Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident can result in costly medical bills, a diminished income and pain and suffering. The party who was negligent in causing the crash should be held responsible to compensate you for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking full compensation for all your losses. An experienced car accident lawyer will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to drive safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of collisions and near-collisions, and it can be extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you have been injured by a driver who is distracted, you may be qualified for compensation.

Distracted driving can involve eating, reaching for objects in the car, interacting with other passengers, adjusting dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature, personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup and more. This includes eating, reaching into the car for items or passengers, and changing the controls on the dashboard such as the radio or temperature. It could also involve personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions result from driver distraction. If you take your eyes off the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph could increase the risk of your crash by a factor of two.

If you've been injured in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident lawyer can help. They can look into your case and present strongest arguments for full compensation and include all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms such as simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the collision determines who could be responsible, as well as the extent and severity of the injuries sustained by the victims and the magnitude of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics the driver's error is a leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction such as flipping through radio channels, putting on makeup or reading a map - can result in an accident of serious severity. Other common causes of car accidents include reckless driving, speeding drunk driving, dangerous road conditions and weather, as well as inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer can look over your case and identify the parties at fault and determine the extent of your injuries and financial losses. They can also bargain with the insurance company to reach an equitable settlement of your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer can help you get the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses which include past and future medical expenses loss of earnings, emotional and physical suffering, and many other damages. They can also make sure that your claim for compensation includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage should it be required. This is especially crucial if the driver at fault has no insurance or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation when an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these situations, it is important to have a seasoned attorney representing you as well as 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 typically part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and can provide you with important protections in a serious accident.

The process for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the traditional claim for a car accident. It typically involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these and other documents to determine whether your losses fall within the boundaries of the other driver's insurance.

It is recommended to speak with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the crash and make an immediate claim for UIM/UM especially if the other driver says they don't have or have insufficient 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 Damage

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you may get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our lawyers can help you in submitting a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for the pain and discomfort you have experienced.

We will take note of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photographs of the accident scene the property, and any damage, like dents and broken glass. We will also take copies of any police or accident reports, and will secure any vital information about witnesses.

The law of New York State is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if found to be partly responsible for an accident, you'll be reduced in damages by the amount of blame you're given. The defendant could also be found to be solely responsible for the accident and thus not entitled to any kind of compensation.

Be wary of giving any written or oral declarations to representatives from the at-fault party's insurance providers, as these can be used against you later in court. It is also important to see a physician immediately following your accident, because certain injuries can take a while to be discovered and could be used against you if you try to obtain compensation for your injuries later.