Car Accidents

If you’ve been in a car crash in Fishkill, New York, or anywhere in the Hudson Valley area, you may wonder how long you have to file a personal injury claim. At Maurer Law, our experienced team, led by Ira M. Maurer, is here to help you understand the timeline after an auto accident. We have recovered over […]

Driving requires your full attention, but distractions can easily take your focus off the road. Distracted driving accidents are a major issue in New York, leading to severe injuries and even fatalities. Understanding the common causes of these accidents can help you stay safer on the road. Types of Distractions While Driving Distractions while driving fall

Commercial vehicle crashes can have devastating consequences. They can lead to severe injuries, substantial medical expenses, and emotional trauma for those involved. In the aftermath of such accidents, people may wonder if they can seek compensation to cover their medical costs and other damages. This article will answer your most pressing questions.  Why a Commercial Vehicle

Driving is a necessary part of most people’s day-to-day lives. But that doesn’t make it any less stressful for some when heading out onto the road to wherever they’re headed. And their stress isn’t unwarranted—especially with distracted driving accidents becoming all too common with the advent of modern telecommunication and technologies. While most people don’t consider

If you or a loved one is a victim of drunk driving, it is important that you get appropriately compensated for the damages. However, trying to take on the legal system on your own can be extremely overwhelming, and lead to you getting taken advantage of and under-compensated. In this blog, we are going to discuss

New York State’s highest Court, The Court of Appeals has ruled that Electronic Logging Devices (ELD’s)which help commercial trucking companies keep track of their fleet truck’s location, engine hours and miles do not constitute an unreasonable search.  Commercial truck drivers are limited by federal regulations in the number of hours that they can be on

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving claimed more than 3,500 lives in 2020 alone, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). That’s why it’s so important to remember to drive safely and responsibly this month and every month. We must be mindful and aware of our surroundings when we get behind