Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident could leave you with expensive medical bills, a decreased income, and pain and suffering. The negligent party responsible for the accident should be held accountable to pay for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing full compensation for all your losses. A car accident lawyer can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to drive their vehicle safely and keep their attention focused on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you've suffered injuries due to a distracted driver you could be eligible for compensation.

While many people think of texting and calling when they hear the phrase distracted driving it's actually any activity that takes your hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or mind off the task at hand. This could mean eating, grabbing items in the car, engaging with passengers and adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature or personal grooming, such as shaving or applying make-up, and much more.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. And even just turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases your risk of a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist. They can look into your case and make the most convincing arguments for compensation which includes covering all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can be in many different types, from minor fender benders up to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who is responsible, as well as the scope and nature of the injuries suffered by victims and the extent of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics, driver error is a leading reason behind motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction like switching radio stations or applying makeup or reading a road map, can result in a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, unsafe road conditions and weather, and inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can review your case and identify all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to reach a fair settlement for your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer can assist you in getting the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries that include future and past medical costs and lost earnings, physical and emotional suffering, and many other damages. They can also make sure that your claim for compensation includes coverage for under-insured or uninsured motorists, if necessary. This is especially important if the person at fault doesn't have insurance, or is only carrying the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers choose not to have insurance on their cars, while others have only a small amount of coverage. If an under-, or uninsured driver is responsible for causing collisions, it can be difficult to collect compensation for your losses. In these situations, you should have a competent legal advocate to assist you in achieving your objectives as well as the goals of 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 part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and could provide you with crucial protections in a serious accident.

The process of filing an UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a standard car accident claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents as well as other ones to determine whether your losses are covered by the policy of the other driver.

It is essential to consult a New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the accident as you can and immediately file a UIM/UM particularly if the other driver claims they don't have insurance or have inadequate 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 damaged

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you file a claim for both economic and non-economic damages, such as medical bills and lost income. You may be entitled to compensation for the pain and discomfort you have experienced.

We will document all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, including dents, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also take note of any accident or police reports and any information about witnesses.

The law in New York State is based on the principle of comparative negligence. This means that if you are found to be partially responsible for an accident, you'll be able to reduce your damages by the proportion of blame you are awarded. The defendant could also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and therefore not eligible to claim any compensation in any way.

Be sure not to give any written or oral statements to representatives from the at-fault party's insurance companies, since these could be used against you in the future in court. You should also see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible following the accident. Certain injuries may take time to show and may be used against you in court if later you attempt to claim compensation.