The "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" unfold during the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, during which the rate of traffic accidents, particularly those involving teenagers, significantly increases. This time spans approximately 100 days and is marked by a surge...
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In traffic, should you merge early or late?
On the interstate, drivers may encounter a construction zone or a portion of the road that has been closed off. This means that traffic has to merge because the road is being condensed down from the original number of traffic lanes. What many people will do is to...
Warmer days and cold nights create driving hazards
People who don't live in Southwestern New York or Northwestern Pennsylvania may not understand the excitement of temperatures reaching the 30s and 40s after weeks of snow and freezing cold. And while this type of weather may produce better maple syrup in these parts,...
Tips to make your holiday travels safer
Do your winter holiday plans include travel? Most upstate New Yorkers will at least be hitting the roads for local travels to shop for gifts and ingredients for holiday feasts and desserts, including Christmas cookies to leave out for Santa. According to projections...
3 things to do after a car accident
Drivers should be aware of the steps necessary to take after a car accident to ensure everyone is safe, laws are followed and an insurance claim is successful. The decisions a driver makes after an auto accident can greatly affect their life. Here’s what you should...
Determining fault in multi-vehicle crashes
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported that there were over 370,000 car crashes in the state of New York in 2022 and some of those were multi-vehicle crashes. Navigating New York's bustling streets and highways comes with a higher probability of...
4 dangers of driving at night
Millions of car accidents happen every year. While a wreck can happen at any time of the day, about half of all fatal car accidents happen at night. This is because it is inherently dangerous to drive at night. While driving at night may not be people’s first choice,...
Should you move your car after an accident?
Several matters regarding car accidents raise debates. And one of them is whether to move the vehicle or not. Moving the car to the side of the road can be a safety measure, but it can compromise evidence. So, what should you do? Here is what you should know: Are you...
Who is liable for car accidents that happen in bad weather?
In the aftermath of a car accident, determining the responsible party generally helps with matters like insurance and lawsuits. However, assigning fault may be challenging if the accident occurred in bad weather. Weather and car accidents Different weather conditions...
What should a pedestrian do after getting involved in a crash?
Traffic accidents are scary. Crashes could cause severe injuries, even if it is just a minor collision. Regarding road accidents, pedestrians have high risks of severe physical harm and, sometimes, fatalities. Unlike drivers, pedestrians have no protection from the...