Back-to-school traffic changes quickly across Buffalo, New York. School buses return to neighborhood routes, parents form pickup lines, teen drivers follow unfamiliar schedules, and more children walk or bicycle near intersections. When a crash occurs, liability may extend beyond the driver who caused it. A vehicle owner, employer, school bus company, contractor, school district, municipality, […]

Teen driver crash risks can rise during summer break because young motorists often spend more time on the road, carry more passengers, drive later at night, and travel on unfamiliar routes. In Buffalo and across Western New York, summer traffic may also include construction zones, festivals, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, and vacation travel. You can help […]

Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC represents individuals across New York who are injured in motor vehicle collisions involving uninsured or underinsured drivers, including accidents that happen during summer travel. When a road trip is interrupted by a crash caused by a driver without insurance, victims often face medical bills, vehicle damage, and uncertainty about how to […]

After a summer car accident in Buffalo, your first steps should be to get medical help, call the police when needed, document the scene, notify your insurer, and avoid making statements that could hurt your claim. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps injured drivers and passengers understand their rights after crashes throughout Buffalo, Erie County, and […]

Memorial Day weekend often brings a surge in car accidents across Buffalo, New York. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC emphasizes that the first 24 hours after a collision are crucial for injury victims. Prompt actions can protect your health, preserve critical evidence, and safeguard legal rights. Understanding the steps to take—seeking medical care, reporting to authorities, […]

Being involved in a collision with a garbage truck in Buffalo can be a life-altering event. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps residents navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding these accidents, including liability and injury claims. Garbage trucks are large, heavy vehicles with significant stopping distances, and accidents often result in severe physical injuries and substantial […]

 As spring arrives in Buffalo, road construction and maintenance ramps up, and accidents related to reopened work zones increase significantly. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps residents understand who may be liable when these zones reopen, including municipalities, contractors, property owners, and even other drivers. Knowing how liability is determined can protect your legal rights and […]

As the snow melts away and Buffalo begins to embrace the warmer temperatures of spring, drivers may find themselves more comfortable behind the wheel. However, with the season’s transition comes a set of unique challenges that can affect road safety. At Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC, we see a higher volume of car accident claims during […]