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Major Dangers In New York During the Summer Months

July 01, 2021 • 2 min read

By The Odierno Law Firm

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While several negligent acts arise on the road, the summer months often increase the dangers. Unfortunately, teen drivers are most often at risk on the roads in the summer, but dangers can cause anyone to suffer significant damage in a car accident.

From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, it is considered the 100 deadliest days of summer. During this time, teen traffic deaths increase, and the existence of other dangers can plague the roads. Here are some of the biggest dangers in the summer months.

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Long Island accident lawyer Scott F. Odierno was born in Bronx, New York, in 1967, and moved to Long Island in 1973. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Medieval and Renaissance History from Brown University in 1989. At Brown, Scott was captain of the Baseball team and a First Team All-Ivy catcher. Scott joined The Odierno Law Firm, P.C. upon graduating from New York Law School in 1992. His practice is concentrated in two fields: Personal Injury and No-Fault litigation. He is admitted to practice in Federal Court in both the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York in addition to all New York State Courts.

Distracted Driving

It’s a good time to remind your teen drivers—and everyone you love—to put the phone down and focus on the road. Younger drivers may also have several passengers in their vehicles, making for significant distractions (visual, manual, and cognitive).

More Young Drivers On the Road

The summer months often mean out-of-state travelers, younger drivers out of school, and other inexperienced parties on the road. More drivers alone create an increase in congestion, but younger and more inexperienced drivers can impact the potential of danger on the road.

More Out-of-Town Drivers

Long Island has several attractions that make it a popular hotspot in the summer months. Unfortunately, that also means drivers who may not know where they are going and are unfamiliar with traffic patterns and streets. As these drivers often use GPS, it can create some potential dangers that are challenging to avoid.

At The Odierno Law Firm, P.C., we commit to your rights. Our top priority is to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Our Long Island car accident lawyers go the extra mile to help you seek compensation and justice when you deserve it the most. We will be in your corner every step of the way to provide you a voice against negligence.

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