You may never have been in a major motor vehicle accident, but minor crashes such as rear-end collisions occur frequently in and around Poughkeepsie. Even a low-speed rear-end collision can cause serious injuries. If you are the victim, you will need prompt medical...
Month: November 2020
Fractured femurs most often the result of car crashes
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says that more than any other adverse event, car crashes can lead to femur fractures. Perhaps you fractured your femur when a speeding driver collided with you here in New York. The femur can be broken in different ways and...
Be careful how you use social media following an accident
Social media has become part of the fabric of our daily lives. Especially at a time when we’re feeling distant from even our next-door neighbors, the desire to reach out to others is particularly strong. Oversharing during these challenging times is easier than ever....
Does bad weather lessen the blame for car accidents?
Winter weather presents its share of driving challenges. Often, driving can feel more like skating, albeit behind the wheel of a vehicle that weighs thousands of pounds. Given these challenges, does winter weather reduce liability for accidents? Drivers owe one...
Distracted driving has consequences
If you've been injured in a car accident, it's important that you educate yourself on what determines whether or not a driver was distracted. In the state of New York, the law prohibits the driver of a vehicle from using any portable electronic devices. This includes...
The 100 deadliest days and what parents of teen drivers can do
The roads around New York can be dangerous for drivers, especially inexperienced teen drivers. Drivers from the age 16 to 17 are three times likelier to be in a fatal crash than are adults. Perhaps you or your teenage son or daughter was in an accident. Fortunately,...