Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a crash could leave you with expensive medical bills, a lower income, and even pain and suffering. The person who caused the accident should be held accountable to pay for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident law firm accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing the full amount of compensation for all your losses. A car accident lawyer can protect you against unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a duty to drive safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is the leading cause of collisions and near-collisions and is incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured by a driver who was distracted, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting or calling when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually anything that puts your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or mind away from the task at hand. This includes eating, reaching inside the car for items that you're not using, interacting with passengers, and adjusting the controls on the dashboard like the radio or temperature. It could also involve personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are caused by driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off of the road for just five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can increase the risk of your crash by a factor of two.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident attorney can help. They will review your case and present strongest arguments for a full settlement and include all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms such as simple fender benders and even devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who's responsible, as well as the severity and extent of the injuries suffered by the victims as well as the extent of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics the driver's error is a major cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest of distractions - flipping through radio stations making-up or looking at a map can result in an accident that is serious. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

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

A seasoned auto accident attorney can assist you in obtaining the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries, including past and future medical treatment costs, lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists when necessary. This is especially important if the at-fault driver does not have insurance, or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers choose not to carry car insurance, and others are covered only in the minimum. It is difficult to obtain compensation if an uninsured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these cases it is important to have a qualified legal advocate on hand to help you achieve 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 coverage is typically part of an insurance policy that covers all of your needs, and can provide you with important security in the event of an accident.

The procedure for filing UIM/UM claims is similar to the typical claim for a car accident. It generally involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as repair bills for your car. The insurance company will review these documents along with other ones to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy.

It is recommended to speak with a New York City car accident attorney as soon as is possible after the accident and file an UIM/UM claim immediately in the event that the other driver claims they don't have or have insufficient 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 Damage

If your car has been damaged in a collision, you can pursue compensation for the damage through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our lawyers can help you submit a claim for economic and non-economic losses, including medical expenses and lost income. You could be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will thoroughly review the damage to your vehicle and record all evidence physical to support your case. This includes taking photos of the accident site and your property, as well as any damage, such as dents and broken glass. We will also take copies of any police or accident reports, and secure any essential witness information.

New York State's law is based on comparative negligence. This means that if you're found partially responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the proportion of blame you're given. Likewise, the defendant may be found to be totally responsible for the accident, and thus not able to recover at all.

Be careful not to give any written or oral statements to representatives of the at-fault party's insurance companies, as they can be used against you in court. It is also crucial to see a doctor immediately after the accident, since certain injuries may take a while to manifest and could be used against you if you try to get compensation for your injuries later on.