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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 a suspended license?
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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 by police.
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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. Here are five important factors that contribute to the likelihood of pedestrian accidents:
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“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:
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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 out for after a serious accident:
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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 hiring an attorney to contest your traffic ticket the next time you are stopped for a traffic infraction:
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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 drivers:
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 tractor trailer accidents so deadly?
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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 on the road. But what is distracted driving, and what makes it so dangerous?
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 a design defect, and how does that affect the average consumer?
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