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car crash back pain
12 Nov

Everything You Need to Know About Back Pain After a Car Crash

After a car accident, you might feel fine initially because adrenaline masks the pain. However, car crash back pain develops from the forceful way your body moves during impact, straining or damaging muscles, ligaments, ...

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auto accident lawyer no injury
12 Nov

Do You Need an Auto Accident Lawyer for a No-Injury Crash in Buffalo, NY?

Not every car accident results in visible injuries, but that doesn't mean you can simply walk away. Even a minor fender-bender can spiral into property damage bills, insurance runarounds, and claim denials. If you've bee...

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t bone accident
7 Nov

What to Know About a T-Bone Accident

T-bone accidents rank among the most devastating types of collisions seen on Buffalo roads. When one vehicle strikes the side of another, the impact can cause life-altering injuries, mounting medical bills, and confusion...

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5 Nov

What You Need to Know About Multi-Car Accidents

Crashes with three or more vehicles rank among the most dangerous and confusing incidents on the road, and a multi-car accident, typically begins with one impact that triggers a chain reaction. These collisions can resul...

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29 Oct

What Is Reckless Driving

A split-second mistake can cause an accident, but when a driver chooses to ignore the safety of others, the outcome is often far more serious. The question of “What is reckless driving?” becomes vital when dangerous ...

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22 Oct

What Happens if You Have No Insurance but the Other Driver Was at Fault?

Traffic collisions create overwhelming stress, but the complexity multiplies when you lack insurance coverage, especially if the other driver clearly caused the incident. Many people facing this situation ask, "What happ...

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15 Oct

What Is a Fender Bender Accident

A fender bender accident is usually a low-speed crash that tends to happen in heavy traffic, at busy intersections, or in parking areas. Although it might seem minor at first glance, it is still a valid car accident and ...

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10 Oct

Is New York a No-Fault State

  A car accident can leave you overwhelmed between medical bills, lost income, and the uncertainty of what to do next, it’s easy to feel stuck. One of the most common questions drivers ask after a crash is: “...

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8 Oct

Auto Accident Head Injury

An auto accident head injury can affect every part of your life, sometimes right away and other times hours or even days after the crash. A sudden jolt or direct blow to the head may lead to a traumatic brain injury (TBI...

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15 Sep

What Happens If You Hit Someone With Your Car By Accident, And They Die

Key Takeaways New York may impose criminal charges like vehicular manslaughter after a fatal accident. Drivers must stop, call 911, remain, and cooperate after a fatal collision. Fault is determined by examini...

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13 Sep

Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident?

Truck accidents often raise complicated questions about responsibility. Victims may wonder who is liable in a truck accident. To answer that question clearly, several parties may share responsibility in a truck accident,...

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11 Sep

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

A slip and fall can happen in an instant, often leaving you shaken, injured, and unsure of your next steps. In those critical moments, knowing what to do after a slip-and-fall accident can help protect your health and le...

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5 Sep

What to Do After a Minor Car Accident

A low-speed crash on a busy Buffalo street might seem like nothing more than a brief interruption — until you start thinking about injuries, repairs, and whether you’ve met your legal obligations. Those first few min...

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4 Sep

What Is the Most Common Type of Lift Truck Accident?

Forklifts are essential in Buffalo warehouses and construction zones, but dangerous. What is the most common type of lift truck accident? Tip-overs, or rollovers, top the list. These crashes happen when the truck becomes...

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20 Aug

How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take

Most people want to know how long the legal process might last after a serious motorcycle accident or other injury. At O’Brien & Ford, we often hear concerns about timing, especially from clients who are facing mou...

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