Even for the most cautious drivers, New York State roads have risks. Accidents can happen even if you are unprepared for them, and their consequences can last years. Thankfully, New York is a no-fault State, meaning that fault does not determine the viability of an...
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What are the most dangerous roads in the Capital Region?
New York is notorious for having aggressive drivers and high levels of traffic congestion. Discussions about traffic issues often focus on New York City. However, the Capital Region around Albany also sees more than its fair share of stressful driving situations and...
What are the motorcycle helmet laws in New York State?
Numerous laws regulate how people are required to behave in public. For example, there are specific rules that apply to those operating motorcycles on New York roads. Do riders in New York have a legal obligation to wear a helmet? New York requires consistent helmet...
What should you know about injuries caused by parking lot potholes?
People visiting businesses often have to walk through a parking lot to get from their cars to the operations at issue. As such, companies are legally tasked with keeping their parking lots in good repair. A parking lot that’s not in good shape can lead to patrons...
What Albany residents need to know about winter slip-and-falls
Slip-and-falls can occur at any point throughout the year in the Albany area. A spring rainstorm might lead to wet floors at a local church and someone getting hurt on their way to service. Leaves tracked in from outside might trigger an autumn slip-and-fall. However,...
Who is liable for an icy parking lot slip and fall?
Winter brings along its own set of safety challenges, with one of the most common hazards being icy surfaces. Slips and falls in icy parking lots can result in catastrophic damage such as broken bones or traumatic brain injuries. This cold reality leaves many...
Five Things to Look For in a Personal Injury Attorney
Being injured in a car crash is traumatic. For individuals who suffer significant injuries, the consequences to one's health, financial well being and family is often considerable. If you’re in this position, you deserve to be fully compensated by taking legal action...
The deadliest type of car accident
Car accidents continue to result in thousands of injuries and deaths on our nation's roads and highways each year. While they occur for many reasons, the most common is inattention of a driver due to texting, talking with a passenger, fatigue, or momentary lapse of...
Why are rear-end crashes so common in New York?
Many of the worst car crashes occur after a moment of horror as someone realizes that another driver has turned directly into their path or is about to hit them. They see the risk but are unable to avoid it. However, some crashes occur without victims realizing that...
How do I choose the safest possible vehicle for my teen driver?
Selecting the right vehicle for a new driver can be a challenge. Cost is obviously a factor, as is fuel efficiency and how much insurance will cost for the vehicle. However, for parents who are about to send a young adult out onto the road for the first time, the...