New York City is a bustling metropolis, known for its iconic skyline, vibrant culture, and an intricate network of roads and streets. However, it's also infamous for its potholes, which can turn a seemingly routine commute into a treacherous journey. Pothole-related injuries and vehicle damage have become a common problem in the...
Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents
Road Defects That Can Contribute to Car Accidents
Not all accidents are the result of driver negligence. In many cases, a road defect is to blame. Whether it’s because of poor maintenance or simply a failure to correct a dangerous condition, these hazards can lead to serious injury, missed time from work, and other losses. Holding the responsible entity liable...
New York Car Accident Laws
Car accident laws are a set of legal rules and regulations that govern the rights and obligations of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians involved in a motor vehicle accident. These laws vary depending on the jurisdiction but typically cover issues such as:
Liability: determining who is at...What should I do if I run over car crash debris?
Car accidents are an unfortunate and all-too-common occurrence on the roadways. In addition to the physical and emotional trauma that can result from a collision, car accidents can also cause debris to scatter across the roadway. This debris can pose a danger to other drivers and their vehicles. If you run...
Common Causes of Intersection Crashes
According to the Federal Highway Administration, approximately one-half of all traffic injuries and one-quarter of traffic fatalities are attributed to intersections. If you or someone you love has been involved in an intersection automobile accident, you could be facing significant medical bills, lost time from work, and extensive recovery time. You shouldn’t...
Proving Liability in a Lyft Accident
If you’ve been in any kind of automobile accident where negligence was a factor, you have the right to seek damages from the at-fault party. The same is true when the accident involves a rideshare company, like Lyft. However, this situation is more complicated than a standard car crash. It will...
What To Do If Road Debris Caused Your Accident
Not all accidents involve collisions with other vehicles. There are numerous wrecks caused by debris left carelessly in the street. A road debris accident can cause not only property damage to your vehicle but also serious injury. It can even prove fatal in some cases. Establishing who is at fault for these...
Steps to Take if you’ve Been Injured in an Uber Accident
Any type of car accident is upsetting. You may be faced with serious and painful injuries that require extensive medical treatment. You could be unable to work and pay bills while you recover. Perhaps most stressful of all is worrying whether the at-fault party will pay for your injuries. At Miller,...
Identifying Fault In A Multi-Car Accident
When two vehicles get into a collision, establishing liability is relatively straightforward. The issue is far more complicated when multiple automobiles are involved. Not only do more vehicles equate to more drivers, but potentially more causes of the overall accident. Sorting through these wrecks, and determining who is to blame and why,...
How Poorly Maintained Tires Can Cause Automobile Accidents
Drivers are responsible for ensuring that their automobiles are in safe working condition. Part of that responsibility includes making sure tires are properly maintained. Tires that are not in good shape can cause a serious or even fatal accident. Sometimes, the blame lies with other individuals such as car mechanics or...