Car accidents in big cities are incredibly common and New York City is not the exception. There are plenty of car accidents that take place in the city and several people who are unfortunately involved have no idea how to file a motor vehicle report. It is important...
There are many questions that arise after a person has suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence and in most scenarios, it is very hard to figure out what to do. For many, if the damages are greater than they expected, a plausible choice is to sue the negligent...
It’s a proven fact that helmets save lives and prevent serious head trauma that could cause permanent disabilities. Nearly every state in the U.S. has motorcycle helmet laws. New York is one of them. In New York, both motorcycle drivers and passengers are...
If the radio is playing “Baby, It’s Cold Outside,” then there are special precautions you need to take when riding your motorcycle. You always need precautions like a helmet on your bike, just because bike riders are more vulnerable than people in...
If you’ve just started riding a motorcycle, you want to make sure you drive it safely. Motorcycles are not surrounded by the tons of metal that car and truck drivers and passengers are, yet they share roadways with both those vehicles. So you are more vulnerable...
Motorcycles, unlike automobiles, offer a much more visceral experience – one that mandates a certain degree of risk but is rewarded with the ultimate sense of freedom. As soon as you hit the road and feel the wind in your hair, your senses are completely...
Apart from crashes with passenger vehicles, road hazards are among the leading causes of motorcycle injuries and deaths. Gravel, potholes, or uneven pavement may have little effect on a car, but these things can pose real danger for motorcycles, which are more apt to...
New Yorkers like to brag about their roadways, some of which offer the most stunning views you’ll see anywhere in the northeast. It’s why New York, especially upstate, is a top destination for motorcycling enthusiasts. When you’re ready to plan your...
In New York, the law requires that you wear a helmet that meets federal motor vehicle safety standards when you ride on a motorcycle. This is true whether you are a driver or a passenger. Helmets are required for both. You are also required by law to wear protective...
In all vehicles, mirrors are essential safety equipment. They are there for one reason and one reason only: to help you see other traffic and road conditions. If another driver, whether car, truck, or other motorcycle, is too close to you, you want to be able to see...
