Tag Archives: Car Accident Attorney

The Official Car Accident Report is Inaccurate. What Should I Do?

The official police report is inaccurate - what should I do?

An erroneous police accident report could adversely affect an injury claim. In New York, this report is usually admissible as evidence, if “the report is made based upon the officer’s…

Drunken Long Island Bus Driver Causes Multiple Wrecks

alcohol-related wreck

The Baiting Hollow Scout Camp bus driver, whose BAC level was roughly six times the legal limit, now faces multiple criminal charges. The 61-year-old bus driver was transporting campers and…

Be Careful On The Road: Memorial Day 2021

Car Accident Memorial Day

Around Memorial Day Weekend, alcohol sales usually increase over 25 percent. The unofficial first day of summer is an even bigger drinking holiday than New Year’s Eve. The effects of…

Seven Common Car Accident Terms You Should Know

Decline in Car Accident Terms, a grey car hitting a marron car on the road

The average vehicle collision claim could settle out of court a little over a year after the accident. During these months, you will hear or read many terms you might…

Automotive Software Failure and Car Accidents

Automotive Software Failure

Driverless cars are here, at least to an extent. Most people operate Level 1 or Level 2 autonomous vehicles. Level 1 cars and trucks have some features, such as anti-lock…

Who is Liable in a Commercial Vehicle Accident?

Commercial Vehicle Accident

At-fault drivers are legally responsible for commercial crash damages. Typically, employers are financially responsible for car crash damages, because of the respondeat superior rule. This legal doctrine holds employers responsible…

Are Car Accidents Criminal or Civil Matters?

Car Accidents Criminal Civil

Are Car Accidents Criminal or Civil Matters? Vehicle collisions are usually not “accidents” at all. People do not accidentally drive drunk and run red lights. In fact, some form of…

Does Social Media Affect My Personal Injury Claim?

social media personal injury

This question affects many personal injury cases, as over two-thirds of New Yorkers regularly use social media platforms. As outlined below, Facebook posts and other social media posts and likes…