After a car accident in New York State or New York City, you may have severe injuries that a careless driver caused. Before you file an insurance claim to recover your financial losses from this traumatizing event, you will need a car accident report to submit to insurers. An official New York State Police accident…
This article will provide valuable information for individuals who have been hit by a car as a pedestrian. It will cover crucial steps to take immediately after the accident, legal considerations, and how the law firm Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP can assist in such situations. Legal advice and representation Guidance through insurance claims Help…
Uninsured motorist coverage is an often-overlooked aspect of car insurance that can play a critical role in your financial protection if you get into a car accident in Nassau County, New York City or elsewhere in the state. While you may be diligent about maintaining your own insurance policy, not all drivers show the same…
DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are increasingly utilized by New York City law enforcement as a part of their strategy to combat impaired driving. These checkpoints are temporary installations where New York City police officers stop vehicles in a specific location to check for signs of alcohol or drug impairment in drivers. The…
Brake checking occurs when a driver deliberately slams on brakes to startle or retaliate against another driver who may be tailgating. You might wonder about the legality of such a maneuver, particularly if you have encountered or considered it while feeling pressured by another vehicle following too closely. Typically, brake checking is considered a reckless…
Now that June is here and spring is finally upon us, most people are eager to get outdoors. If your summer plans include buying a new motorcycle or jumping on one for the first time, it’s important to educate yourself about the risks of riding. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are…
If you’ve been following football recently, you know that concussions have become a big story this year. With more than 2,400 retired players joining in a lawsuit against the National Football League for allegedly hiding the knowledge that repeated concussions could lead to short and long-term brain damage, they represent one of the most significant…
No one needs to tell you that New York has a lot of traffic. The sheer number of cars, buses, trucks, motorcycles and cabs on the road account for thousands of injuries to motorists, passengers and pedestrians alike. If you’re injured in an accident, it goes without saying that the first thing you should do…
