When traveling New York roadways, seeing a big rig is likely not an unusual occurrence. Drivers in smaller vehicles typically want to put distance between their vehicles and these massive trucks. If a truck accident occurs, those in passenger vehicles stand little...
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Even the best-trained truckers risk being distracted or drowsy
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 25, 2021 | Injuries
Big-rig drivers face an endless list of hazards as they haul their cargo across state lines. They must continuously focus on the complicated task of navigating their massive vehicles safely. It is particularly challenging in the busy streets of cities like New York....
Driving in the dark increases car accident risks
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 24, 2021 | Car Accidents
With fewer daylight hours during the cold winter months in New York, drivers who take to the roads after dark face more crash risks than those driving during the day. Typical causes of car accidents at night include compromised vision and fatigue, not to mention the...
Pedestrians are unprotected and vulnerable when struck by cars
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 23, 2021 | Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians in New York and elsewhere typically suffer life-changing injuries when they are struck by cars. Because they have none of the protection motorists have, their injuries are often life-threatening. Medical expenses, lost wages and other financial losses can...
How can you lessen the dangers of a car crash?
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 22, 2021 | Car Accidents
Any time New York travelers are on the road, they are at risk of being involved in an accident. While most people hope that their focused driving will allow them to reach their destinations safely, that is not always possible. In fact, even the safest drivers are at...
New York traffic accidents stats for 2020 look bleak
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 19, 2021 | Car Accidents
The year 2020 is one that most of us would like to forget. But even though we are now in the second month of 2021, there are aspects of last year that we cannot afford to ignore or put behind us yet. Obviously, the pandemic is one such issue, since we are still in the...
New York man files claim against bicycle helmet company
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 18, 2021 | Bicycle Accidents
A class action lawsuit led by a New York resident is making its way through a U.S. District Court. Trek Bicycles is the defendant and is accused of deceptive and false advertising regarding a specific line of bicycle helmets. The helmets in question are advertised as...
Cyclists, avoid using headphones in order to ride safely
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 17, 2021 | Bicycle Accidents
The reasons for choosing a bicycle over a car for transportation can vary from person to person. Some people may think it is more efficient to use a bike than waiting in traffic, and others believe it is better for the environment. Others still may simply cycle to get...
Sharing New York roads with big rigs is risky
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 16, 2021 | Injuries
In a perfect world, every motorist, especially tractor-trailer drivers, would adhere to traffic laws and safety regulations, and collisions would never occur. In reality, a collision occurs somewhere in this state at almost every moment of an average day. While...
New York driver facing charges after collision
On behalf of Law Offices of Eric H. Green and Associates | Feb 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
Even in the wee hours after midnight, there can be a lot of traffic in many New York regions. Just before 12:30 a.m. on a recent Friday a tragedy occurred on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. As is often the case in motor vehicle collisions where driver impairment is...
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