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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Feb-2021

  What Types of Car Accidents Are the Most Dangerous?

  In 2018, a total of 36,560 people died in motor vehicle crashes. Data from the Insurance Information Institute suggests most fatal crashes were the result of side-impact collisions (17.9%), head-on collisions (10.8%), rollover accidents (7.8%), and ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Feb-2021

  What Is the Most Common Kind of Car Accident?

  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): “ Rear-end crashes are the most frequently occurring type of collision, accounting for approximately 29 percent of all crashes and resulting in a substantial number of ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Jan-2021

  Police Involved in 3 Local Car Accidents

  In the past couple of months, a few of the most newsworthy local car accidents have involved police action – and even police officers themselves. Five people were killed when a driver crashed into a car full of teenagers while evading the ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Jan-2021

  What Are the Safest Cars to Buy in 2021

  If you’re looking for a new car, make sure you check safety ratings before making your purchase. Today’s cars are safer than ever, and some vehicles stand out. Whether you’re looking for a small or midsize car, a sedan, or even a ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 18-Dec-2020

  Wrongful Death Claims | Gruenberg Kelly Della

  How Hard Is It to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim? By: Gruenberg Kelly Della Losing a loved one in a wrongful death is probably one of the most difficult experiences that any family will endure. These are the kinds of deaths for which no one is ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Dec-2020

  New York Car Accident Statistics: What They Show

  New York Car Accident Statistics: What They Show By: Gruenberg Kelly Della Traffic accidents occur in our state and across the country every day. Unfortunately, they are the cause of enormous physical, emotional, and financial suffering for those ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 20-Nov-2020

  What to Do After a Winter Weather Car Accident

  Staying Safe on New York’s Winter Roads Between the harsh storms, bitter cold, and early sunsets, there is a considerable risk for auto accidents during New York winters. If you fall victim to an accident, the season’s conditions could ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 10-Nov-2020

  Minimize Your Risk of a Slip and Fall this Winter

  How to Safely Navigate New York’s Slippery Sidewalks A New York winter is beautiful from your window, yet slightly frightening when you’re tasked with going out and braving the road conditions it has created. As you step into the spirit ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Oct-2020

  How to Drive Safely Through a Construction Zone

  No one likes it when road construction clogs the streets of their city because it usually causes traffic to back up. You can plot a course around construction zones in some cases, but, in other situations, there is just no avoiding it. If you have ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 20-Oct-2020

  Safe Driving on Halloween Night

  According to Safe Kids Worldwide® , Halloween night is statistically the worst year for fatal pedestrian accidents involving young children. Based on data the group has gathered, Halloween night sees 200% the amount of child traffic-related ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Sep-2020

  Who Receives Compensation from a Wrongful Death Claim?

  By filing a wrongful death claim, the people who have been most significantly impacted by the death of a negligence victim can receive compensation for their losses. Although the loss of a person can affect many people’s lives, the right to ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 14-Sep-2020

  Is it Necessary to Identify a Hit and Run Driver After an Accident?

  Hit and run accident cases are much more complicated than typical car accident cases, because there is often no at-fault driver present to pin liability on. The absence of another driver can worry injury victims, who often feel that they are unable ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 31-Aug-2020

  How is Liability Determined for a Rear-End Collision?

  Rear-end collisions can cause severe damage. The force of this type of car accident can cause both parties to sustain injuries such as whiplash, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, bruising, and broken bones. Treating such injuries can be ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 14-Aug-2020

  Does No-Fault Car Insurance Cover Non-Economic Damages?

  If you live in a no-fault state like New York, you can feel secure in the fact that your expenses should be covered in the event of a car accident. Although you will likely receive compensation for your medical bills and property damage if you file a ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Jul-2020

  What Happens if a Personal Representative Cannot File a Wrongful Death Claim?

  Wrongful death claims can only be fired by certain people. In general, the only people who are permitted to file a wrongful death claim under the law are the people who are most significantly impacted by the death. Some states also allow legal ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 21-Jul-2020

  How Do Criminal Charges Affect Car Accident Claims?

  Car accident claims, if they do enter litigation, are handled in civil court. The goal of car accident claims is to recover compensation for injured parties. This differs from criminal court, in which the goal of litigation is to punish a person for ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Jun-2020

  Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in New York?

  The funds that are recovered through a wrongful death claim provide financial support and compensation for damages to the people who have been most significantly impacted by these substantial acts of negligence. Although compensation is almost always ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Jun-2020

  Is New York a No-Fault State?

  State negligence laws either follow “no-fault” or “at-fault/fault-based” principles. These principles govern whether liability is considered in personal injury cases. In cases of car accidents, injury victims either must file ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 15-May-2020

  New York Distracted Driving Laws

  Distracted driving is a highly dangerous behavior that can cause severe accidents and significant injuries. As the hazards of distracted driving have become increasingly apparent, state and local governments have enacted laws to curb the issue. In ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 6-May-2020

  Who is Liable for Truck Accidents Caused by Maintenance Issues?

  Semi-trucks are complex vehicles that require frequent repairs and attentive maintenance to operate safely. Without proper maintenance, truck accidents can occur. To prevent such incidents, truck drivers and their employers must adhere to strict ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 24-Apr-2020

  Can You Sue a Hit and Run Driver in a No-Fault State?

  Drivers who commit hit and run accidents — in which they collide with a driver and then leave the scene — fail to meet the basic care that all drivers owe to each other. Hitting and running is one of the most negligent things a person can ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Apr-2020

  Will Insurance Cover Damages from a Fatal Car Accident?

  Learning that your loved one died in a car accident is extremely devastating. Such news is completely unanticipated and overwhelmingly upsetting. Unexpected deaths also carry financial damages that the family of the deceased must account for. In most ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 11-Mar-2020

  How Do Lawyers Investigate Truck Accidents?

  After getting into a motor vehicle accident with a truck, you may face obstacles if you want to file a personal injury claim. Commercial truck drivers are often trained by companies to deny responsibility in accidents, and companies have their own ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 11-Mar-2020

  New Limousine Safety Bills Signed into Law in New York

  New York politicians have agreed to pass new limousine safety bills to target unsafe limos and lenient regulations. The bills were proposed and passed after two deadly New York limo crashes in 2015 and 2018. The legislation includes the following new ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 27-Feb-2020

  The Role of Reconstruction in Wrongful Death Cases

  When car crashes end in fatalities, families of the deceased are left feeling a whirlwind of emotions that include grief, anger, and anxiety, among others. While many families want to achieve justice for their loved one and file a wrongful death ...

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