21 January

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Boat Accident Lawyer reveals Who’s Getting Hurt

By definition accidents are random events that strike anytime and anywhere. So it doesn't seem useful to determine what type of person suffers these casualties. And yet the US Coast Guard compiled the following operator statistics for incidents in 2013, the latest year for complete data. The information shows that certain types of people are affected by accidents more than others. The most common age for accidents is 36 to 55 years old, which involved 1,797 vessels, 1016 injuries, and 214 deaths. Next were those over 55 with 1056 vessels, 473 injuries, and 168 deaths. The 26-35 age group came in...

20 January

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Injury lawyers on hand to help pedestrians involved in truck collisions

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in Bus Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Truck Accidents

A terrible accident took place recently on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. An 86-year-old pedestrian crossing the street on a crosswalk and with the light in his favor was struck by a delivery truck. According to news reports, the result was severe head trauma. The kind of injury the pedestrian sustained can lead to death. Even if he doesn't die, he could face a variety of serious problems, including the following: Coma Paralysis and other loss of motor functioning Cognitive deficits, including loss of speech and memory impairments Emotional problems Pedestrians are vulnerable to vehicles of any size; getting struck...

20 January

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Truck Accident Lawyer Notes New York Crash Involving Fed Ex Truck

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in Truck Accidents

A Fed Ex truck was involved in a fatal collision in upstate New York, according to a local news report. New York state troopers indicate that a two-vehicle wreck happened in Granby on State Route 3 between County Route 8 and Rathburn Road at approximately 4:30 p.m. Truck Crosses Into Other Lane The Fed Ex truck was reportedly eastbound on Route 3 when it crossed into the westbound lane. A head-on crash with a 2013 Honda Civic ensued. The impact sent both vehicles off the road and into a pond where they both ended up partially submerged. The investigation is ongoing, and...

19 January

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Car Accident Lawyer Notes Long Island Wreck Allegedly Linked To Speeding

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in Car Accidents

A teen driver accused of allegedly speeding was involved in a two-vehicle accident on Long Island in Southampton, according to the authorities. Vehicle Exiting Driveway Southampton Town Police reported that a 17-year-old Southampton male was operating a motor vehicle on Bridies Path at approximately 9 p.m. on Saturday. At the same time, a 73-year-old East Moriches man was pulling his vehicle out of a driveway and on to the roadway. According to police, the speeding vehicle then rear-ended the vehicle pulling out of the driveway. Injured Man Airlifted The injuries to the driver of the car that was rear-ended were such that he required...

19 January

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Accident Lawyers Reveal Crash Statistics for New York

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in Vehicle Accidents

There’s no question that you can minimize the chances of traffic accidents by using defensive techniques, turning off your smartphone, and avoiding alcoholic beverages while driving. Enough New Yorkers are practicing these safety recommendations that the total number of crashes went down by about 2.5 percent. This is from 2010 to 2011, which represents the latest data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. The bad news is that for 2011, the state suffered from 307,550 total crashes. Fatal crashes accounted for 1,077 incidents. Of the 1,153 individuals killed, 51 percent were drivers, 17 percent were passengers, 25 percent...

19 January

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Truck Accident Lawyer provides a tractor trailer accident review

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in Truck Accidents

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With the economy in better shape more trucks are on the road. This results in more truck accidents which means people are injured or even killed. Truck accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, reviewed the statistics of truck accidents and found the results alarming. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety indicates that when a death occurs in a truck vs. car crash, the death is most likely the passenger vehicle occupant. Trucks outweigh a car by 20-30 times. In some cases the car can actually fit under the truck because the truck is much higher off the ground. Therefore the damage to the...

18 January

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Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyer Notes Potential Dire Consequences Of Fatigued Driving

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A tractor-trailer accident in eastern Pennsylvania's Berks County on Wednesday, November 19, graphically illustrates the hazards of alleged fatigued driving. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. at the intersection of Route 73 and Route 222. Driver Allegedly Fell Asleep According to the Berks County District Attorney, the 50-year-old truck driver from Reading allegedly fell asleep at the wheel, causing his rig to crash into a vehicle at a traffic light. The truck then continued on into oncoming traffic. Two additional vehicles were crushed as they were pulling out of a Dunkin' Donuts parking lot. A 23-year-old male and a 32-year-old female did...

18 January

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Truck Accident Lawyer Provides Tips for Avoiding a Collision

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in Truck Accidents

When driving on a road travelled by both cars and trucks it is important for the drivers of both vehicles to be aware of steps they can take to avoid a collision. Truck accident lawyer, Frekhtman & Associates, wants car drivers to realize unsafe acts that may cause a crash. This knowledge may help avoid a future accident. Avoid No-Zones When a car is traveling immediately behind a large truck or right next to a large truck the driver may not see the car at all. There is limited visibility in these places. Therefore car drivers need to avoid staying in these...

18 January

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Bus Accident Lawyers Discuss Crash Involving School Bus and Ambulance

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in Bus Accidents

An ambulance and a school bus collided in Brooklyn's Crown Heights on Friday, January 15, 2016. Fortunately, there were no children on the bus at the time. However, ABC7 News reports that two people suffered injuries. An injured individual may seek out a bus accident lawyer to prosecute a civil lawsuit. Severe Damage to Ambulance The accident happened at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and Atlantic Avenue. There was only minor damage to the bus, and it was promptly removed from the scene. However, the ambulance reportedly sustained severe damage in the collision. There was no initial information provided as to how...

15 January

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Truck Accident Lawyer Discusses Common Causes of Tractor Trailer Accidents

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in Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can cause severe injury or even fatality. Although many people envision truck accidents occurring at high speeds on a highway, they also occur on city streets. The speeds may be slower but the damage and injury can be significant particularly if the accident involves a pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist. Trucks significantly outweigh cars and SUVs so the damage is often severe in those accidents as well. The weight of the trailer fully loaded makes the truck dangerous no matter the speed. Even an empty trailer has significant weight and can cause significant damage or injury in an accident. Consider...