Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a crash could cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a decreased income and pain and suffering. The person who caused the accident should be held accountable to cover these costs.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get full compensation for 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 be aware of the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of near-collisions and collisions and is incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be qualified for compensation.

Distracted driving could include eating, reaching for objects in the car, engaging with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls, such as the radio or temperature personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup and more. This includes eating, reaching for items in the car, engaging with passengers or adjusting the dashboard controls like the temperature or radio, personal grooming like shaving or applying your makeup, and many more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) approximately 80 percent all crashes and 65 per cent of collisions that are near-collisions happen due to distracted driving. And even just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases the chance of crashing.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, an experienced lawyer for auto accidents can assist. They can investigate your case to present the most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your future and current costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take a variety of forms, from simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability and severity, as well as the amount and extent of injuries to the victims and their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the major factor in crashes involving motor vehicles. Even the tiniest distraction like changing radio stations, applying makeup or reading a road map, can cause a serious crash. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, dangerous road conditions and weather, and inexperienced or elderly drivers.

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

An experienced attorney for auto accidents can help you get the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses, including past and future medical treatment costs as well as lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance, or has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers do not carry car insurance, and others have only a small amount of coverage. If an under- or uninsured driver is responsible for causing a crash, it can be a challenge to get compensation for your losses. In these situations, it is important to have a seasoned lawyer representing you and 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 often included in a comprehensive insurance policy and provides you with crucial security if you're involved in an accident that is serious.

The process for filing UIM/UM is the same as the usual claim for auto accidents. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these and other documents to determine if your losses fall within the boundaries of the coverage of the other driver.

It is recommended to speak with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as is possible after the accident and file an UIM/UM claim immediately 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 car has been damaged in a collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damage by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can help you in filing a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic damages, like medical bills and lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will carefully review the damage done to your vehicle, and take note of all evidence to support your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the collision as well as your property and any damage, like dents and broken glass. We will also get any police or accident reports and any witness information.

The law in New York State is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if you are held partially accountable for an accident, you'll be penalized by the proportion of blame you're given. In addition, the defendant could be found to be entirely responsible for the accident, and thus not eligible to recover in any way.

You should not give any written or oral statements to representatives of the insurance companies of the party at fault since they could be used in court later against you. You should also see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible after the accident. Some injuries can take time to manifest and may be used against you in court should you later attempt to claim compensation.