Distracted driving accidents have become a major concern in New York, posing a significant threat to road safety. Advances in technology have caused a rise in distracted driving accidents, with many motorists now driving with a variety of distractions. Driving...
Personal Injury
What injuries come from dooring?
Cyclists have numerous dangers to keep an eye out for when traversing on busy roads. However, many do not suspect they also need to watch out for parked cars. However, parked cars are the source of the phenomenon called "dooring", which is more dangerous than a...
The bigger the car, the bigger the risk for cyclists, pedestrians
Automotive trends come and go, but signs suggest that America’s penchant for large vehicles is here to stay. The sales of large trucks and SUVs have outpaced the sales of smaller cars since 2002, and the number of pedestrians and cyclists losing their lives on New...
Study shows teen motorists prone to texting, speeding
It takes time and practice to be able to drive safely on New York’s roadways, and many teenage drivers have limited experience behind the wheel. While this, alone, raises accident risks for everyone they encounter, many teenagers also admit to engaging in dangerous...
Falls cause more than 95% of hip fractures
When you suffer a hip fracture in New York, you may find that it interferes with most areas of your life. A hip fracture is a serious injury that has the potential to make it difficult for you to work, earn a living or even get around, and research shows that the...
Does back pain affect mental health?
Back pain is one of the leading causes of people taking time off of work not only across the country, but across the globe. Despite this, many people underestimate the true impact of back pain. Not only does it seriously interfere with a person's physical...
Assessing the severity of a burn injury
Though vehicle fires from car crashes are uncommon, there are many ways that burn injuries can result from a collision. Burn injuries occur due to hot debris or contact with hazardous chemicals or a live electrical current. Burn injuries can be severe and possibly...
How safe are electric scooter rentals?
If you have noticed more electric scooters in New York City lately, you are seeing the results of a Department of Transportation effort to decrease congestion. In fact, according to a company press release, Lime recently positioned 1,000 more shared scooters in the...
Who is to blame for your e-bike injuries?
Because of New York's notoriously congested roadways, you can save a great deal of time during your commute by jumping on your e-bike. E-bikes have become exceedingly popular in recent years. In fact, according to reporting from Bloomberg, more Americans are buying...
How is TBI treated?
A serious car accident can cause a wide range of significant injuries. Traumatic brain injury is often the most serious consequence of all, as it can have a lasting impact on your life in numerous ways. It is important to receive immediate medical care after TBI, as...
