Electric vehicles do not need to be filled up with petroleum and emit no greenhouse gases, which is why so many consumers in New York are choosing them. However, a growing body of research suggests that some of the most popular EVs are putting all road users in...
Car Accidents
Seatbelts and insurance claims
A common saying points out that seatbelts save lives. Those words prove true in many accidents, as seatbelts may prevent drivers and passengers from being ejected or hitting the windshield. However, not every New York commuter wears a seatbelt, and these persons could...
Airbag injuries from car accidents
Driving in New York can be hazardous, and nearly everyone has had to deal with an accident at some point or other. With luck, those accidents are minor, with no major damages or injuries. But sadly, that's not always the case. One of the more unfortunate types of...
Types of evidence to focus on after a crash
According to data published by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, more than 5,000 semi-trucks were involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents during the year 2018. For people in New York who have been in serious truck accidents, it is important to gather...
Common injuries sustained in car accidents
Vehicle collisions in the Bronx and other parts of New York are far from uncommon. They account for injuries of varying degrees every year to drivers and passengers alike. In some cases, bystanders may even suffer from collateral damage due to these events. As such,...
Motorcycle accidents see an increase
Riding a motorcycle comes with certain dangers, especially in congested areas in New York City. Motorcyclists face increased injury risks since a crash could send them flying off the bike and onto the asphalt. Protective gear has limits, so motorcycle enthusiasts...
What happens to your body during a car wreck
It does not matter if you are in a major accident or a minor fender bender, it triggers your flight or fight response. Therefore, the drivers' bodies in New York release a lot of adrenalin into the bloodstream. This adrenalin rush may cause drivers to believe that...
How head injuries are identified and treated
Motorcycles provide an efficient means of traveling around the Bronx. Unfortunately, these vehicles place you at an increased risk of injury in an accident, especially one to your head. Unless you suffer a head laceration that produces obvious blood flow, you may not...
New York City sees traffic fatalities increase
New York City has experienced an increase in traffic fatalities. Reports from the first quarter of 2022 reveal the exact numbers. A significant increase in fatalities Data examining the first quarter of 2022 reveals concerning news about traffic accidents. Traffic...
Important facts about motorcycle accidents in New York
When motorcyclists are involved in an accident, they have little protection, which makes them particularly susceptible to injury. Motorcycle accidents can result in severe injury or death for motorcyclists and passengers and bystanders in New York. Types of motorcycle...