What Makes Commercial Vehicle Claims More Complex Than Standard Car Crash Claims?
While typical car crashes are certainly no picnic, the claims process is often straightforward: drivers exchange information, call the police, and their insurance companies work out the details. Accidents involving commercial vehicles, however, are significantly more challenging to resolve. There are many reasons for this–from multiple liable parties to federal safety regulations and high-level corporate […]
Can Cell Phone Data Help Win an Injury Case?
In an age where our cell phones are always on us, cell phone data is essential evidence in personal injury cases. It can provide clues about how an accident happened, prove liability, and more. Whether cell phone evidence can be legally used in court in the state of New York, however, depends on the circumstances. […]
What Happens When a Delivery Driver Causes a Crash?
In recent years, delivery vehicles from Uber Eats, Doordash, Amazon Prime, and more have begun to flood the streets of New York. The increase in drivers has also resulted in more accidents on our streets. A recent CNBC news report showed that one in five delivery drivers employed by Amazon was injured in 2021, which […]
Are E-Bike and E-Scooter Accidents Treated Differently Under New York Law?
New York City has seen a huge surge of e-bikes and e-scooters in recent years. These vehicles—sometimes called “micromobility” vehicles—are an efficient, low-cost mode of transportation for many New Yorkers, from daily commuters to delivery drivers. However, our cities’ infrastructure has not kept up with the growing usage, leading to an uptick in dangerous crashes […]
How Dashcam Footage Impacts New York Car Accident Claims
In a car accident personal injury case, dashcam footage can function as crucial evidence. Even when there are conflicting reports about what happened, a recording of the incident can prove that a driver behaved negligently, such as by running a red light or making an unsafe lane change. Dashcam footage can also expedite the settlement […]