Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car crash can result in expensive medical bills, a decreased income, and suffering. The party who was negligent in causing your accident should be liable to pay for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing complete compensation for all your losses. A trained car accident attorney will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to operate their vehicle in a safe manner and keep their eyes on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's an important factor in collisions. If you have been injured by a driver who was distracted, you could be entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear the term distracted driving, it's actually any activity that requires your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or mind off the task at the present moment. This includes eating, reaching in the car to get items or passengers, and adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some type of driver distraction. Just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph could double the risk of a crash.

If you've been injured in a crash caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can help. They can look into your case and provide the most convincing arguments for compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take a variety of forms including simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the 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 cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction, such as changing radio stations and applying makeup or a road map, can result in a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, unsafe road conditions and weather, as well as inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A competent New York City car accident lawyer will review your case and identify the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also discuss with the insurance company to reach an acceptable settlement for your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer can assist you in getting the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries, including past and future medical expenses, lost earnings, emotional and physical suffering, and many other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is especially crucial if the driver who is at fault has no insurance or has only the minimum coverage required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers choose not to carry insurance for their car, and others are covered only in the minimum. If an under-, or uninsured driver is responsible for causing an accident, it could be a challenge to get compensation for your loss. In these cases it is essential to have a skilled lawyer working for you and 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 often included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can offer you important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious accident.

The procedure for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the standard 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 by the other driver's policy.

It is essential to consult a New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the crash as you can. immediately file a UIM/UM, especially in the event that 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 destruction

If your car is damaged in an accident, you may claim compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our attorneys can assist you in filing a claim to recover financial and non-economic damages, like medical bills and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will carefully examine the damage caused to your vehicle and record all evidence physical for your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, including dents, broken glass, and cracked device screens. We will also take note of any accident or police reports and any information about witnesses.

The law of New York State is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if found partially responsible for an accident, you will have your damages reduced by the amount of blame you are awarded. The defendant could also be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

Be sure not to give any oral or written declarations to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, as these could be used against you in the future in court. It is also important to consult a doctor right away after the accident, since some injuries take a long time to be discovered and could be used against you if you try to obtain compensation for your injuries later on.