$55 Million Awarded to Double Amputee Victim of Truck Accident Angel May Rider, who suffered amputations of both legs after a truck hit her, was awarded $55 million on April 11, 2024. She struck a disabled vehicle that was stopped in her lane of travel. Shortly before that, another two-vehicle crash took place at the […]
Category Archives: Truck Accidents
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Jan
Jan
Have you been injured in an accident involving a commercial truck and need the help of an experienced NY truck accident lawyer? Truck accident claims can be more complicated than regular automobile accidents, so when hiring a Rochester, NY accident attorney, you should hire a lawyer who understands the complexities of truck accident cases. The […]
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Feb
Feb
To avoid New York State Thruway accidents, follow these twelve safety tips. 1. New York’s Move Over Law As soon as you see lights, vests or reflectors, check traffic around you, SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER if safe to do so. Drivers MUST use due care when approaching an emergency vehicle or hazard vehicle including […]
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Oct
Oct
Garbage trucks weighing 50,000+ pounds are one of the leading cause of New York vehicles involved in crashes that result in serious injury and death. They are very dangerous because of: Blind spots. Backing. Trash containers are placed in locations that require backing where there are pedestrians and unexpected vehicle movement. Complexity. Most trucks have […]