Articles Posted in Car Accidents

If you’re hitting the road on your bike, be prepared It’s peak cycling season in western New York, and while hitting the road on a bike is a great way to enjoy our beautiful weather, it’s also potentially dangerous if motorists don’t share the road. Cyclists need to know the law, know their rights, and…

Among the most avoidable fatal motor vehicle accidents in the world are those caused by distracted drivers. So, it’s tragic that this type of death is on the rise. Distracted driving is when a person operating a motor vehicle attempts to multitask by doing something such as texting, eating, shaving, or applying makeup to the…

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, you’re looking at dealing with at least one insurance company, and perhaps several more. You need to be aware of the arguments they’ll use to try to limit the amount they have to pay. Remember, the insurance company’s goal is to protect its bottom line Some of…

We hear some variation on this question every day, and the short answer is “it depends.” Some car accidents are worth thousands of dollars, others are worth millions. In essence, the more severe the effects of the accident on your life, the greater the value of the claim. Read on to see how we determine…

When we think about crash-related injuries, we often think about broken bones, head injuries, and spinal injuries. It’s also very common for people involved in serious crashes to develop a mental health condition called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This condition can be just as bad as a debilitating physical injury and last for several months…

Attorney James Morris explains what you need to know An accident report that’s generated by the police is often a powerful piece of evidence when pursuing an injury claim. Along with important details about your car accident, the report will include a determination by the investigating officer of who is at fault for the collision,…

Buffalo, NY pedestrian accident attorneys explain what you need to know Pedestrian accident fatalities nationwide reached a 30-year high last year, according to the latest statistics compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association. It wasn’t just 2019 that saw a sharp increase in the number of pedestrian accidents and fatalities. The number of pedestrian fatalities…

Drowsy driving is more than just a moment of shut-eye behind the wheel. It is a form of impairment that can impact drivers’ performance on the road. Drowsy driving was responsible for an estimated 91,000 crashes and 795 road deaths across the United States in 2017, according to the NHTSA. While this year’s crash data…

A single car accident can turn your life upside down for a very long time. You may sustain serious injuries that can require months or years of medical care. The thought of pursuing a personal injury claim may not be the first thing on your mind while you’re shaken up by a crash and being…

For many people, riding in a limousine is part of a special occasion, but a car accident in these large luxury vehicles can turn a celebration into a tragedy. That’s what happened in 2018, when a group of friends hired a limo to travel to a brewery in upstate New York. What was supposed to…