Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident can cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a diminished income, and suffering. The party who was negligent in causing the crash should be held responsible to pay for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you seek the full amount of compensation for your losses. A car accident lawyer can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is required to drive safely and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of collisions and near-collisions and is extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you could be eligible for compensation.

Distracted driving can include eating, reaching for things in the car, interacting with passengers and adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and many more. This includes eating, reaching inside the car to find items, interacting with passengers and motor adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also involve personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are the result of driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off of the road for just five seconds while driving at 55 mph can double the risk of a crash.

An experienced auto accident lawyer is able to assist you if been injured in an accident caused by an unintentionally distracted driver. They will investigate your case and present the most convincing arguments for compensation and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms, from simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The type of crash determines who may be responsible, as well as the extent and severity of the victims' injuries and the magnitude of their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the primary cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distractions such as flipping through radio channels, putting on makeup or looking at a map can result in a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, and inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case to identify the parties at fault and determine the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate with the insurance provider to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.

A skilled auto accident lawyer will help you get the compensation you deserve, including for future and past medical expenses and lost wages, mental and physical distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim for compensation includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault is not insured or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have a limited amount of coverage. When an under- or uninsured motorist causes collisions, motor it can be difficult to collect compensation for your loss. In these circumstances, it is important 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 part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and it can provide you with important security in the event of an accident.

The process of filing UIM/UM claims is similar to the typical auto accident lawsuit accident claim. This usually involves submitting copies your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these and other documents to determine if your losses fall within the bounds of the other driver's coverage.

It is important to speak with an New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the crash as possible and immediately file a UIM/UM, especially when the other driver states they don't have insurance or lack 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 was damaged in a crash, you can pursue compensation for the damage by contacting the insurance company. Our attorneys can help you file a claim for both economic and non-economic losses, including the cost of your medical bills and lost income. You may also be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will document every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene of the accident and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked device screens. We will also take note of any police reports or accidents as well as any information from witnesses.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence that means that even if found to be partially responsible for the incident, your damages will be diminished by the percentage of liability assigned to you. The defendant could also be found to be entirely responsible for the accident and therefore not eligible to recover in any way.

Be careful not to give any oral or written statements to representatives of the at-fault parties' insurance companies, as they can be later used against you in court. You should also see a doctor as soon possible following the accident. Some injuries can take time to manifest and could be used against you in court if you try to claim compensation.