Articles Posted in Car Accidents

Head-on collisions are typically rare, but are among the most devastating types of car accident. The combined speed of two cars traveling in opposite directions significantly increases the impact of a crash. For example, a frontal collision at 50 mph would cause a significant amount of damage. Now, imagine that speed doubled. It’s very rare…

We often hear about pedestrians being struck by negligent drivers in the greater Buffalo area while crossing the street or walking along the side of the road. Buildings offer a false sense of security to pedestrians, however. While we rarely hear about cars crashing into buildings, this does happen. Sadly, these types of crashes aren’t…

The lake-snow effect drops more than 90 inches of snow on Buffalo each year. Anyone who lives and works in this area knows how much of a burden winter can be. Clearing snow and ice from vehicles is one of the winter-time burdens that many people dislike. Failure to take the time to do so…

There’s a common misconception that parking lots are generally safer than major roadways. Rarely do you ever see cars zipping through plaza parking lots at 50 mph. Two-car crashes in parking lots are generally minor. Pedestrians, however, are at the greatest risk of being struck. Earlier in 2019, a pedestrian was killed in a mall parking…

As we approach Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year, some residents of greater Buffalo fully embrace the holidays. Others dread this time of year, due to the stress it may bring for them. The actions drivers take on the roadway during the holiday season, however, often put lives at risk. An article in EHS Today…

Aside from Buffalo and a few other select cities, much of western New York is vastly rural. The wide-open roadways passing through expansive farmland and dense villages are starkly different from the bustling intersections and congested streets in Buffalo. Driving on rural roads can be equally as dangerous as driving in an urban area. Here’s…

Drowsy driving doesn’t always involve falling asleep at the wheel. It is a form of driver impairment just like drunk driving. The difference is that drunk driving is illegal, but unless a drowsy driver causes a crash, police can’t just take a driver off the road for simply appearing tired. In addition, drowsy driving is…

The 2019/2020 school year has just begun in the greater Buffalo area. That means more kids will be walking, riding bicycles, and being dropped off at school. In addition, buses will be making frequent stops during the morning and afternoon hours. For kids returning to school, the greatest danger isn’t on the bus, however. It…

Electric scooters may soon become a convenient mode of transportation in Buffalo, according to The Buffalo News. The New York State Assembly and Senate are in the process of considering this year’s budget, including adding potential provisions that would modernize state transportation. One provision would allow cities throughout New York State to implement their own rules regarding electric…

The consequences of distracted driving are obvious – accidents resulting in injuries, property damage or even death. Yet, people continue their unsafe behaviors. According to Psychology Today, distracted drivers: According to a 2006 study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted drivers cause: More recent studies show one out of every six fatal crashes…