A tragic and high-profile drunk driving crash on the New York State Thruway is once again drawing attention to the devastating consequences of impaired driving across the Hudson Valley and New York City region.

Driving through busy corridors like the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-287 in Harrison, the Bronx River Parkway, or Route 9A requires constant focus and quick reaction times. But what many drivers in White Plains, Yonkers, the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan don’t realize is that even legally prescribed medications can seriously impair their ability to drive — sometimes with devastating consequences.
At The Law Offices of Norman Gershon, we have seen firsthand how medication-related impairment can lead to serious crashes. If you’ve been injured, working with an experienced car accident lawyer in Westchester County or NYC can make all the difference in protecting your rights.

Weather has long been recognized as a major factor in car accidents—but when you combine dangerous conditions with driver urgency, the risks multiply. Recent driving studies confirm what many New York drivers already experience firsthand: snow, rain, and time pressure significantly increase the likelihood of a crash. For drivers navigating busy corridors like I-287, the Hutchinson River Parkway, the Bronx River Parkway, or crowded streets in White Plains, Yonkers, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx, these risks are very real.

A tragic crash on Route 9A in Mount Pleasant, Westchester County serves as a stark reminder of how quickly dangerous road conditions can turn deadly. A fallen tree blocked part of the southbound roadway near Hawthorne during the early morning commute. One driver attempted to avoid the obstruction, lost control, and crashed into another tree along the shoulder. Despite rapid emergency response and lifesaving efforts, the driver later died from his injuries.This heartbreaking incident highlights a critical issue for drivers across Westchester County, White Plains, Yonkers, and down into NYC (Bronx, Manhattan, Queens)—unexpected roadway hazards can create split-second decisions with devastating consequences.

Spring break is a time to unwind—but for many drivers across Westchester County, White Plains, Yonkers, and New York City (Manhattan, Bronx, Queens), it also brings a spike in traffic and serious car accidents. At The Law Offices of Norman Gershon, we see it every year: spring break crashes that leave victims dealing with injuries, lost income, and insurance complications—especially when accidents happen out of state.

Every year, the shift to Daylight Saving Time changes more than just the clocks—it can also affect driving conditions and increase the risk of serious car accidents. For drivers across Westchester County, White Plains, Yonkers, and throughout New York City, the transition can create a dangerous combination of fatigue, darker mornings, and altered traffic patterns.

If you’ve ever been tailgated on the Hutchinson River Parkway, cut off on I-287 in White Plains, or confronted by an aggressive driver on the Major Deegan or Cross Bronx Expressway, you’ve seen how quickly road rage can turn deadly. Road rage isn’t just rude driving — it’s dangerous conduct that contributes to serious and fatal car accidents.

A serious rollover crash in Harrison, New York raises important safety and legal questions — especially when victims are trapped inside a vehicle. Rollover crashes are among the most dangerous car accidents we see in Westchester County and throughout New York City, including White Plains, Yonkers, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens.

Most people understand the danger of texting while driving or holding a phone to their ear. What’s less understood—and just as important—is this: hands-free phone use can still be dangerously distracting.

Winter in Westchester County, NY and throughout New York City brings icy mornings, snow-covered parkways, and dangerous driving conditions. From the Hutchinson River Parkway to I-287, the Taconic State Parkway, and busy streets in White Plains, Yonkers, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx, most drivers know to slow down for black ice.
But there’s another serious hazard many motorists overlook: snow and ice left on top of vehicles.