Car Accidents

Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 23, 2026 | Car Accidents

If you crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway, liability depends on what caused the collision. Another driver, a trucking company, a vehicle owner, or even a government entity may be responsible. After a serious accident, identifying every possible cause is important because more than one party may share fault. Using over 40 years of combined… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 21, 2026 | Car Accidents

An experienced NYC car accident attorney can impact your settlement by identifying all available damages, documenting your injuries, challenging disputed fault under Civil Practice Law & Rules (CVP) CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE 14-A, negotiating with insurers, and preparing the case for litigation when necessary. However, hiring a lawyer does not guarantee a particular settlement amount. Attorney… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 18, 2026 | Car Accidents

If you lent your vehicle to a friend or family member and they got into a car accident, you might assume the responsibility falls on them. However, at least in New York, that’s not how it works. Under Vehicle and Traffic Law § 388, vehicle owners can be held liable for injuries and damages caused… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 11, 2026 | Car Accidents

A car’s “black box” is usually an event data recorder (EDR). It can store information about what a vehicle was doing for a short time before, during, and after a crash. Many newer vehicles have an EDR, but not every vehicle does. The type of information recorded also depends on the car’s make, model, year,… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 4, 2026 | Car Accidents

The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) is one of Brooklyn’s most important—and aging—transportation routes. Approximately 130,000 vehicles travel the BQE each day, including about 13,000 trucks. The city-owned BQE Central section between Atlantic Avenue and Sands Street is now about 20 years beyond its original design life. For drivers, deteriorating infrastructure, heavy traffic, construction, narrow lanes, and… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 24, 2026 | Car Accidents

After a New York City car accident, you need to know whether the other driver has insurance. This information can affect where you file a claim and what compensation may be available. New York requires drivers involved in certain accidents to provide insurance information. If you did not get it at the scene, there may… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | July 9, 2026 | Car Accidents

Yes. Commercial air travel is generally much safer than driving. Although airplane crashes receive significant media attention, they are far less common than motor vehicle accidents, and the risk of dying in a commercial airline crash is extremely low. Flying is considered one of the safest forms of transportation because of strict federal regulations, extensive… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | June 2, 2026 | Car Accidents

Car accidents happen in many different ways, but some collisions are especially dangerous because of the way vehicles are impacted. One of the most serious types of crashes is a T-bone accident. Also known as a side-impact collision, a T-bone crash can leave victims with severe injuries, costly medical bills, and long-term emotional trauma. Understanding… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | May 21, 2026 | Car Accidents

There is no fixed timeline for how long a car accident settlement takes in New York. Some claims resolve in a few months, while others take a year or longer. The timing usually depends on may case specific factors. Understanding what affects the timeline can help explain why some cases move quickly and others do… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | May 14, 2026 | Car Accidents

Back and neck injuries are among the most common injuries suffered in New York car accidents. Even a seemingly minor crash can leave victims dealing with chronic pain, limited mobility, missed work, and ongoing medical treatment. One of the first questions many injured drivers and passengers ask is: “What is the average settlement for a… read more