Most people have noticed a truck weaving or driving poorly on the highway at some point. Drowsy or distracted drivers are often behind the wheel when this happens. It is important for motorists to be aware of fatigued truck drivers and to understand the dangers of...
Vehicle Accidents
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...
What you need to know about motorcycle accidents
Virtually everyone who gets on a motorcycle in New York is already well aware of the risks that they're taking in doing so, but that doesn't stop people from riding. Whether it's the lifestyle or sense of freedom, some just feel they were born to ride. And although...
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...
Injuries and fatalities on roads not just limited to the US
New York drivers might not realize how dangerous their city’s roads sometimes are. Drivers around the world may also not know how dangerous commuting is. Data shows the number of people killed and injured annually is staggering. Accident statistics show increased...
Improperly loaded cargo and truck accidents
Huge trucks are a fixture throughout the Bronx and the rest of the New York City area. While these big rigs travel from one destination to another to make deliveries or pickups, their cargo must be properly secured. If it's improperly loaded, it could lead to a...
Alarming facts about large truck and bus crashes
New York highways and other thoroughfares are often congested with traffic. With that in mind, certain types of vehicles are more dangerous than others when collisions happen. These vehicles are buses and large trucks. Considering that, here's a closer look at a few...
Summer brings risks for motorcyclists
Anyone who operates a motor vehicle faces accident risks. Those riding a motorcycle not only deal with possible collisions, but the injuries they may suffer could also be far worse than a car crash victim. Motorcycles don’t offer much protection, and a motorcyclist...
Oversized vehicles bring added dangers
Anyone crossing the street, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and those on alternate mobility devices, may benefit from being extra careful. Although a New York traffic light might give pedestrians the go-ahead, an impatient driver could make an ill-advised turn....
What percentage of traffic fatalities are motorcyclists?
The level of fatalities for motorcycle riders has not decreased in the past few years. Statistics show that the number of deaths for motorcyclists in New York accidents has sadly increased. An extra level of vigilance will be needed to bring this trend down. The...