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How safe is your vehicle’s infotainment system?

Over the past few years, vehicles have been catching up with the latest technology. It’s now common for Buffalo residents to drive cars that come with digital devices, called infotainment systems, built into the center console. Although these systems include helpful features, they might not be as safe as manufacturers claim. In the digital age, you may feel pressured to be “always on,” or constantly accessible through phone calls, texts and email. For this reason, texting and driving has remained a major issue on New York roadways, but infotainment systems might soon replace phones as the top cause of distracted

September 19, 2019 No Comments

‘Smart’ semi-autonomous cars lack intelligence

On behalf of The Joy E. Miserendino Law Firm, P.C. posted in car accidents on Friday, May 24, 2019. The tech and automotive worlds were abuzz in 2015 when revolutionary electric automaker Tesla publicly released its “Autopilot” feature. A first-of-its-kind technology, it allowed cars to drive and park semi-autonomously. In the three and a half years since its launch, software and hardware updates have added more features like lane changes, freeway navigation, parallel parking and others. But Tesla’s Autopilot feature may not be all it’s cracked up to be. Consumer reports recently tested the newly updated “Navigate on Autopilot” driving system. It found “it doesn’t work

September 12, 2019 No Comments

Are your child’s toys safe?

As the holiday season has ended, now is an excellent time to take a look at some of the new toys your children received and see if any appear on a recall list. This year’s list includes a children’s book and trike, among others. Keeping your child safe while providing stimulating and fun entertainment may prove difficult. However, there are some steps you can take before adding an item to your cart to help ensure your child will not get hurt. Is it size appropriate? The younger the child, the larger components the toys should contain. Small parts or accessories may break off

September 12, 2019 No Comments

Motorcycle accident? 6 steps to take now

On behalf of The Joy E. Miserendino Law Firm, P.C. on Wednesday, September 19, 2018. In a bustling state like New York, there are a lot of people who choose to make their motorcycle a daily driver or just take it out for a leisurely spin. However, being a motorcyclist on a busy road can be a risk to your safety. According to the National Highway Safety Association, New York is a dangerous state to be a biker. From 2014 to 2015, there was a staggering 14 percent increase in motorcycle fatalities. Step 1: Make sure you are uninjured It is important, especially for

September 12, 2019 No Comments

Three tips to avoid fatal boating accidents

Summer is a time to enjoy the weather and to get outdoors with friends and family. One common activity in New York is to hit the lakes for a relaxing boat getaway. Unfortunately, despite our advances in boating and safety technology, there has been an increase in boating fatalities in the last two years. What makes this especially frustrating is that most of these accidents were easily preventable. Driving a boat may feel different than driving a car, but that does not mean you should put less effort towards your safety. Here are three tips to keep in mind when you

September 12, 2019 No Comments

Bad signs can cause serious accidents

Highway departments place signs by the roadside in order to clarify what happens just ahead. People depend on signs, especially when they are in area they are not familiar with. But unless the sign is carefully worded and placed, the sign itself can lead to serious accidents. Ambiguous signs People understand STOP signs at intersections. After that, there are many opportunities for ambiguity. Google confusing street signs and you will get a taste of how absurd signage can be: An intersection with signs indicating 20 different state and county roads. You are almost guaranteed to be rear-ended while you try to make sense

September 12, 2019 No Comments

How important is the auto accident investigation?

Highway departments place signs by the roadside in order to clarify what happens just ahead. People depend on signs, especially when they are in area they are not familiar with. But unless the sign is carefully worded and placed, the sign itself can lead to serious accidents. Ambiguous signs People understand STOP signs at intersections. After that, there are many opportunities for ambiguity. Google confusing street signs and you will get a taste of how absurd signage can be: An intersection with signs indicating 20 different state and county roads. You are almost guaranteed to be rear-ended while you try to make sense

September 12, 2019 No Comments

Keeping your loved ones safe from amusement park accidents

School is out, the temperatures are up and you made it your business to take the kids to a few carnivals and amusement parks this season. Though there are rides, games and a variety of attractions to keep you and your children busy, you may want to keep in mind that it is all fun and games until someone gets hurt. Amusement parks may seem like the perfect environment for family fun, but they are also full of hazards that could prove dangerous to you and your loved ones. Ride malfunctions, operator error and other incidents can happen that can cause

September 12, 2018 No Comments

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