his ability to play certain percussion instruments and the electric guitar. Details of Two-vehicle Accident The man suffered the injury in an accident that occurred on Route 80 on November 20, 2011. The man's vehicle collided with a car that allegedly pulled out from between construction barrels. Police reported that neither driver reported an injury at the scene, and neither driver received a citation. Torn Tendons and Ligament During...

29 February

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Bus Accident Lawyers Discuss Bus Crash on New Jersey Interstate

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A commercial coach bus and a car collided on an interstate in northern New Jersey on Tuesday, February 16. Authorities believe the bus hit black ice before hitting the car and a guard rail. Bus accident lawyers would assist in investigating this crash and helping any injured victims receiving compensation. Early Morning Accident The accident happened at about 5:45 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 78 near mile marker 48 in Summit, NJ, according to a spokesperson for the New Jersey State Police. ABC 7 News reported that the bus was "packed" when it began its Lehigh Valley, PA-to-New York City route. Injured Taken to Hospital Emergency...

29 February

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Semi Truck Accident Attorney Discusses Massive Pileup on Interstate

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A 50-year-old man from Bethpage, New York, was among the three individuals killed in a 64-vehicle pile-up on westbound Interstate 78 in during snow squalls in eastern Pennsylvania. Semi Trucks Involved A spokesman for the Pennsylvania State Police said that 12 commercial vehicles were in the massive wreck that occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 13, at mile marker 7.5 in Bethel Township. A number of the commercial vehicles were tractor-trailers. One of the tractor-trailers struck a bus carrying the men's basketball team from Penn State-Lehigh Valley, according to The Morning Call. Dozens Injured Emergency personnel transported more than 70 people to...

25 February

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Bicycle Accident Lawyers Discuss Truck-bike Collision in Brooklyn

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in Bicycle Accidents, Tractor Trailer Accidents, Truck Accidents

An alleged hit-and-run bicycle accident involving a bicyclist and a Ryder truck resulted in a loss of life in Brooklyn. Bicycle Accident Details According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20. A 54-year-old male cyclist was traveling in Gravesend on Avenue U, not far from East 9th Street when he was allegedly struck by the truck. Authorities say that the truck driver did not remain on the scene. First responders transported the man to Kings County Hospital, according to the New York Post. However, he did not survive. Preliminary Investigation A preliminary investigation by a NYPD collision squad determined...