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Common Causes of Crashes Involving Improper Turns in New York

Wrong Turn Car Accident NY

We will handle your claim from start to close, shoulder the burden of paperwork, collect strong evidence, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. According to the NHTSA, in 2019, about 419 drivers lost their lives in car accidents involving improper turns. This is heart-breaking, mainly because the New York traffic laws require …

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How to Prevent Back Over Accidents in New York

Back Over Accident NY

Have you or your loved one been hurt in a New York back-over accident? Call our injury attorneys at Apicella & Schlesinger Attorneys at Law. Every year, 232 people die, while 13,000 suffer injuries due to back-over accidents. Even more shocking, most back-over accident victims are children younger than five years old and older adults. …

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5 Things to Remember When Working on a Scaffold to Prevent Accidents

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Working on a scaffolding structure is a potentially risky endeavor. It is, therefore, important to make safety your topmost concern. According to the United States Department of Labor, 4,500 workers are injured in scaffold-related accidents every year. However, these accidents can be avoided if you take the necessary safety measures. Here’s how you can prevent …

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Are You Responsible if Someone Else Drives Your Car and Gets in an Accident?

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If a friend or a family member is involved in an accident after borrowing your car, your insurance company should generally step up and cover the damages. Giving your car key to a friend, colleague or relative may seem like a minor thing. However, if an accident occurs when someone else is driving your car, …

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5 Steps to Pursue Compensation After a New York Motorcycle Accident

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If you have been injured in a New York motorcycle accident, here are five important steps you should take to protect your right to compensation. A motorcycle crash can leave even the most experienced motorcyclist confused and shocked. However, quickly taking the proper steps can help you recover the total amount of compensation you are …

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