The act of crossing the street at an intersection in the city should be safe for all to do; however, that is not always the case on the busy streets of New York, unfortunately. A fatal accident recently took the life of an elderly woman. The 77-year-old was tragically...
Fatal accident in New York takes young woman’s life
Being a passenger in a vehicle is essentially putting one's life in the hands of another. Subsequently, driving a vehicle with passengers is taking on the legal responsibility for the lives of those passengers. When a driver acts negligently or ignores the law,...
Teenage passenger dies in fatal accident in New York
When a driver agrees to take passengers in a vehicle, that driver has a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of those passengers. If a passenger is injured, or worse, as a result of the recklessness, carelessness or negligence of a driver, the passenger, or the...
Woman arrested after fatal accident in New York
Depending on the circumstances, crossing the street can be treacherous endeavor. However, if everyone abides by the rules of the road, there may be minimal chance of an accident. One recent incident in New York proved to be a fatal accident after a pedestrian was...
Man charged after fatal accident in New York
Being aware of the actions and driving patterns of others is one way to stay safe on the road. However, when other drivers are acting in a reckless or illegal manner, no amount of vigilance will keep other drivers and passengers safe. A recent fatal accident in New...
Fatal accident takes life of man visiting New York family
Walking along the roadway can be inherently dangerous, particularly at night. Both drivers and pedestrians must be alert for any potential problems and be aware of their surroundings at all time. If an accident occurs, a pedestrian can be critically injured or worse...
Accident may open door to wrongful death suit
Pedestrians have to share the road with vehicles everywhere. There are very clear rules and laws pertaining to how cars are to look for and react to pedestrians on the road. Despite those rules of the road, every year, pedestrians become involved in accidents. When a...
Fatal accident takes life of woman visiting New York
In large metropolitan areas, bikes are a common site. In fact, bike lanes serve to ensure bikes, vehicles, drivers and pedestrians are all safe from harm and injury. However, when a bike is ridden in the roadway or in the wrong lane, an accident can occur. Recently in...
Fatal accident in New York intersection costs a woman her life
There are some intersections here in New York that are more dangerous than others. They may have a higher rate of car or pedestrian accidents and many Manhattanites know to use caution when they are traveling through one of these areas. Even so, drivers still owe...
Wrongful death suit filed by New York family in daughter’s death
Losing a loved one is a tragedy no family should ever have to endure. It is particularly painful when that family member is young and just starting their adult life, full of potential and optimism for the future. A New York family is experiencing just such a...