In an era where smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, the temptation to use them while driving can be strong. However, texting while driving poses a significant risk to both the driver and others on the road. Recognizing the dangers, Rochester, NY, has implemented strict penalties to deter this dangerous behavior. In […]
Category Archives: Distracted Driving
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Jan
Jan
As a truck accident lawyer and car accident lawyer, I am often asked how much can be recovered for a wrongful death distracted driver accident case. As a New York prosecutor for over 36 years, I have prosecuted thousands of distracted drivers for cell phone violations, unreasonable speed, following too closely, personal injury accidents, property […]
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Jan
Jan
New York State will pay $9.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by a crash victim paralyzed in a crash caused by a New York State Trooper using his cell phone. An Erie County resident (“Claimant”) was 70 years old when the crash paralyzed him from the chest down. Another victim left paralyzed in that […]
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Jan
Jan
A vehicle operated and owned by the defendants rear-ended a vehicle operated by plaintiff while stopped for a red light. Plaintiff driver claimed that he sustained injuries to his shoulder and spine. The two passenger plaintiffs claimed injuries to their knees and spines. Defendants moved for summary judgment and an order dismissing the complaint on […]
06
Jan
Jan
Karen Noller vs. Edwin Holt was one of the largest New York personal injury jury verdicts of 2021. Noller was injured when Holt, a distracted driver traveling at 40 miles per hour, rear-ended her stopped automobile. Holt testified that he took no evasive action to prevent the impact. Noller was a 47 year old home […]