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How Careless Drivers Cause Bike Accidents
Bike accidents are a sadly common phenomenon, and one that often results in severe injuries to the people affected by them. Even worse, most of these accidents are the result of careless drivers who do not take appropriate steps to avoid potential accidents. But how exactly do careless drivers cause bike accidents, and what should … Continue reading “How Careless Drivers Cause Bike Accidents”
Read Article →Hurt in a Suffolk County Car Accident? How No-Fault Pays Medical Bills
If you’ve already been through the frightening experience of a car accident and are now home from the hospital, you may be wondering: “What do I do next and how can I pay for my medical bills?” Lawsuits and personal injury settlements can take years to end but you may be entitled to insurance benefits … Continue reading “Hurt in a Suffolk County Car Accident? How No-Fault Pays Medical Bills”
Read Article →NY Court Expands Dog Bite Victims’ Rights: What Flanders v. Goodfellow Means for You
In a groundbreaking decision that reshapes New York personal injury law, the New York Court of Appeals has overturned nearly two decades of precedent, now allowing victims injured by a dog to sue the animal’s owner under a theory of negligence—not just strict liability.
Read Article →Seven Contributing Factors That Lead to Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are often among the most lethal types of motor vehicle accidents, with a significantly higher rate of injury and death than other types of accidents. Unfortunately, many of these accidents are the result of foreseeable problems that might have been prevented with adequate care. Here are seven contributing factors that can potentially lead … Continue reading “Seven Contributing Factors That Lead to Pedestrian Accidents”
Read Article →Suffolk County Traffic and Parking Violations Bureau (TVPA) Traffic Tickets
The County of Suffolk runs the Traffic and Parking Violations Agency. This agency is responsible for handling non-criminal moving violations issued within the five western towns (Babylon, Huntington, Islip, Smithtown, and Brookhaven). Located at 100 Veterans Memorial Highway Hauppauge, NY, it handles the vast majority of traffic tickets given throughout Suffolk County. If you received … Continue reading “Suffolk County Traffic and Parking Violations Bureau (TVPA) Traffic Tickets”
Read Article →Village of Westhampton Beach Traffic Tickets
The Five Eastern Towns of Suffolk County (Southampton, East Hampton, Riverhead, Southold and Shelter Island) maintain their own Justice Courts with jurisdiction over speeding tickets, stop sign tickets, red light tickets and various other traffic tickets. Certain East End Villages such as The Village of Westhampton Beach maintain their own separate Justice Court and Police … Continue reading “Village of Westhampton Beach Traffic Tickets”
Read Article →Town of Southampton Traffic Tickets
Each of the Five Eastern Towns of Suffolk County (Southampton, East Hampton, Riverhead, Southold and Shelter Island) maintain their own Justice Courts with jurisdiction over speeding tickets, stop sign tickets, red light tickets and various other traffic tickets. The Town of Southampton maintains its own police department responsible for the patrol and general law enforcement … Continue reading “Town of Southampton Traffic Tickets”
Read Article →Seven Ways Pedestrian Accidents Can Lead to Severe Injuries
Pedestrian accidents are among the most deadly types of auto accidents, and are sadly often the result of avoidable errors. Even when people survive these accidents, they often suffer severe injuries and may experience long-term health complications as a result. Here are seven ways that pedestrian accidents can cause severe injuries to victims:
Read Article →Seven Ways Negligence Can Cause Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners have a legal responsibility to ensure the premises of their building are well-maintained and free of potential hazards. Unfortunately, some property owners can be negligent, creating potentially dangerous conditions that can cause serious accidents, including the risk of someone slipping or tripping. Here are seven ways that negligence can cause slip and fall … Continue reading “Seven Ways Negligence Can Cause Slip and Fall Accidents”
Read Article →The Rising Danger Behind Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are among the deadliest types of motor vehicle accidents, and they have only been getting deadlier over time, with the number of truck accident fatalities rising by 49% over the past decade. This increase has outpaced an overall rise in auto accidents, indicating the danger that these types of accidents pose. But what … Continue reading “The Rising Danger Behind Truck Accidents”
Read Article →Activists Seek to Lower Drunk Driving Limit
In a recent study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Authority (NHTSA), it was found that Utah saw a dramatic drop in fatal auto accidents after lowering the drunk driving limit from .08 to .05. As a result, activists in more states have been seeking to lower the legal limit for alcohol consumption. However, efforts … Continue reading “Activists Seek to Lower Drunk Driving Limit”
Read Article →Unequal Protection: Rideshare Insurance Inside and Outside NYC
Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized urban transportation, offering convenience and affordability to millions of commuters. However, behind the ease of tapping a button to hail a ride lies a complex web of insurance regulations, especially within New York City (NYC) and New York State. Understanding these differences is crucial for both passengers … Continue reading “Unequal Protection: Rideshare Insurance Inside and Outside NYC”
Read Article →DWI Consequences Outside of the Criminal Justice System
Every year, thousands of people are arrested for Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired. Like other criminal charges, DWI convictions can result in probation and even jail sentences. DWI charges carry severe penalties outside of the criminal justice system including fines, license suspensions/revocations, mandatory rehabilitation programs, and requirements to install and maintain Ignition Interlock Devices in … Continue reading “DWI Consequences Outside of the Criminal Justice System”
Read Article →Seven Most Common Reasons for Traffic Tickets
Every year, millions of New Yorkers are ticketed for a variety of traffic offenses. However, some types of traffic tickets are more common than others. Here are seven of the most common reasons that people receive traffic tickets:
Read Article →Fox Law Firm Secures $2.5 Million Settlement for Bicycle Rider
We are thrilled to announce a significant achievement at Fox Law Firm – a $2.5 million settlement in a bicycle injury case that underscores our commitment to pursuing justice for our clients.
Read Article →Seven Factors That Can Make Motorcycle Crashes More Likely
Motorcycle crashes are some of the deadliest events that occur on roadways. Although motorcyclists make up only about 3% of drivers, they account for 14% of all motor vehicle fatalities, according to the National Safety Council. This disproportionate number of fatalities is often attributed to several issues that put motorcyclists at an increased risk of … Continue reading “Seven Factors That Can Make Motorcycle Crashes More Likely”
Read Article →Injured in a Bicycle Crash: Your Guide to Legal Rights
Bicycling in Suffolk County, New York, is a popular and enjoyable recreational activity. Unfortunately, because we live in a highly populated area with busy roadways, bicyclists are often exposed to dangers created by negligent and distracted motorists. When a car or truck crashes into a cyclist the outcomes are often devastating and include broken bones, … Continue reading “Injured in a Bicycle Crash: Your Guide to Legal Rights”
Read Article →What Should You Do If You Get Points on Your License?
Pleading guilty to many traffic tickets will result in points on your license. These points can result in increased expenses and potential legal issues in the future.
Read Article →DWI Consequences Outside of the Criminal Justice System
Every year, thousands of people are arrested for Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired (DWI). Like other criminal charges, DWI convictions can result in probation and even jail sentences. DWI charges carry severe penalties outside of the criminal justice system including fines, license suspensions/revocations, mandatory rehabilitation programs, and requirements to install and maintain Ignition Interlock Devices … Continue reading “DWI Consequences Outside of the Criminal Justice System”
Read Article →Seven Ways a Design Defect Could Result in an Injury
Design defects are a surprisingly common problem in the modern day, with many products needing to be recalled due to some severe issue with how a product has been manufactured. These design flaws can cause severe harm to anyone who uses the product, even if they use it only as directed. Here are seven ways … Continue reading “Seven Ways a Design Defect Could Result in an Injury”
Read Article →Five Reasons Why Tractor Trailer Crashes Are so Dangerous
Tractor trailer crashes are among the most deadly events to be involved in. More than 4,500 people are killed every year in these crashes, and tens of thousands more suffer severe injuries. Here are just some reasons that tractor trailer crashes are so deadly:
Read Article →Points and Insurance Rates
What are Points on your license and what does it mean? In New York, traffic tickets referred to as “moving violations” often come with points attached to any conviction. Receiving 11 points or more within an 18 month period, will result in a license suspension or revocation by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Certain … Continue reading “Points and Insurance Rates”
Read Article →What Are Collateral Consequences in Criminal Law?
A criminal conviction can come with more consequences than meets the eye. In addition to fines, probation and/or jail sentences a criminal conviction can lead to “collateral consequences.”
Read Article →How Can You Deal With Points From Speeding Tickets?
An average of about three million traffic tickets are issued in the State of New York every year, with more than 500,000 of those tickets being speeding tickets. What happens if your convicted of a speeding ticket and what can you do if you have been issued a speeding ticket or any other moving violation?
Read Article →Seven Common Types of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is one of the top causes of motor vehicle accidents across the United States, accounting for around one in four of all auto accidents every year. Part of the reason it is such a common cause of accidents is because people will often engage in other activities when they are supposed to be … Continue reading “Seven Common Types of Distracted Driving”
Read Article →Five Ways to Protect Your Rights if You Are Arrested
If you have been arrested or accused of a crime, it is easy to make a mistake that could significantly impact your ability to defend yourself in court. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help yourself. Here are five ways to protect yourself if you get arrested by the police:
Read Article →What Should You Do if Your License is Suspended?
Every day, millions of people across New York State depend on their ability to drive to go to work, do errands, and generally accomplish the things they need to do to live. However, this can get thrown into chaos if your driver’s license is suspended. So what should you do if you find yourself with … Continue reading “What Should You Do if Your License is Suspended?”
Read Article →What Should You Do if You Are Interrogated by the Police?
It can be terrifying to be interrogated by police officers. Officers are highly trained in an array of tactics to get individuals to confess or incriminate themselves. Fortunately, there are things you can do to protect yourself from police pressure and protect your rights. Here’s what you need to know if you are ever interrogated … Continue reading “What Should You Do if You Are Interrogated by the Police?”
Read Article →Five Factors That Contribute to Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are among the most dangerous of all motor vehicle accidents, with a higher rate of severe injury and death than almost any other type of accident. Sadly, many of these accidents are avoidable, and are caused by factors that could be prevented or mitigated with adequate care on the part of negligent drivers. … Continue reading “Five Factors That Contribute to Pedestrian Accidents”
Read Article →Seven Major Types of Premises Liability Accidents
“Premises liability” is the broad term for any lawsuit that results from a property owner failing to take appropriate care of their property. When they are negligent, they place their tenants, guests, and others at risk of otherwise avoidable injuries. Here are seven major premises liability incidents that can result from property owners’ negligence:
Read Article →Seven Signs of a TBI You Should Watch Out For
Traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBIs, are some of the most insidious types of injuries people can experience because they often go undetected. If you know the signs, however, you can recognize these “invisible injuries” and get them treated as quickly as possible. Here are seven potential signs of a TBI you should watch … Continue reading “Seven Signs of a TBI You Should Watch Out For”
Read Article →Five Reasons to Hire a Lawyer For Your Traffic Ticket
After receiving a ticket, some people may decide to plead guilty and accept the consequences rather than deal with the hassle of going to court and fighting. While this choice may seem convenient, it could also be the most expensive decision and lead to devastating consequences. Here are a few reasons why you should consider … Continue reading “Five Reasons to Hire a Lawyer For Your Traffic Ticket”
Read Article →Five Warning Signs of Aggressive Drivers
Aggressive driving is a surprisingly widespread problem on New York’s roads. Aggressive drivers engage in deliberately dangerous driving habits that endanger themselves and everyone around them. Your best chance of avoiding an accident involving one of these people is identifying these drivers and giving them a wide berth. Here are five warning signs of aggressive … Continue reading “Five Warning Signs of Aggressive Drivers”
Read Article →Why Are Tractor Trailer Accidents So Often Deadly?
Tractor trailer accidents are some of the most deadly motor vehicle accidents that happen every year. Even when people do not die in these accidents, they are still disproportionately likely to suffer severe injuries, including long-term health difficulties that can impair their ability to work or perform daily tasks. But what is it that makes … Continue reading “Why Are Tractor Trailer Accidents So Often Deadly?”
Read Article →Why is Distracted Driving So Dangerous?
It is estimated that about fifteen percent of all motor vehicle accidents are caused by distracted driving, and it is cited as a factor in about eight percent of all accidents that involve at least one death. This makes it one of the leading contributors to auto accidents of all types, and a serious hazard … Continue reading “Why is Distracted Driving So Dangerous?”
Read Article →What Does it Mean When a Product Has a Design Defect?
When people are injured as a result of a defective product, they have the right to pursue compensation for the harm they have suffered. While there are many types of product defects, the ones with the greatest potential for widespread harm are known as design defects. What does it mean for a product to have … Continue reading “What Does it Mean When a Product Has a Design Defect?”
Read Article →Why is it Important to Exercise the Right to Remain Silent?
Every American has a constitutional right against self-incrimination, also known as the right to remain silent, and to speak to an attorney whenever questioned by law enforcement. Here are several reasons you should always exercise your right to remain silent and demand to speak with an attorney:
Read Article →Why Should You Contest Your Traffic Ticket?
After receiving a ticket, some people may decide to plead guilty and accept the consequences rather than deal with the hassle of going to court and fighting. While this choice may seem convenient, it could also be the most expensive decision and lead to devastating consequences. Here are a few reasons why you should consider … Continue reading “Why Should You Contest Your Traffic Ticket?”
Read Article →Five Mistakes That Lead to Premises Liability Injuries
Premises liability lawsuits are some of the most common personal injury lawsuits in America, with hundreds of thousands of people being injured or killed in premises liability accidents. Even when they are not fatal, premises liability accidents can cause severe injuries that lead to long-term health problems for victims. Here are just five of the … Continue reading “Five Mistakes That Lead to Premises Liability Injuries”
Read Article →The Consequences of Getting Points on Your Driver’s License
Every year, millions of traffic tickets are issued to New Yorkers for speeding, moving violations, and other traffic offenses. In addition to fines, these tickets also come with points on a person’s license. But what exactly does it mean to get points on your driver’s license, and what are the potential consequences of getting too … Continue reading “The Consequences of Getting Points on Your Driver’s License”
Read Article →Why Are Pedestrian Accidents So Deadly?
Among all types of motor vehicle accidents, none are more likely to result in serious injury or death than pedestrian accidents. Victims of these accidents often find themselves suffering from long-term health consequences, along with major medical expenses resulting from their injuries. But what is it, exactly, that makes pedestrian accidents so deadly?
Read Article →Five Ways to Protect Yourself if You Are Arrested
If you have been accused of a crime or arrested, it is easy to make a mistake that could significantly impact your ability to defend yourself in court. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help yourself. Here are five ways to protect yourself if you get arrested by the police:
Read Article →Seven Common Safety Violations on Construction Sites
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 150,000 people are injured on the job in the construction industry every single year. That is more accidents than any other industry, beating out other dangerous jobs like fishing, logging, and mining by a wide margin. While this is partly due to inherent dangers of … Continue reading “Seven Common Safety Violations on Construction Sites”
Read Article →Seven Things to Know About New York’s Marijuana Legalization Law
This past April, New York passed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), which made marijuana legal to purchase, sell, and possess within the state. In addition, the law also expunged many criminal sentences for possession of the drug. However, that does not mean that it is now a free-for-all when it comes to pot … Continue reading “Seven Things to Know About New York’s Marijuana Legalization Law”
Read Article →Seven Most Common Traffic Violations in New York
Every year, hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers are ticketed for violations of local and state traffic laws. Collectively, these tickets cost drivers tens of millions of dollars in fines and fees every year, and result in many drivers having their licenses suspended or revoked. Here are the seven most common traffic violations that people … Continue reading “Seven Most Common Traffic Violations in New York”
Read Article →Seven Typical Reasons for Premises Liability Cases
When building owners and businesses are negligent in caring for their properties, it creates dangerous conditions that can result in people being injured. Collectively, the area of law that deals with these sorts of injuries is known as “premises liability,” and it is by far one of the most common forms of personal injury suits … Continue reading “Seven Typical Reasons for Premises Liability Cases”
Read Article →Five Possible Consequences of a DUI
One of the most serious potential traffic offenses that someone can be arrested for is driving under the influence (also known as a DUI). In New York, this is split up into two types of offenses: driving while ability impaired (DWAI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI), with a DWI being more severe than a DWAI. … Continue reading “Five Possible Consequences of a DUI”
Read Article →Seven Hidden Ways a Car Accident Might Hurt You
Car accidents are always a big deal, even if no one seems to be seriously hurt at first. Even knowing this, many people can underestimate just how much a car accident can cost them medically, financially, and personally. Here are seven hidden ways a car accident might hurt you without you realizing it:
Read Article →Five Things You Should Know About Miranda Rights
Even if you have never been involved with the police in real life, chances are you are at least passingly familiar with the Miranda warning, which police officers are supposed to tell you when you get arrested. This warning, which tells criminal suspects about their basic constitutional rights, is considered an essential part of the … Continue reading “Five Things You Should Know About Miranda Rights”
Read Article →Five Reasons to Exercise Your Right to Remain Silent
Every American citizen has a fundamental right against self-incrimination thanks to the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which is often referred to as the right to remain silent. Many people are under the impression that exercising this right only makes things worse, though, and will gladly talk to the police, unaware of the … Continue reading “Five Reasons to Exercise Your Right to Remain Silent”
Read Article →Seven Common Injuries in Slip and Fall Cases
Every year, more than a million people suffer from slip and fall injuries. Also known as trip and fall injuries, they often occur when property owners and businesses fail to maintain their premises as they are supposed to. While this might seem like a minor issue, slip and fall injuries can result in severe harm, … Continue reading “Seven Common Injuries in Slip and Fall Cases”
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