Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car accident can leave you with expensive medical bills, a reduced income, and even suffering. The person who caused your accident should be held accountable for these losses.

A skilled New York City Covington auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can help you pursue complete compensation for all your losses. A skilled attorney in car accidents will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive safely and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you've been injured from a driver who was distracted, you could be qualified for compensation.

Although many people think of texting and 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 mind off the task at hand. This includes eating, searching for things in the car, interacting with other drivers as well as adjusting the controls on the dashboard like the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and much more.

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

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents can assist you if been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They can look into your case and present most convincing arguments for compensation which includes covering all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms including simple fender benders and even devastating head-on collisions. The type of crash determines who may be liable, as well as the scope and nature of the injuries suffered by the victims as well as the extent of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a main driver's fault in motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distractions such as switching radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading a road map, can cause a serious crash. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or older drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate an equitable settlement with the insurance company of the defendant.

A skilled auto accident lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve, such as for past and future medical costs and lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also make sure that your accident claim includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage should it be required. This is especially important if the driver at fault is not insured or has insurance, or has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have minimal coverage. It can be difficult to get compensation if an uninsured or uninsured driver causes a collision. In these cases it is crucial to have a knowledgeable 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 coverage is typically part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and will provide you with vital protections in a serious accident.

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

It is important to speak with an New York City alliance auto accident attorney accident lawyer as soon after the crash as possible and file a UIM/UM right away particularly when the other driver claims they do not 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 damage

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to get compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist with filing a claim in order to recover economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You could be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will keep track of every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the collision and your property, including dents, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also gather copies of any police or accident reports, as well as secure any vital information about witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if you're found to be partially at fault for the accident and you are found to be partially responsible, your damages will be reduced by the proportion of liability attributed to you. The defendant may also be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and thus not entitled to any compensation.

Be cautious not to provide any oral or written statements to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance providers, as these could be used against you in court. You should also visit your doctor as soon as possible after the incident. Certain injuries may take time to manifest and could be used against you in court if you try to claim compensation.