Every year, an estimated 15,000 people are injured in pedestrian accidents across the state of New York, resulting in about 3,000 hospitalizations and 300 deaths. In many cases, these accidents would be avoidable if not for the reckless or negligent actions of motorists who do not take appropriate care while driving. Here are five common risk factors associated with pedestrian accidents:
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Why Do You Need Title Insurance?
Title insurance is considered a standard part of most real estate transactions, despite it technically not being mandatory for most real estate deals in New York. However, not everyone understands what it is, despite the essential role it plays in protecting buyers and sellers from potential legal problems. So why do you need title insurance for your real estate transaction, and what might happen if you do not have it?
What Should You Do if You Get in an Uber Accident?
As rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become more prevalent, the number of accidents involving rideshare vehicles has also increased. However, these are not like ordinary auto accidents, as the laws surrounding these services can be both complicated and inconsistent across jurisdictions. So what exactly should you do if you get into an Uber accident, and what does that mean for you?
Blind Swimmer Competes in Paralympic Events
Anastasia Pagonis, a 20-year old from Long Island, NY, is set to compete in the 2024 Olympic games in Paris. While this is impressive in itself, what makes it more amazing is that she is blind, and holds a world record for fastest time in women’s 400 meter freestyle S11 event. She took home the … Read more
Seven Major Causes of Burn Injuries
While the summer can be a fun time for just about everyone, it is also the time when people are most likely to suffer from accidental burns. If you are not careful, or if others act recklessly, your fun in the sun could be interrupted by a trip to the emergency room. Here are seven major ways that people can suffer accidental burn injuries:
Five Important Clauses to Know in Your Real Estate Contract
In any real estate contract, there are a number of important clauses that are regularly included. The better you understand these components of your contract, the better equipped you will be to handle your real estate transaction. Here are five important clauses you should know in your real estate contract:
The Importance of Performing a Title Search
It is considered customary to perform a title search as part of any real estate deal, and it is often included as a requirement in real estate contracts. This is important for protecting both the buyer and seller from potential legal woes, both now and in the future. But what exactly is a title search, and what might happen if you do one as part of your real estate transaction?
How Does Aggressive Driving Cause Accidents?
Aggressive driving is a shockingly common issue that factors into as many as half of all fatal auto accidents. For this reason, it is essential to avoid drivers who exhibit signs of aggression and engage in reckless driving behaviors. But what exactly is aggressive driving, and how can it cause motor vehicle accidents?
What Makes Drunk Driving So Dangerous?
Drunk driving is one of the most dangerous behaviors that drivers engage in, with approximately one in every three motor vehicle accidents involving an intoxicated driver. This means that people who want to protect themselves from accidents need to be wary of those driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. But what exactly makes drunk driving so dangerous, and what can you do to protect yourself from drunk drivers?
Should You Have a Real Estate Lawyer Represent You at Closing?
If all goes well, you should have your real estate deal done by the time you are ready to close the transaction. Because of that, some people believe there is not much point in having a lawyer with you at a real estate closing, and may consider trying to handle it all themselves. However, if you do that, you can put yourself at a serious risk of potential legal difficulties, which may emerge at the last minute.
