Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident could result in expensive medical bills, a decreased income and suffering. The person responsible for your accident must be accountable for the losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyers accident lawyer can help you seek complete compensation for all your losses. An attorney for car accidents can protect you against unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is required to drive their vehicle safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is the primary cause of near-collisions and collisions and is incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured due to a distracted driver you could be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting and talking on the phone when they hear the phrase distracted driving it's actually any activity that puts your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or your mind away from the task at the moment. This can include eating, grabbing items in the car, talking to passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio or personal grooming, such as shaving or applying make-up, and many more.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 per cent of near-collisions are caused by driver distraction. And even just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55 mph doubles your chance of being involved in a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident lawyer can aid. They will review your case to present the strongest arguments in favor automobile of full compensation. This includes covering all your ongoing and future expenses.

Car crashes

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the main cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distraction, such as changing radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading the road map, could cause a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, as well as inexperienced or automobile elderly drivers.

A competent New York City car accident lawyer can examine your case and determine the parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company of the defendant.

A seasoned auto accident attorney will help you obtain the compensation you're due for your injuries and losses that include future and past medical expenses loss of earnings, emotional and physical distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your accident claim includes coverage for uninsured or sub-insured drivers, if needed. This is especially crucial if the person at fault doesn't have insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Motorists who are uninsured or underinsured

Some drivers don't have insurance while others have a limited amount of coverage. If an under- or uninsured driver is responsible for causing collisions, it can be especially difficult to recover compensation for the loss. In these circumstances it is crucial to have a seasoned lawyer on your side as well as 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 type of insurance is usually included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can provide important protections if you are involved in a serious accident.

The process to file UIM/UM is the same as the standard auto accident claim. It typically involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents as well as other ones to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy.

It is important to speak with a New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the crash as possible and immediately file a UIM/UM especially when the other driver claims they do not have insurance or do not have adequate 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 destruction

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to seek compensation through the insurance company of the party at fault. Our lawyers can help you submit a claim for economic and non-economic damage, including the cost of medical expenses and lost income. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

We will record every physical evidence that is found in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked device screens. We will also gather copies of any accident or police reports, and secure any necessary information from witnesses.

The law that is in force in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if you are found to be partially responsible for the accident, your damages will be diminished by the percentage of responsibility you are liable for. The defendant may also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and therefore is not entitled to any kind of compensation.

Be sure not to give any oral or written statements to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, as they can be used against you in court. It is also essential to consult a doctor right away following your accident, because some injuries take a long time to show up and can be used against you if you try to seek compensation for your injuries later on.