Buffalo teen driver accident risk can increase in fall as school schedules return, daylight fades earlier, and new drivers face school buses, wet leaves, rain, heavier after-school congestion, and unfamiliar nighttime conditions. Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC helps families in Buffalo and Western New York understand what to do after a teen driving crash, including […]
Category Archives: Auto Accidents
A deer-related car accident in Western New York can create two separate insurance questions: who pays for vehicle damage, and who pays for injuries. If you hit a deer directly, comprehensive coverage on your own auto policy is usually the first coverage to review for damage to your vehicle, subject to the policy terms and […]
Summer car accidents in New York can involve tourists, local drivers, rental vehicles, rideshare services, borrowed cars, and insurance policies issued in different states. After a crash, you may need to identify the correct insurer, preserve travel records, arrange medical care after returning home, and meet New York reporting and claim deadlines. Andrews, Bernstein & […]
A summer crash in Buffalo involving a vacation traveler or out-of-state driver can raise questions about insurance coverage, New York no-fault benefits, evidence, medical treatment, and where a lawsuit may be filed. New York traffic laws generally apply to driving conduct in a collision that occurs in Buffalo. Insurance coverage and jurisdiction questions may require […]
In Buffalo, snow plows are essential for clearing the roads during heavy snowfall, but they can also contribute to hazardous conditions. When an accident happens involving a snow plow, determining who is responsible can be complex. Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC, can guide you through this intricate process. This piece explores the factors at play […]
In Buffalo, March is a month of drastic weather changes, which can drastically affect road conditions and lead to car accidents. As temperatures rise and fall, snow can melt, refreeze, or even change into rain, which increases the likelihood of hazardous driving situations. Understanding how these weather changes affect liability in car accident claims is […]
In the aftermath of a car accident, your first instinct may be to check for any obvious injuries or seek immediate medical attention if you’re in pain. However, some injuries from a crash are not immediately apparent and might only show symptoms days after the incident. At Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC, we understand how […]
With the holiday season fast approaching, parking lots across Buffalo and other cities are brimming with shoppers. As people rush to get the perfect gifts, the parking lots—especially those near major shopping centers—become increasingly chaotic. In this hustle and bustle, accidents are more likely to happen, and one of the most common types of accidents […]
Deer-strike accidents are not just a risk for drivers in rural areas; they have the potential to lead to serious chain-reaction crashes on highways and local roads alike. While these crashes are often associated with collisions between vehicles and deer, they are more complex when multiple vehicles become involved. A deer may jump into the […]