New York Injury Talk Blog

Two people were injured in a New York car accident, which police believe involved a drunk driver. According to a CBS News report, the car crash occurred in the eastbound lanes of the Long Island Expressway at exit 36. A 27-year-old man was travelling east on the highway when a westbound car driving the wrong way struck his vehicle. Both drivers sustained injuries and required medical treatment. A Westbury woman, who was driving the wrong way on the highway, is facing drunk driving charges.

Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol continues to be a serious problem in New York. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, 361 people were killed and 6,810 people were injured in DUI collisions in New York in 2009.

Injured victims of car collisions caused by drunk drivers may pursue compensation for their losses by filing a New York personal injury claim. Compensation may be available for all financial losses, including hospital expenses and time away from work. Victims can also seek compensation for non-economic damages, such as physical pain and emotional distress. All victims of New York DUI crashes would be well-advised to seek the advice of a knowledgeable lawyer.

The Long Island personal injury attorneys at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro LLP understand the financial and emotional burdens that injured victims and their families endure. We help victims of accidents caused by negligent drivers pursue fair and full compensation for their losses. Call us today at 212-986-7353 to find out how we can help.

New York parents and guardians now have an opportunity to track the driving record of their teenager thanks to a new program created by New York’s Department of Motor Vehicles. According to a news report in The Troy Record, a new free service called TEENS allows parents to monitor the driving record of their children. Parents and guardians can apply for TEENS at any county DMV office. New Yorkers enrolled in TEENS will be notified if their child has received a traffic ticket or a license suspension or if they have been involved in a New York car accident. The DMV created this program to help inform parents of incidents that their children may have kept secret from them.

An informed and active parent can play an important role in preventing dangerous and reckless driving on the part of their teen children. Car accidents are the number one cause of death among drivers aged 16 to 24. Despite only making up 12 percent of all drivers, teen drivers are involved in 20 percent of all car accidents. It is crucial that parents monitor the behavior of their children and that they instill in them the importance of safe driving habits.

Victims of inexperienced drivers would be well-advised to contact an experienced New York personal injury attorney who will ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. Compensation may be available to injured victims for financial losses such as medical expenses and time away from work. Compensation may also be available for non-financial losses such physical pain and mental anguish.

If you are the victim of a car accident caused by a negligent driver, please contact the experienced New York personal injury lawyers at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro for a free and comprehensive consultation. Call us at 212-986-7353 to find out how we can help you obtain fair and full compensation for all your injuries, damages and losses.

The American Automobile Association (AAA) recently conducted a study which found that one in six fatal car accidents in the country involved a drowsy driver. According to a CBS News report, male drivers between the ages of 16 and 24 most often drive while drowsy or fatigued. In the AAA study, 41 percent of the 2,000 people surveyed admitted to falling asleep behind the wheel. AAA advices motorists to consider resting instead of drinking caffeine to stay awake, which they say often leads to fatigue. Drivers who get behind the wheel while drowsy put everyone on the road at risk.

Drowsy driving is a serious problem in New York. Rumble strips may alert a driver if they have drifted out of their lane, but that isn’t enough to prevent all fatigued driving car accidents. Remember, drowsy driving can and will be viewed as negligence in a civil case. Although a driver who causes a New York car accident due to fatigue may not face criminal charges, they may be held civilly liable for the injuries and damages caused. Injured victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, hospital bills and other related damages. Additionally, the family of someone who is killed in an accident caused by a drowsy driver may pursue financial compensation for their losses by filing a New York wrongful death claim.

The New York car crash lawyers at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro have protected the rights of seriously injured New York car accident victims for decades. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New York car crash, please call our law offices at 212-986-7353 immediately for a free consultation and case evaluation.

Two police officers were injured in a Brooklyn car accident when their SUV was broadsided, Tuesday, November 9. According to a news report in The New York Post, the collision occurred on Nostrand Avenue in Sheepshead Bay. The officer’s Ford SUV overturned when a silver Pontiac Bonneville struck it. The officers were treated for minor injuries after being extricated from their vehicle by local firefighters. The driver of the Pontiac was cited for failure to yield right-of-way to the police vehicle.

Failure to yield right-of-way is one of the most common causes of Brooklyn car crashes. A driver who fails to yield right-of-way to another vehicle at an intersection could face a citation. At the same time, they could also be held civilly liable for injuries and damages that occur as a result of the traffic violation. Injured victims in such cases can seek compensation for medical and hospital expenses, loss of present and future wages, physical therapy and other related costs. If the victim was on-the-job at the time of the New York car accident, they can also claim workers’ compensation benefits.

A skilled Brooklyn car accident attorney can help injured victims hold at-fault parties civilly responsible for the losses suffered. If you or a loved one has been injured in a Brooklyn car crash, please contact the experienced personal injury lawyers at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro for a free and comprehensive consultation of your car accident case. Call us today at 212-986-7353 to find out how we can help protect your rights.

Two drivers were injured in a Queens car accident that resulted in an SUV rolling over. According to a news report in The New York Post, the New York car accident took place on Jamaica Avenue in Queens when the SUV was making a U-turn and was struck by another vehicle. Both drivers were taken to the hospital with injuries and were listed in stable condition. Police are investigating if the second vehicle drove through a red light before colliding with the SUV.

Failure to properly yield right-of-way or failure to obey traffic control devices can lead to serious injuries and fatalities in a New York car crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), in 2009, there were 90 fatalities in Queens County car accidents. During that same year, 1,156 people were killed in car accidents in New York State.

In any New York car crash case, authorities will conduct an investigation to determine who was at fault for the accident. If there was a traffic violation, the at-fault party could be cited or arrested, depending on the seriousness of the injuries and the nature of the violation. Victims of accidents caused by negligent drivers may also hold the at-fault party civilly or financially responsible for the damages by filing a New York personal injury claim. Victims may pursue financial compensation for losses and damages such as medical expenses, loss of wages and hospitalization costs.

In such cases, it would be in the best interest of the injured victim to contact an experienced Queens car accident lawyer at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro for a free, comprehensive and confidential consultation. Call us at 212-986-7353 today to get more information about your legal rights and options when pursuing a New York car crash case.

A 57-year-old Bronx woman was killed in a New York car crash that involved a vehicle crossing into oncoming traffic. According to The News Times, the fatal car accident occurred on Route 22 in southeast New York. The woman was killed when a 2009 Nissan crossed the centerline and struck the Honda in which she was a passenger. The driver of the Honda sustained serious leg injuries, a passenger in the Nissan suffered scalp and facial injuries and the driver of the Nissan sustained severe head and facial injuries. Police are investigating the New York car crash and as of yet, no charges have been filed.

According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, in 2009, there were 314,974 New York car accidents, which resulted in 1,148 fatalities and 186,034 injuries.

In cases where a New York car accident is caused by negligence or wrongdoing, families of deceased car accident victims can file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault parties. Typically, a wrongful death claim seeks compensation for medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of future income, loss of love and companionship and other related damages. While no amount of money can reimburse the tragic loss of a loved one, getting adequate compensation can help lessen the financial strain most families feel in the aftermath of suddenly losing a loved one.

The Bronx wrongful death attorneys of Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro help families receive the compensation they need following a tragic New York car accident. There is a statute of limitations on all wrongful death claims, so it is important you act quickly. We offer free consultations at 212-986-7353 to anyone that has lost a loved one in a New York car crash. Call us today to find out how we can help.

A 56-year-old school bus driver was critically injured in a Long Island bus accident that involved an oil tanker. According to a news report in The New York Post, the traffic accident occurred on Sunrise Highway in Amityville, Long Island. The school bus was heading toward Massapequa to pick up students when an oil tanker pulled into traffic. The school bus crashed into the side of the tanker and the school bus driver was critically injured. Police are investigating the Long Island bus crash and the company that owns the tanker has been cited for administrative and equipment violations.

Vehicles entering traffic from a driveway or private property must yield right-of-way to vehicles on the roadway or oncoming traffic. Failure to properly yield right-of-way can lead to devastating New York bus accidents and result in serious injuries. Injured victims of negligent drivers may hold the at-fault party civilly liable for injuries and damages by filing a New York personal injury claim. In cases where the at-fault party is on-the-job, the driver's employer can also be held liable.

It is in the best interest of the injured victim to contact an experienced New York personal injury attorney who will know how to assess liability for the crash. Once fault is established, the injured party may pursue compensation for medical expenses, time away from work, future medical expenses as well as pain and suffering.

The reputed Long Island personal injury attorneys at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro serve all of New York City. We have a long history of protecting the rights of New York traffic accident victims who have been hurt by reckless or negligent drivers. We offer free consultations and comprehensive case evaluations. Call us today at 212-986-7353 to discuss your case.

Two people were injured in a New York car accident involving three vehicles. The Utica Observer-Dispatch reports the car crash occurred the afternoon of October 19 near the intersection of Beacon Light and Stoney Brook roads in Verona. Of the two people hospitalized following the crash, one person sustained serious injuries. The cause of the New York car collision is under investigation.

New York intersection car accidents are commonly caused by drivers failing to obey traffic signs and signals. Failure to stop at a stop sign can lead to catastrophic injuries. Under New York state law, all drivers must come to a complete stop at a stop sign and wait until it is reasonably safe to proceed. Drivers who fail to obey traffic signs and signals may be held liable for the damage they cause. In such cases, it is in the best interest of anyone injured in a New York car crash to seek medical attention and to call an experienced New York car crash attorney.

With the assistance of a skilled car accident lawyer, injured victims may pursue compensation for their losses by filing a personal injury claim. Compensation may be available for losses such as medical expenses, therapy fees, time away from work, lost future wages, physical pain and mental anguish.

The New York car crash attorneys at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro offer free consultations. We understand the many financial hardships that injured victims face. Our skilled New York car accident lawyers will remain on your side, fight for your rights and help you secure the compensation you need and rightfully deserve. Call us at 212-986-7353 to find out how we can help.

Five adults and two children were injured in a Brooklyn car accident involving six vehicles, according to The New York Post. The New York car collision occurred the morning of October 21 at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Grand Army Plaza in Park Slope. Police say a silver Ford Explorer was speeding when it struck two cars and then became wedged between two other vehicles. The damage was so extensive that firefighters had to cut the roof off a black Mercedes involved in the crash to extricate two of its passengers. Seven people were injured, but all are listed in stable condition.

Dangerous drivers put everyone on the road at risk. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, there were 1,160 fatalities and 187,160 personal injuries sustained in New York car accidents in 2008. It only takes a moment of reckless or distracted driving to cause a serious New York car crash.

Injured victims of New York car accidents may suffer significant financial burdens such as time away from work and hospital expenses. Insurance companies are often reluctant to pay adequate settlements and at-fault drivers typically refuse to take responsibility for a New York car crash. In such cases, victims would be well-advised to contact a reputed New York personal injury attorney. A skilled attorney can help assess fault and liability following a crash while protecting the rights of the victim.

The reputed Brooklyn car accident attorneys at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro have a long history of holding at-fault drivers civilly responsible for the damage they cause. We help victims and their families get the compensation they need. We always offer free consultations and comprehensive case evaluations. Please call us today at 212-986-7353 to discuss your New York car crash claim.