Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with high medical costs as well as a lower income and suffering and pain in the aftermath of an accident. The party who was negligent in causing your accident should be liable to cover these costs.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get the full amount of compensation for your losses. A trained car accident attorney will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of near-collisions and collisions and can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured from a driver who was distracted, you may be eligible for compensation.

Distracted driving may include eating, reaching for items in the car, engaging with passengers as well as adjusting dashboard controls, such as the radio or temperature or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and more. This could include eating, grabbing items in the car, talking to passengers and adjusting dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions are caused by driver distraction. And even just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55 mph can double your chance of being involved in a crash.

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents can assist you if you've been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They will review your case and present the strongest arguments for full compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take numerous types, from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who's accountable, as well as the scope and nature of the injuries sustained by the victims and the magnitude of their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver errors are the most common cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distraction, such as changing radio stations, applying makeup or reading the road map can cause a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, unsafe road conditions and weather, as well as elderly or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney will review your case to identify the parties accountable and determine the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also discuss with the insurance company to agree on a fair settlement for your claim.

An experienced attorney for auto accident lawsuits accidents can assist you in obtaining the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses including future and past medical costs as well as lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, Auto Accident Attorneys and more. They can also ensure that your claim for compensation includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage in the event of need. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault doesn't have insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers opt not to have insurance on their cars, while some have a limited coverage. If an under- or uninsured driver causes a crash, it can be a challenge to get compensation for the losses. In these situations, it is important to have a skilled lawyer representing you and the insurer.

When the other driver's liability limits aren't high enough to pay for your losses, you may be able to file a claim under your own insurance policy's underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage. This type of insurance is usually part of a full-coverage insurance policy and it can provide important security in the event of an accident.

The procedure for filing UIM/UM is the same as the usual claim for a car accident. It generally involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents as well as other ones to determine whether your losses are covered by the policy of the other driver.

It is best to talk to a New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can after the crash and make an UIM/UM claim immediately especially if the other driver states that they do not have or lack insurance coverage. This allows your lawyer to work with the other driver's insurance provider and their own underinsured/uninsured coverage providers to get you maximum compensation for your loss.

Property destruction

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, it is possible to seek compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at fault. Our lawyers can assist you to file a claim for both economic and non-economic damages, including the cost of medical bills and lost income. You could be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will carefully review the damage to your vehicle, and take note of all evidence to support your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also collect any reports of an accident or police report and any witness information.

The law that is in force in New York State is comparative negligence, which means that even if found to be partially accountable for the accident the damages you incur will be diminished by the percentage of the liability you have been assigned. The defendant could also be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and thus not entitled to any form of compensation.

It is not advisable to give any written or oral statements to representatives of insurance companies of the parties responsible, as they can be used later in court to smear you. It is recommended that you see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible after the accident. Certain injuries may take a while to manifest and may be used against you in court if you later attempt to claim compensation.