Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car accident can cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a reduced income and pain and suffering. The negligent party responsible for the crash should be held responsible to compensate you for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can help you pursue full compensation for all your losses. An attorney for car accidents can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a duty to drive their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of near-collisions and collisions, and it can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured as a result of distracted drivers, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear distracted driving It's actually anything that puts your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or takes your mind off the task at hand. This involves eating, reaching into the car to find items as well as interacting with other passengers and adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), about 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are caused by distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases 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 look into your case and provide the most persuasive arguments for full compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms including simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the collision determines who could be liable, as well as the extent and severity of the injuries suffered by victims and the amount of financial losses.

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

A New York City car accident attorney will look over your case and identify the parties at fault and determine the extent of your financial and physical injuries. They can also bargain with the insurance company to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.

An experienced attorney for auto accidents can assist you in getting the compensation you're entitled to for your losses and injuries which include past and future medical expenses loss of earnings, physical and emotional stress, and other damages. They can also make sure that your accident claim includes insurance coverage for uninsured and sub-insured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is particularly crucial if the person at fault does not have insurance, or has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't carry insurance and others only have minimal coverage. It isn't easy to collect compensation when an under-insured or uninsured driver causes a collision. In these situations, it is important to have a knowledgeable attorney representing you as well as 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 coverage is usually part of an insurance policy that covers all of your needs, and can provide you with important protections in the event of a serious accident.

The process of filing a UIM/UM is similar to the usual claim for auto accidents. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents and other documents to determine whether your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It's best to consult with an New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can following the accident and submit an immediate claim for UIM/UM especially if 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 then you may be able to pursue compensation for the repairs through the insurance company of the responsible party. company. Our attorneys can assist you with filing a claim in order to recover economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

We will carefully review the damage that was caused to your vehicle, and take note of all evidence to support your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene and your property, such as scratches, broken glass, and cracked device screens. We will also collect any police reports or accidents and any witness information.

The law in New York State is based on negligence that is comparative. This means that if found to be partly responsible for an accident, you'll be able to reduce your damages by the amount of blame you receive. The defendant may also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and therefore not entitled to any compensation.

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