Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be left with high medical costs and a decrease in income and pain and suffering due to an accident. The party responsible for your accident must be held accountable for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you obtain full compensation for your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents can also help you avoid unfair denials from insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to operate their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It is a major cause of collisions. If you've been injured as a result of distracted drivers you could be entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear distracted driving It's actually anything that takes your hands off of the steering wheel, your eyes off the road, or thoughts away from the task at the moment. This includes eating, reaching inside the car to get items or passengers, and adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature. It can also be 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 near-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. Even turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph can double the chance of crashing.

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents can assist you if been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They will investigate your case and make the strongest arguments for a full settlement and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms such as simple fender benders, to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability, as does the severity and nature of the injuries to the victims and their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest of distractions like changing radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading a road map, could result in a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, and inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney will review your case to identify the parties accountable and determine the extent of your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the insurance company to reach an acceptable settlement for your claim.

A seasoned auto accident attorney can assist you in getting the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries, including past and future medical costs and lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim includes insurance for motorists who are uninsured, or under-insured, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the person at fault does not have insurance, or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers opt not to carry insurance for their car, and others are covered only in the minimum. It isn't easy to collect compensation when an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these situations, it is important to have a knowledgeable attorney representing you as well as the insurance company.

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 included in a comprehensive policy and can provide important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious accident.

The procedure for filing a UIM/UM is similar to the usual auto accident claim. It usually involves the submission of copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents as well as other ones to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy.

It is crucial to talk with a New York City auto accident lawsuit accident attorney as soon after the accident as you can and file a UIM/UM right away especially when the other driver states they do not have insurance or lack 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 can seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at fault. Our attorneys can assist you in submitting a claim to recover economic and non-economic expenses, like medical bills and lost wages. You could also be eligible to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will record every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the accident and your property, as well as any damage, like scratches and broken glass. We will also get any accident or police reports and any information about witnesses.

The law that is in force in New York State is comparative negligence which means that even if you are found to be partially responsible for the incident, your damages will be diminished by the percentage of responsibility you are liable for. The defendant may also be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and therefore not entitled to any kind of compensation.

It is not advisable to give any written or oral explanations to representatives of insurance companies of the party at fault as they may be used later in court to smear you. It is also important to visit a doctor as soon as you can after the accident, since certain injuries may take a while to show up and can be used against you if you attempt to obtain compensation for your injuries later on.