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New York Court Examines Evidence of Proximate Cause in Car Accident Cases

Car accidents frequently happen in New York and, in most instances, are brought about by negligent driving. People injured in such crashes, therefore, will frequently pursue claims against the parties responsible for the collision. Defendants in car accident cases will rarely admit fault and may attempt to garner judgment in…

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New York Court Discusses Negligence Per Se in the Context of Car Accidents

New York’s Vehicle and Traffic laws are designed to ensure that people can safely travel the roads and highways throughout the state. When people fail to comply with these laws, it often leads to accidents, and it may constitute negligence per se or negligence as a matter of law. Recently,…

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Court Explains Comparative Fault in New York Car Crash Lawsuits

Defendants in car accident lawsuits are typically reluctant to admit liability, even if it seems clear that their behavior caused the collision that formed the basis of the plaintiff’s claims. Additionally, in many cases, the defendant will not only deny fault but will argue that the plaintiff caused the accident.…

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New York Court Analyzes Judgment as a Matter of Law in Car Accident Cases

Car accidents are common throughout New York, and in many instances, they cause not only property damage but also significant injuries. Fortunately, parties harmed in collisions caused by reckless drivers can often recover damages in civil lawsuits. While in most car accident cases, the courts will find that there are…

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New York Court Discusses Negligence in the Context of Car Accident Cases

Generally, car accidents are caused by reckless driving. Thus, a person injured in a car crash will typically seek compensation from the driver they deem responsible for the collision. Defendants rarely concede their liability, but unless they can establish a non-negligent reason for an accident, they may be deemed culpable.…

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