Motor Vehicle Powers of Attorney

Multiple parties are often responsible for the accident. In these instances the jury can distribute damages to the victim according to their percentage of negligence.

While DMV hearings aren't connected to criminal court, an experienced NYC traffic attorney can make a huge impact on the outcome of your case. Gannes & Musico, LLP has years of experience representing clients in these proceedings.

Power of Attorney

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows the person to authorize someone else to perform actions in his or her name. The document can confer broad or limited powers, and must be prepared in accordance with state law. The document must be signed by the signer or notarized in front of a notary public or a witness. A motor vehicle accident law firms vehicle power-of-attorney grants the agent the authority to perform responsibilities related to vehicles that could include selling a car. You can prepare an Power of Attorney by yourself by contacting your local Department of Motor Vehicles, or visit a free legal website like eForms.com or NYLawHelp. You can also request someone to assist you.

Third parties can refuse to comply with Powers of Attorney. This can be due to many reasons. In certain situations it can cause harm to the principal. The third party could be held responsible for these damages.

To prevent this from happening, to avoid this, the Power of Attorney should include provisions that say that the agent will not take title to any property or real estate owned by the principal, unless specifically specified in the document. The document should also specify that the agent must provide a third party with the details of every transaction and other matter in which they act on behalf of their principal.

DMV Hearings

You have the right to an appeal hearing when DMV makes a decision that is discretionary against you (such as the suspension of your license for refusing to take breathalyzer tests). Hearings can be held in person or over the telephone, and usually conducted by the DMV driver safety hearing officer. DMV provides all evidence against the person, including any witnesses it has subpoenaed, at the hearing. Then you're able to provide evidence in support of your claim (documents or witnesses, or your own testimony) challenge the case of DMV in closing arguments, and ask questions of the hearing officer.

In the end, winning an DMV hearing is largely contingent on the specifics of your case, however you are more likely to win by hiring an attorney. A lawyer can help to determine if the police officers who were involved in your case made any mistakes during the arrest, such as not clearly informing you that your license would be suspended if it was not possible to take the breath test.

Although you aren't legally required to use an attorney at the time of a DMV hearing by law hiring a NYC DMV lawyer can make the process more efficient. An attorney is knowledgeable about all the laws that apply to these cases and can help you present your case in a professional manner. In addition, they can assist you in avoiding being unfairly penalized by the DMV.

License Suspension

The Department of Motor Vehicles can suspend your license and driving privileges if you're found guilty of specific traffic violations or other legal violations. The suspension or revocation of your license will normally remain in place until you have completed the necessary steps to get it back.

Depending on the state in which you live, there are many different reasons your driver's licence may be suspended. In states that require points, for instance excessive accumulation of points could result in a suspension. A judge can also suspend your license due to an offense in traffic. In the majority of instances, courts will allow you to drive with a restricted driving license during the period of suspension or cancellation.

In some states your license may be suspended for certain crimes, including DUIs and vehicular manslaughter. Your license can also be revoked when you do not pay back child support or other civil debts. It is also possible to lose your license if you suffer from a medical issue that makes driving a car unsafe.

Your New York lawyer can help you determine the validity of your license and the best way to proceed. They will explain to you that in most cases, if your license has been suspended, then you have the right to a hearing at the DMV.

Representation

A representation letter is an important document that an attorney sends to the person he plans to sue. This puts the other party in the loop that they now have a representative who will represent them, and it also allows the attorney to ask for information and documents from that party.

Many motor vehicle accident cases are in the tort doctrine of negligence. Negligence is defined as a failure to exercise the degree of care expected from someone who is reasonably prudent under similar circumstances. Automobile accidents usually involve multiple factors that can cause or contribute to the incident. For instance, a driver's carelessness could result in driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, speeding up or not paying attention to traffic signals. Other factors include distracted driving such as using a mobile phone or attempting to put on makeup while driving.

In some cases two people who are injured in an accident in a vehicle want the same lawyer to represent them. However, it's ethically unwise for one attorney to represent both a passenger and driver in a personal injury claim. This is because each client has an interest conflict. This can be overcome by establishing a separate agreement between each client. In addition, passengers can employ their own lawyers to file a suit against the driver.