A tragic multi-vehicle collision in Cortlandt has once again underscored the devastating consequences serious traffic accidents can have on families throughout Westchester County. According to reports, a 28-year-old man lost his life in a crash near Locust Avenue, while two other people suffered injuries. Incidents like this serve as a sobering reminder that even a routine drive can change lives in an instant.

A tragic coach bus crash on the Long Island Expressway has once again reminded New Yorkers just how devastating serious motor vehicle accidents can be. According to reports, a coach bus carrying passengers collided with another vehicle before a chain reaction caused the bus to overturn, cross the median, and enter oncoming traffic. Crashes involving buses and other large commercial vehicles often result in catastrophic injuries because of their size, weight, and the number of passengers involved.

A car crash is stressful no matter what. But if you didn't have insurance when it happened, the worry gets a lot heavier. You're probably stuck on one question above all the others: Can I still get money for my injuries, or did being uninsured shut the door for good?...

An overnight tractor-trailer crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Scarsdale serves as another reminder of how quickly serious accidents can occur on one of Westchester County’s busiest commuter routes. According to authorities, the collision happened shortly after 11:00 p.m. near Exit 12 when a southbound tractor-trailer struck the Mamaroneck Road bridge. The crash temporarily shut down portions of the roadway while emergency crews responded and worked to safely reopen traffic.

Most people think a not-at-fault crash is simple. The other driver caused it, so their insurance pays, right? In New York, that's not how it starts. State law makes you file with your own insurance company first, no matter who hit you. Get that part wrong, and you can...

Fault in a New York car accident is decided by matching the evidence against the state's traffic laws to give each driver a share of the blame, written as a percentage. That percentage starts as an insurance adjuster's opinion, can be argued in arbitration between...

Tailgating may seem like a minor driving mistake, but following another vehicle too closely is one of the leading causes of serious rear-end collisions throughout Westchester County and New York City. Whether you’re traveling on I-287, the Hutchinson River Parkway, the Bronx River Parkway, the Saw Mill River Parkway, the Cross Bronx Expressway, or local roads in White Plains, Yonkers, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn, tailgating can turn an ordinary commute into a life-changing crash.

A recent partial roadway collapse along the southbound Saw Mill River Parkway near Hastings-on-Hudson serves as an important reminder that not every motor vehicle accident is caused by another driver’s negligence. Sometimes, dangerous road conditions, aging infrastructure, poor drainage systems, and severe weather can create life-threatening hazards for unsuspecting motorists.

You felt it before you saw it. The other car came in too fast, and now you're left with a wrecked vehicle, a sore neck, and a story that doesn't match what the other driver is telling their insurance company. They say they were going the limit. You know they weren't....

You were in a crash. You did everything right. You called the police, gave your statement, and now you're waiting for the official report so you can move forward with your insurance and your life. And waiting. And waiting. Days turn into weeks. You check the system...