Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with a large medical bill and a decrease in income and suffering and pain as a result of a car crash. The person responsible for your accident should be held accountable for these losses.

A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking complete compensation for all your losses. An attorney for car accidents can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you've suffered injuries due to a distracted driver, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

While many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear the phrase distracted driving it's actually any activity that requires your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off the road, or thoughts off the task at hand. This involves eating, reaching into the car to get items, interacting with passengers and adjusting the controls on the dashboard like the radio or temperature. It could also involve personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are caused by distracted driving. And even just turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles the 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 will review your case and make the strongest arguments for full compensation, including covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on numerous forms, ranging from minor fender benders up to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the crash determines who may be at fault, as does the extent and severity of the injuries suffered by the victims and the extent of their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver errors are the main reason for motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distractions such as flipping through radio channels wearing makeup, or reading a map - could result in an accident of serious severity. Other common causes of car accidents are reckless driving, speeding drunk driving, bad road conditions and weather, as well as elderly or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney will analyze your case to identify the parties at fault and determine the severity of your injuries and financial losses. They can also bargain with the insurance provider to reach an equitable settlement of your claim.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can assist you in getting the amount you are due, which includes for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim for compensation includes coverage for under-insured or uninsured motorists, if necessary. This is particularly important if the at-fault driver does not have insurance, or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance, while others have a limited amount of coverage. It is difficult to obtain the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist is the cause of a collision. In these situations it is essential to have a skilled lawyer representing you and 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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive insurance policy and provides you with crucial security in the event of being involved in a serious accident.

The procedure for filing a UIM/UM is similar to the typical auto accident claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and repairs to your vehicle. The insurance company will review these and other documents to determine whether your losses fall within the limits of the other driver's coverage.

It is recommended to speak with a New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can following the accident and submit an UIM/UM claim immediately, particularly when the other driver claims that they don't have 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 was damaged in a collision and you are seeking compensation for the repairs by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you file a claim for both economic and non-economic damages, including medical bills and lost income. You may be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will record all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photographs of the accident scene and your property, including dents, broken glass, and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also collect copies of any accident or police reports, and also secure any essential witness information.

The law in New York State is based on comparative negligence. This means that if you are found partially responsible for an accident, you will be able to reduce your damages by the amount of blame you receive. The defendant could also be found to be solely responsible for the accident, and therefore not entitled to any compensation.

You should not give any written or oral explanations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the party at fault because they could be used in court later against you. You should also visit a doctor as soon as possible following the accident. Certain injuries may take some time to manifest and may be used against you in court should you later attempt to claim compensation.