Auto Accident Attorneys

You may be left with high medical costs, a decreased income, and suffering and pain as a result of an accident. The party responsible for your accident should be held accountable for these losses.

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

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive in a safe manner and be aware of the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's one of the main causes of collisions. If you've been injured as a result of distracted drivers, you may be eligible for compensation.

While many people think of texting or calling when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that takes your hands off of the steering wheel, eyes off of the road, or takes your mind away from the task at the moment. This involves eating, reaching into the car for things or passengers, and adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. And even just taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases the risk of a crash.

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

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms, from simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of collision determines who could be at fault, as does the severity and extent of the injuries suffered by victims and the magnitude of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a primary reason behind motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distraction such as flipping through radio stations making-up or reading a map - can result in an accident that is serious. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or older drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer will analyze your case and pinpoint the parties accountable for your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to agree on an acceptable settlement for Auto Accident Attorneys your claim.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can assist you in getting the amount you are due, which includes for past and future medical expenses and lost wages, physical and mental stress, and other injuries. They can also make sure that your claim for compensation includes the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the person at fault has no insurance or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Motorists who are uninsured or underinsured

Some drivers opt not to carry insurance for their car, and others have minimal coverage. When an under- or uninsured driver causes a crash, it can be a challenge to get compensation for your loss. In these circumstances you must have a competent legal advocate to help you meet your goals, as well as those of 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 policy and can provide you with important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious collision.

The process to file UIM/UM claims is similar the usual claim for a car accident. It usually involves the submission of copies of your medical bills and repairs to your vehicle. The insurance company will review these documents as well as other ones to determine if your losses are covered by the policy of the other driver.

It is important to speak with an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the accident as you can and start a UIM/UM immediately especially when the other driver claims they don't 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 may get compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist with filing a claim in order to recover financial and non-economic damages, including medical bills and lost wages. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will thoroughly review the damage to your vehicle and then record all physical evidence for your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident as well as your property and any damage, including fractured glass or dents. We will also collect any police reports or accidents and any witness information.

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

Be careful not to give any oral or written statements to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, as these can be used against you later in court. You should also visit an ophthalmologist as soon as possible following the accident. Some injuries can take time to show and may be used against you in court if you later attempt to claim compensation.