Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident can result in costly medical bills, a diminished income, and even suffering. The party who was negligent in causing the accident should be held accountable to pay for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get full compensation for your losses. A car accident lawyer can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is required to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It is an important factor in collisions. If you have been injured from a driver who was distracted, auto accident Attorneys you could be qualified for compensation.

Distracted driving could include eating, reaching out for items in the car, engaging with passengers changing dashboard controls like the radio or temperature personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup, and many more. This could mean eating, grabbing items in the car, interacting with passengers or adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature or personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up, and more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions are caused by driver distraction. The act of taking your eyes off the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can double your crash risk.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident attorney can help. They can look into your case and make most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your ongoing and future expenses.

Car crashes

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics show that driver error is the most common driver's fault in motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction such as switching radio stations, applying makeup or reading the road map, could cause a serious crash. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or older drivers.

A competent New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and identify the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the insurance company to agree on a fair settlement for your claim.

A skilled lawyer for auto accidents can help you receive the compensation you deserve, such as for past and future medical costs as well as lost wages, mental and physical emotional distress, and more. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by coverage for uninsured or sub-insured drivers, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault is not insured or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Motorists who are uninsured or underinsured

Some drivers don't carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. It isn't easy to collect the compensation you are due if an uninsured driver causes a collision. In these situations it is important to have a qualified legal advocate who can help you meet your goals, as well as those of 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 type of insurance is usually included in a comprehensive insurance policy and provides you with crucial protections if you are involved in a serious accident.

The process of making a UIM/UM claim is similar to making a typical car accident claim. It is usually a matter of submitting copies of your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will evaluate these and other documents to determine where your losses fall within the bounds of the other driver's coverage.

It is essential to consult an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the accident as you can and start a UIM/UM immediately especially in the event that 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 car is damaged in an accident, it is possible to seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at fault. Our lawyers can help to file a claim for both economic and non-economic damage, including medical expenses and lost income. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will record every physical evidence that is found in your case. This includes taking pictures of the accident scene and your property, such as scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also take note of any reports of an accident or police report and any witness information.

The law in New York State is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if held partially accountable for an accident, you'll have your damages reduced by the amount of blame you receive. In addition, the defendant could be found to be completely responsible for the accident and, therefore, not able to recover in any way.

You should not give any written or oral statements to the representatives of the insurance companies of the party at fault, as they can be used later in court against you. It is recommended that you see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible after the incident. Some injuries can take some time to manifest and may be used against you in court if you later attempt to claim compensation.