Car accidents are stressful even in the best of circumstances. Typically, medical bills and car repair bills pile up while you are sidelined by your injuries. The insurance company that is supposed to compensate you for those bills doesn’t make things any easier. Car insurance claims processes are filled with red tape. It can often feel like the only th[ ... ]
If you’re a parent and a driver, it’s important that you stay up to date on New York’s laws regarding car seats and boosters. These are important, first and foremost, for your child’s safety; however, breaking one of the rules can result in hefty penalties in some circumstances. We go into detail on the state’s rules on child car seats and boosters in this article, including guidelines for infant and convertible car seats and the fines associated[ ... ]
If somebody lends you their car, that is a big responsibility. You should try to return the car to them in the same state you received it, preferably with a full tank of gas to thank them for their generosity. But what do you do if the worst-case scenario happens and you get into a car accident while driving someone else’s car? Besides working out a truly epic apology, you should report the car acci[ ... ]
Blind spot monitoring (BSM) systems are a great safety feature in cars to detect vehicles in the driver's blind spots and warn that a vehicle is approaching so it would be hazardous to change lanes. BSMs are helpful since it is easy to miss a vehicle in a car’s blind spot -- the space just off the rear quarter areas of the vehicle -- especially if the driver has problems turning their neck fully or their car’s outside mirrors are not properly set. Whi[ ... ]
T-bone car accidents are among the most scary and destructive types of car accidents. Drivers of both cars can potentially face serious injuries and death. In every case, fault will be determined by the circumstances of the accident. What criteria are used to determine fault in T-bone accident situations in NYC? Have you suffered injuries and losses because of a T-bone accident in New York? Tu[ ... ]
Being involved in a car accident is stressful enough under normal circumstances; dealing with an at-fault driver who’s uninsured adds a significant extra problem. To be sure you won’t have to face this issue, it’s important to know how to find out if a driver has car insurance in New York City. Luckily, there are a number of ways you might be able to access this information. We detail them in th[ ... ]
Evidence is the cornerstone of any successful legal case, and video footage of an event unfolding is just about the strongest evidence you can possibly present. Luckily, with the proliferation of surveillance cameras across the United States in recent years, it’s never been easier to track down footage of a car accident after the fact. In New York, traffic cameras, private security cameras, and busi[ ... ]
New York City, the “City That Never Sleeps,” is also a place that never stops moving. With an ever-increasing number of vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians sharing the road, officials have their work cut out for them when it comes to keeping everyone safe. Traffic cameras and red-light cameras are among the tools the authorities use to preserve order on the bustling streets of the Big Apple. If you’ve been in an accident that involved a red-light viol[ ... ]
Find Out Who Pays for PT After a Car Accident in NY Car accidents can leave you with severe injuries that require physical therapy in order for you to get better. If you need physical therapy over an extended period of time, it can quickly become expensive, and it is natural to wonder if insurance will cover the cost. The answer depends on factors such as the insurance coverage you have an[ ... ]
Right-of-way laws are meant to keep traffic flowing smoothly. However, these laws are not always intuitive, and many drivers are simply not familiar enough with them. Here is a review of NY right-of-way laws to help you stay safe when out and about in New York. If you were injured in a car accident, contact the traffic accident lawyers at Tucker Lawyers. We offer free initial consultations. Call (516) 399-2364 to speak about your case with a persona[ ... ]