Recently, you got your first job in the construction industry with a company in New York. You do not yet have protective clothing or equipment, nor do you know what type of equipment or clothing is best. When you do learn what you need, do you have to buy it, or...
Year: 2019
Learning how to drive safety during the winter
Harsh New York winter weather may make roads and highways dangerous for drivers and passengers. Snow, ice and poor visibility may increase the frequency of motor vehicle accidents that include serious injuries. Individuals may reduce their risk of car accidents by...
Highlighting the dangers of eating while driving
There is always a risk of you being involved in a car accident whenever you travel in your vehicle in Queens. Yet it is likely one you are willing to take, based on the assumption that other drivers emphasize safe driving practices just as you do. There are, however,...
How can you reduce the risk of falling on black ice?
Winter is fast approaching New York, and as you know, that means you are about to deal with plenty of slick and icy surfaces. Walking on ice is one of the biggest winter dangers for slip-and-fall accidents. But is there any way you can cut down on your chances of this...
Head-on collision on New York State Thruway injures 3, kills 2
A head-on collision is one of the most frightening and dangerous types of car accidents that can occur. Even more frustrating for those affected, almost all of them are preventable because they most often happen because a driver is going the wrong direction when...
Crash off an overpass kills New York teens
It was a Sunday afternoon during a holiday weekend when three teenagers in Pearl River, New York, set out in an SUV on a grocery run. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash that followed, but the two passengers are dead and the driver required...
Aggressive drivers can cause major accidents
As a New York motorist, you know firsthand how frustrating it is to be stuck in traffic when you are late to an appointment or trying to get to work. Slow drivers, construction zones and negligent motorists can make it difficult to get to where you are going and can...
Does speeding increase the risk of an accident?
Speeding is against the law in New York no matter why you do it or how far over the speed limit you go. However, because so many drivers feel speeding is okay, it is impossible for law enforcement to stop everyone from doing it. If you speed, it is a smart idea to...
What trend is causing an increase in accidents on the subway?
The New York subway is a wonderful mode of public transportation that many other U.S. cities do not have. While you may complain about it every now and then, you have to be grateful that it offers an option for getting around the city. Any delays or closures can...
Common crashes: car accident trends in New York
New York is a busy state and in the more populated areas, driving can be extremely difficult. According to the New York State Department of Health, the leading cause of injury related death is motor vehicle traffic crashes for residents of the state. The latest...