Drivers must constantly be aware of what’s in front of, behind, and to either side of them. Failure to pay attention to their surroundings can lead to unsafe lane changes that may put others’ lives in danger. This is especially true in New York, where heavy traffic is a daily way of life. Lane-changing accidents […]

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Automobile accidents, including rear-end collisions, are common in New York. So, too, are the serious injuries that often result from these wrecks. Rear-end accidents are stressful events that can result in substantial medical, financial, and personal problems for the victim. Perhaps you or a loved one has been in one of these accidents and you’re […]

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Brake checking is a form of reckless driving in which a driver suddenly slams on the brakes to deliberately try to cause the vehicle behind to collide into the rear of the brake-checking vehicle. It is sometimes used as a means of intimidation, often in response to perceived tailgating. This behavior can cause serious injuries […]

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New York law requires that motorists use a signal before making certain driving maneuvers. Not doing so puts other drivers unnecessarily at risk and can cause a traffic accident. If someone is injured in that accident, the victim can take legal action. Of course, crashes can happen in the blink of an eye, making it […]

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