Drunk Drivers and Car Accidents

If a Drunk Driver Hit You in a Car Accident, what should you do? Drunk drivers cause thousands of car accidents in New York every year. In fact, drunk driving accidents involve a criminal investigation plus a high-stakes civil case. You must get medical help for...

Driving in Bad Weather on Long Island Roads

Are there safety guidelines you can follow to avoid car accidents? When driving in bad weather on Long Island roads, keep in mind that ice and snow can create treacherous conditions. Whenever possible, avoid non-essential travel during severe storms. Allow maintenance...

Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is any activity—visual, manual, or cognitive—that diverts attention from driving, such as texting, eating, or using navigation systems. Distracted driving is dangerous, claiming 3,275 lives in 2023, NHTSA. It’s dangerous to use a cell phone...

What to Do after a Motor Vehicle Accident

The Right Steps to Take to Protect Your Health and Your Legal Rights When you’ve been injured because of someone else’s carelessness or negligence, the steps you take in the immediate aftermath of your injuries can make a big difference in the outcome of your case....

Personal Injury Claim Involving Minors

How do personal injury claims differ from adult claims in NY? One of the major differences between a personal injury claim involving minors and one involving adults is the time limitations for filing a lawsuit. New York C.V.P. Law § 208(a) sets the time limit (called...