Category Archives: Car Accident

August falls within the 100 Deadliest Days, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen crash risks rise across the country. New York traffic safety officials report that 30 percent of deaths involving drivers ages 16 and 17 occur during June, July, and August. During this part of the summer, teens may drive […]

A back-to-school car accident in Rochester may involve more than one responsible party. A negligent driver is often the first person examined, but liability may also extend to a vehicle owner, employer, school bus contractor, school district, municipality, road contractor, or another party whose conduct helped cause the crash. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps injured […]

If you are hit by an uninsured driver during summer travel in Rochester or elsewhere in New York, you may still have a path to compensation through your own insurance coverage, especially uninsured motorist coverage. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps injured people understand how New York accident claims work when the at-fault driver has no […]

Hit-and-run accidents in Rochester during summer festival season can happen suddenly in crowded streets, busy intersections, and event parking areas where visibility is limited and traffic is unpredictable. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps individuals understand what to do immediately after these incidents, from protecting health and documenting evidence to navigating insurance claims and legal options […]

 During the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer, New York sees a marked increase in traffic accidents, particularly involving teen drivers. At Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC, we help families navigate the legal and insurance challenges that follow these accidents, ensuring teens’ rights are protected and compensation is pursued appropriately. This period, spanning from Memorial Day through […]

After a summer road trip car accident in Rochester, New York, your first priorities are safety, medical care, documentation, and a timely insurance notice. New York no-fault rules generally require written notice to the applicable no-fault insurer within 30 days of the crash, and New York DMV rules may require a crash report when someone […]

When a teen driver causes a summer car accident in Rochester, New York, legal responsibility may fall on more than one person or entity. The teen driver may be responsible if careless driving caused the crash, but a parent, vehicle owner, employer, or another negligent driver may also share liability depending on the facts. New […]

Spring break is a time of travel, celebration, and increased road activity across New York. Residents and visitors alike are often on the roads for vacation trips, weekend getaways, or visits to family and friends. During this period, traffic patterns change significantly, and accidents become more common. At Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC, we have seen […]

April showers bring a higher volume of car accidents throughout Rochester, New York. At Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC, our attorneys frequently assist clients involved in collisions caused by wet road conditions. Rain creates hazards that go beyond slick pavement. Reduced traction, diminished visibility, and unpredictable braking distances all increase the likelihood of crashes. Even minor […]