In this video FAQ, Hach & Rose, LLP attorney Halina Radchenko discusses how you can file an underinsured claim against your household motor vehicle insurance policy. She stresses the importance of selecting a legal team that has experience with underinsured motorist accident claims. Attorney Radchenko and the team at Hach & Rose, LLP have extensive experience helping individuals who have been hurt in an auto accident in New York City, so contact them at (212) 779-0057 to discuss your claim today.

Long Island man, William Billups, is being charged with second-degree manslaughter and other charges after his passenger died in a traffic accident while he was trying to escape police.

Roughly five minutes before the accident occurred, Billups was found speeding by police in Roosevelt. Police directed Billups to pull over for a routine traffic stop, but once both vehicles were off the road, Billups waited until the police officer exited his patrol car before speeding away. After about ten blocks, Billups ran a stop sign and collided with another vehicle, sending both cars into the front yard of a neighboring house. All three people from the two vehicles involved in the accident were hospitalized and Billup’s passenger passed away shortly thereafter.

William Billups is currently on parole and has been arrested over 20 times for various offenses including felony robbery.

At Hach & Rose, LLP, our attorneys believe that negligent drivers must be held accountable for the damages they have caused. We are dedicated to helping our clients recover the highest possible compensation for their injuries. Contact us at (212) 779-0057 to speak with a member of our legal team today.

Even after a young girl was killed by a car during the fair last year, car accidents continue to be a problem in Astoria. Attorney Halina Radchenko describes her experience with car accidents in the neighborhood she calls home.

Many families with young children live in Astoria. Despite its low speed limit and other precautions meant to reduce car accidents, collisions are not uncommon. Radchenko outlines some of her thoughts concerning these accidents here.

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Snapchat, a social media app, recently came under fire for its “speed filter” feature, which tracks how fast someone is driving while they take a selfie. Attorneys are claiming that this feature has proved a contributing factor to many distracted driving accidents in the country.

One lawyer says that because Snapchat photos and videos disappear seconds after they are posted, they demand more concentration. Earlier this week, Georgia local Wentworth Maynard filed a legal complaint against Snapchat and a young driver for a car accident that resulted in Maynard’s serious brain injuries. The lawsuit claims that the driver, a young woman, was using Snapchat while she was driving at 100 miles per hour because she was using the speed filter feature.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of an accident due to a reckless driver in New York, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Hach & Rose, LLP are prepared to help you hold negligent drivers responsible. Call our offices at (212) 779-0057 to discuss your situation and explore your legal options.

A New Jersey State Police sergeant has been charged with driving while intoxicated after an incident on Oct. 27. The officer was working construction detail and was at a rest stop when he rear-ended another vehicle. The identified police official is Sgt. Michael Roadside who has served 28 years as a law officer.

Roadside was reportedly near the Garden State Parkway construction site where he was working traffic security when he rear-ended a white Audi at a Monmouth rest stop. First responders on the scene reported he had a blood alcohol level of 0.16, twice the legal limit.

Spokesman Captain Stephen Jones of the New Jersey State Police stated that Roadside was stripped of his service weapon and suspended without pay following the accident. He is being charged with driving while intoxicated, careless driving, and having an open container of alcohol in his patrol vehicle. Roadside is expected to appear at the Wall Municipal Court at a future date.

At Hach & Rose, LLP, our New York drunk driving accident attorneys hold irresponsible drivers accountable for the injuries and damages they cause others. If you were injured in an accident through no fault of your own, please contact our team of dedicated attorneys to seek compensation for your injuries. Call (212) 779-0057 for more information on how our offices can assist you after your accident.

A man was found at fault for a chain-reaction accident that injured several other drivers and killed one man. Kendall Owens was impaired while driving due to the use of the drug PCP. He was found responsible for the crash on William Floyd Parkway that involved four vehicles.

Richard Garcia, the deceased victim of the crash, was immediately taken to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center and pronounced dead.  All other injuries were minor and the patients released from the hospital.

Owens admitted to his use of PCP directly to the media while walking from the precinct where he was being held. He referred to the drug as “the worst drug in the world.”

Car accidents that are caused by drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs can leave devastating consequences for all involved, including injuries, expensive medical bills, potential lost wages, and even death. Contact the personal injury attorneys at Hach & Rose, LLP if you were injured in an accident caused by a dangerous driver. For more information about how we can help you, call (212) 779-0057 today.

Four members of a bridal party were killed when a red pickup truck crashed into their limousine at around 5 p.m. on July 18 as they were on their way back from a vineyard in Long Island, New York, the Blaze reported.

According to preliminary investigations, the limousine was trying to make a U-turn at an intersection when the red truck it on its side. The limo was severely damaged.

Three women were declared dead at the scene of the accident while another succumbed to mortal injuries after being rushed to a nearby hospital. Two other women, including the bride, remain in the hospital with serious injuries. The limo driver was also injured and was expected to recover. The driver of the truck, who was also taken to a local hospital to treat non-life-threatening injuries, was charged with driving while intoxicated and was allegedly arrested for the offense.

Every year in the U.S., thousands of individuals are killed in automobile accidents, with millions more suffering injuries. In fact, auto accidents are the leading cause of some of the most serious injuries suffered every year in the United States, including brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. To read more about car accidents and the dedication that the attorneys at Hach & Rose, LLP, have for helping car accident victims, click here.

Following a motor vehicle accident, it is not uncommon for insurance companies to attempt to get a statement from everyone involved in the incident. Unfortunately, in far too many instances, insurance companies later use these statements to try and avoid providing payment to individuals who suffered injuries in the accident. To learn more about what you can do to protect your legal rights in the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, click here.

While New York motorists are required by law to carry at least $25,000 in liability insurance coverage, the sad reality is that the full costs of injuries sustained in car accidents often far exceed this amount. If a driver only has the required minimum amount of liability insurance and causes an accident, those injured in the accident may wonder how they can receive compensation for injuries that are in excess of $25,000. Fortunately, individuals have the option to carry Supplemental Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist coverage that can help make up the difference between the costs of an accident and the insurance coverage of the responsible driver. Learn more about this important type of coverage by clicking here.