Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car accident could leave you with expensive medical bills, a lower income, and pain and suffering. The party responsible for your accident must be held accountable for these losses.

A New York City auto accident law firm accident attorney can help you get the full amount of compensation for your losses. An attorney for car accidents will protect you from unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to drive their vehicle safely and keep their attention focused on the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of near-collisions and collisions and can be extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you've been injured by a driver who is distracted, you could be qualified for compensation.

Distracted driving could include eating, reaching for things in the car, interacting with other passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and more. This involves eating, reaching into the car for things or passengers, and adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also include personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, approximately 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions are caused by driver distraction. And even just turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles your chance of being involved in 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 investigate your case to present the most persuasive arguments for full compensation. This includes covering all your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on numerous types, from minor fender benders up to massive head-on collisions. The type of accident determines liability and severity, as well as the amount and extent of injuries sustained by the victims as well as their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distraction such as flipping through radio channels wearing makeup, or reading a map - could result in an injury or accident. Other reasons for car accidents include speeding, drunk or reckless driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer can review your case to identify the parties at fault and determine the extent of your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate an acceptable settlement with the defendant's insurer.

A skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist you in getting the compensation you deserve, which could include for future and past medical costs and lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers opt not to carry insurance for their car, and others have minimal coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation if an uninsured or uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these cases, it is important to have a skilled lawyer working for 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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive insurance policy and provides you with crucial security if you're involved in a serious collision.

The process to file UIM/UM claims is similar to the typical auto accident claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these along with other documents to determine if your losses fall within the limits of the coverage of the other driver.

It's best to consult with a New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the crash and make an UIM/UM claim as soon as possible in the event that the other driver says 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 damaged

If your car was damaged in a collision and you are seeking compensation for the damage through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our attorneys can help you make a claim on both economic and non-economic damage, including medical expenses and lost income. You may also be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will keep track of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene and your property, including dents, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also get any police or accident reports and any witness information.

The law in New York is based on the principle of comparative negligence. This means that if you are found partially responsible for an accident, you'll be reduced in damages by the amount of blame you're given. The defendant may also be found to be completely responsible for the accident, and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

You should not give any written or oral statements to representatives of insurance companies of the parties at fault because they could be used in court later against you. It is also crucial to see a doctor immediately following your accident, because some injuries take time to be discovered and could be used against you if you attempt to claim compensation for your injuries later.