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As the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic continues, there has been an increase in speeding and reckless behavior on the nation’s roadways.  Although traffic congestion is down, average driving…

In response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo recently signed an Executive Order tolling the statute of limitations for all civil claims, including personal injury…

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature reached an agreement on the New York State 2020-2021 Budget.  Included in the budget legislative…

A recent study that appeared in a division of the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that the number of cell phone related head and neck injuries in recent years has increased, likely…

According to a recent report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding roadway fatalities, fewer people are dying in vehicle crashes. That is encouraging, especially since…

What happens if you are in a car accident caused by another driver who has woefully inadequate insurance to compensate you for the pain, suffering, and permanent disability you have experienced?…

By Peter J. Gregory From Memorial Day to Labor Day, there is a sharp increase in automobile fatalities involving teen drivers.  It is what AAA calls the "100 Deadliest Days."  According…

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.  According to the National Safety Council, every day, at least 9 Americans die and 100 are injured in distracted driving crashes. A recent study of…

By Peter J. Weishaar Courts have held that a passenger in a car may be liable if he or she distracts a driver immediately before an accident.  But what about a person sending text messages to someone…

By Peter J. Gregory In a unanimous decision, New York’s highest court, the Court of Appeals, recently ruled that Facebook users might be required to turn over photos and other information that is…