Over the past few decades, automobile manufacturers have invested millions into helping motorists remain safe behind the wheel. However, as the number of drivers on New York State roads increases, so does the probability that they will be involved in an accident. In...
Big truck crash outcomes often yield outsized consequences
Readers of the above post headline are unsurprised by what it stresses, of course. Anyone who has ever spent a moment taking a discerning look at a large commercial truck and truly considering its commanding presence in traffic can well imagine its devastating impact...
Distracted driving accidents may be even more common than we thought
Everyone knows that distracted drivers are a huge safety problem, both here in the Buffalo area and across the country. Every year, authorities blame thousands of car accidents in New York State on texting and driving and other forms of distracted driving. Many times,...
Crucial steps to take after a car accident
Perhaps you were badly hurt in a car accident in Buffalo or Niagara Falls. The following are just some of the steps that accident victims should take immediately after the crash. Ultimately, you may want to determine if you can file a personal injury claim for your...
Study shows older vehicles contribute to accident rates
It has as long been assumed by New York residents that older drivers and teens are among the most dangerous drivers on the highways. This has largely been attributed to the concept that senior drivers are not as responsive and that most younger drivers lack experience...
ADAS market grows, but the tech is far from perfect
A drive in New York turned disastrous as you were involved in a car accident with a negligent driver. Perhaps the losses you incurred are so great that your insurance won't cover it. However, there is the possibility that you can file a personal injury claim against...
Automation fails to prevent two-thirds of MVAs in study
Could increasing vehicle automation dramatically improve the safety of New York highways? Tech enthusiasts have long answered in the affirmative. The market appears to agree with manufacturers introducing more sensors and driver assistance technologies each year....
Drinking more coffee puts truckers at higher risk for a crash
Your weekend drive ended in a collision with a truck driver, and now you're wondering what you can do to be reimbursed for your injuries. If you live in Buffalo or Niagara Falls, New York, then you may hire an attorney to tell you more about personal injury law. The...
What to know about driving while tired
Driving while tired in New York is akin to driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol. This is because fatigue can erode your ability to process information and react to it in a timely manner. The sobering facts about drowsy driving If you drive while tired, you are...
The hidden dangers of auto safety technologies
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Buffalo, you might suspect that the other driver was using a mobile phone behind the wheel. After all, surfing the internet or texting while driving can be extremely dangerous. Distracted driving accidents linked...