Most people who get hit by a bus in New York are told the same thing: "You have 90 days." That advice is not wrong, but it's incomplete, and the part that gets left out is the part that costs people money first. There's a shorter deadline that starts running the day...

Motorcycle crashes often result in devastating injuries because riders have far less protection than occupants of passenger vehicles. A recent fatal collision on Round Swamp Road in Melville serves as another tragic reminder of how quickly a routine ride can become a life-altering event for victims and their families. While this crash occurred on Long Island, the circumstances surrounding it underscore the dangers motorists face throughout Westchester County, White Plains, Yonkers, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and across the New York metropolitan area.

A tragic hit-and-run crash in Corona, Queens has left one woman dead and investigators searching for the driver of a gray Ford that fled the scene. Incidents like this are heartbreaking reminders that pedestrians and motorists alike face serious risks every day on New York City’s busy streets.

A serious two-vehicle rollover crash in Yorktown Heights on July 27, 2026, serves as another reminder of how quickly a routine drive can turn into a life-changing event. According to reports, the collision occurred in the 2900 block of Springhurst Street, where one vehicle overturned, trapping an occupant inside. Emergency responders from the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department worked to safely extricate the victim before they were transported to a nearby trauma center for medical treatment. Authorities continue to investigate what caused the crash.

If you were hurt in a work zone crash in Westchester, the money can come from the other driver, the construction contractor, or the public agency that owns the road. Here's the part almost nobody gets right: I-95 through Westchester is the New England Thruway, run by...

A tragic crash on the Bethpage State Parkway claimed the life of 23-year-old Jordan Nasir Saint Fort Colin in a head-on collision, reminding drivers throughout New York how devastating motor vehicle accidents can be. While authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, every fatal collision serves as a powerful reminder that safe driving and understanding your legal rights are essential after a serious accident.

Railroad crossing accidents are among the most devastating incidents that occur on New York roadways. A recent tragedy at the Merritts Road crossing in Farmingdale serves as a heartbreaking reminder that a single moment near railroad tracks can have life-changing consequences. While every accident has unique circumstances, these incidents often raise important questions about roadway safety, crossing design, warning systems, and whether negligence played a role.

Short answer: Yes, you can still recover in New York if a crash worsened a condition you already had. New York's eggshell plaintiff rule means a driver takes you as they find you. What changed is the proof. A May 26, 2026 amendment to Insurance Law § 5102(d) removed...

A tragic motorcycle crash in Melville, Long Island, claimed the life of a 38-year-old motorcyclist after he was reportedly thrown from his Ducati during a fiery collision. The devastating accident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine exactly what caused the crash. Incidents like this serve as a sobering reminder that motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic or fatal injuries due to the limited protection riders have compared to occupants of passenger vehicles.

A devastating hit-and-run crash involving a young child has once again highlighted the dangers pedestrians face on New York City streets. According to reports, authorities are searching for the driver responsible after a 6-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle in East New York, Brooklyn, on July 16, 2026. The child suffered serious injuries, and the driver allegedly fled the scene without stopping to provide aid or identify themselves. Incidents like this are heartbreaking reminders of the responsibilities every motorist has under New York law.