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NEW YORK’S NEW BUDGET INJURES ACCIDENT VICTIMS

On May 28th, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law this year’s New York State Budget. The budget was eight weeks late, and will negatively impact those injured in automobile accidents....

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COURT’S RULING WILL RESULT IN UNINSURED RENTAL CARS ON THE ROAD

A New York law that rental car companies carry a specified minimum amount of insurance on rented vehicles has been struck down by the New York Court of Appeals. Auto...

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Rear End Car Collisions

In a rear end car collision, there is an assumption that the rear vehicle is at fault. An occupant of the front vehicle is entitled to summary judgment unless the...

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New York State DMV Overhauls Driver Point System

The State of New York employs a point system to track unfit and dangerous motorists. Under the point system, the state allocates points to motorists if they commit driving offenses....

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New York City Legalizes Jaywalking

Jaywalking has officially been made legal in New York City. A bill to legalize jaywalking was passed by the New York City Council on October 26, 2024. It then became...

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New York’s Move Over Law (VTL Section 1144-A)

As soon as you see lights, vests or reflectors, check traffic around you, SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER if safe to do so. Drivers MUST use due care when approaching...

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Can I Sue Uber if an Uber Driver Is at Fault for an Accident?

  Uber, and other “rideshare” companies, have become more and more popular over the last few years. However, as the amount of people using rideshare services has increased, so to...

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Understanding Supplemental Spousal Coverage in Automobile Insurance

Automobile insurance policies offer various types of coverage to protect motorists in different scenarios. One such coverage is Supplemental Spousal Insurance Coverage, which proves invaluable in cases where one insured...

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Dash Cam To The Rescue

More and more drivers are taking advantage of the low cost and convenience of dash cam cameras while driving. In the case of Vigdorchik v. Vigdorchik, the plaintiff was a passenger in...

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New Jersey Increases Minimum Liability Insurance

Currently, New Jersey drivers can insure their vehicles with as little as $15,000 in liability coverage.However, a new law has been passed that increases the minimum auto liability insurance requirements...

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