One of the most favorite times of the year for many here in New York is the transition from winter to warmer spring days. There are many noticeable changes during this time, including an increase in motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic on or near many roadways. For all the positives involved with the new season, this unfortunately can create more safety hazards and increase the chances of being involved in an accident.  Fortunately, there are some safe driving tips that one can implement to reduce the likelihood of a motor vehicle accident taking place. Before hitting the road, ensuring a ..read more

While public places can offer a means of relaxation and enjoyment to many here in New York, there are far too many instances of accidents taking place due to a property owner’s negligent actions. Shopping malls, restaurants, sporting venues, schools, parks and playgrounds are just some of the locations where threats to your safety can exist. If you suffered harm through no fault of your own at one of these entities, you are probably wondering about your legal rights as a victim.  Every New York property owner has a certain duty of care to create a safe environment by meeting particular sa ..read more

A man was killed in an alleged hit-and-run car crash in New York. Police arrived upon the scene of the early-Saturday accident to discover that a male car driver was dead and that the car that reportedly hit him was nowhere to be found. The crash occurred near 20th Avenue in Queens. Events leading up to the collision The recent New York accident occurred at about 6:20 a.m. According to police, a man, 43, was driving a car north on the highway. A sport utility vehicle reportedly crashed into the man’s car. Police said the impact of the crash caused the man to be thrown from the car, and he pass ..read more

Pedestrians are a common sight along New York City streets throughout the day and night. Safety is a concern any time of day when someone needs to cross a busy city street, but it can be especially dangerous when crossing after dark with an increased risk of being struck by a car. A recent accident in the city left a man with fatal injuries and led to the arrest of a driver who fled the scene. Accident details The accident happened as a man was attempting to cross the street at a Bronx intersection. As he was walking across the street, he was struck by two vehicles. The first vehicle was in th ..read more

Two people died in a recent New York City accident the car they were riding in crashed into a red truck. Two other individuals suffered injuries in the crash. The Bronx collision took place early in the morning on a recent Sunday.  Events leading up to the New York crash  The New York accident took place at about 3:28 a.m. near the intersection of Bryant and Viele Avenues. According to police, a 24-year-old man driving a white Chrysler 300 crashed into a parked truck. A 21-year-old man and two women were passengers in the Chrysler.  Authorities said the male passenger and one of ..read more

A woman was injured in New York after another car crashed into her Lexus SUV. The driver of the BMW that crashed into the woman’s vehicle was also hurt in the collision. The two-car accident took place on a recent Sunday afternoon.  How the crash occurred  The New York motor vehicle accident occurred at about 2 p.m. in Queens. The crash occurred near Utopia Parkway on Peck Avenue. According to authorities, a 72-year-old woman was driving her SUV along Peck Avenue. A 20-year-old man was behind the wheel of a BMW nearby.  The BMW collided with the Lexus, causing her SUV to flip ov ..read more

A man was killed in a motor vehicle collision in New York after his car struck another automobile. Another man was injured in the two-car crash, which happened on a recent Monday evening. Police said the accident occurred because the second driver blew through a red stoplight.  Events leading up to the accident  The recent New York collision took place at about 6 p.m. According to authorities, a man, 71, was driving on a boulevard to get food for his co-workers. All of a sudden, another man, 30, who was driving along an avenue reportedly failed to stop at a red traffic light and coll ..read more

A high school boy was killed in Tompkins County when the car he was riding in rear-ended another car. Another teenager suffered injuries in the New York crash. The collision, which took place on a Tuesday afternoon, involved three automobiles. Accident details The recent New York wreck took place at about 12:50 p.m. along State Route 34. According to police, a car and sport utility vehicle were traveling north along the road. The SUV then reportedly stopped for an automobile whose driver was trying to make a turn. Authorities said the car then crashed into the back of the SUV before entering o ..read more

Six individuals were injured in a motor vehicle collision in New York. The four-vehicle crash occurred on a recent Wednesday morning near Albany. All six were transported to a medical center following the crash.  Events leading up to the accident  The New York accident took place at about 8:35 a.m. According to authorities, a 68-year-old man was driving north on a street in Colonie. He reportedly suffered a medical issue that caused his vehicle to speed through a red light.  Police said the man hit a sport utility vehicle driven by a 67-year-old woman. The man then reportedly st ..read more

A pedestrian suffered injuries after a car accident in Cayuga County. New York law enforcement arrived at the scene of the 6:45 a.m. accident to find the injured pedestrian. The driver in the pedestrian accident was not hurt.  How the crash happened  The pedestrian accident happened on a recent Friday. According to authorities, a car was in the northbound lane of a local roadway. The driver then reportedly hit a pedestrian in the road.  First responders airlifted the victim to a hospital. Authorities reported that the pedestrian’s injuries were critical. Police continue to inves ..read more