Distracted driving comes in many forms, which is part of the reason that it is such a big issue on the roads today. Thousands of people suffer fatal injuries in accidents caused by distracted driving, while many more suffer injuries that are survivable, but still...
2022 was a bad year for construction workers. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), a total of 35 workers were killed in trench collapses – more than twice the number killed the year before. That officially makes 2022’s trench...
Felony preliminary hearings
Crime rates may seem like completely abstract figures, but they have a bearing on everyone’s real-world experiences. Local crime rates may influence how much funding government authorities assign to different law enforcement organizations. The allocation of funds can...
The police pull you over and accuse you of driving under the influence. This has never happened to you before, and it’s hard for you to believe that it’s happening now. But you know that it’s a very serious accusation and you’re interested in the potential...
It can take some time before your divorcing process finalizes, while you and your spouse divide assets and plan child custody. During this waiting period, you may have unexpectedly found someone you’re interested in starting a relationship with or even just want to...
Divorce will inevitably mean a change in your relationship with your children. Unless you and your ex decide to try an unusual arrangement, like a birdnesting situation where the children stay in the family home, the children will move back and forth between where you...
There are many issues you have to address when you get hurt in New York. You have to find a way to replace your wages and cover your hospital bills. There may also be property damage expenses to consider. Often, insurance isn't enough to fully reimburse those severely...
Every driver in New York must meet state criteria to maintain a driver's license. They also need to follow traffic laws and carry liability insurance on their vehicle in case they cause crashes. Knowing that you can make a financial claim after someone wrecks your...
Everyone knows you that New York State requires every motor vehicle, including motorcycles, to have liability insurance. That insurance protects the person that you injure through your negligent operation of a motor vehicle. In other words, if you get into an accident...