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auto accident lawsuit Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a crash could cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a lower income and pain and suffering. The person responsible for your accident must be accountable for the losses.

A skilled New York City auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can help you seek the full amount of compensation for all your losses. A car accident lawyer will protect you from unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a duty to operate their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is the leading cause of collisions and near-collisions, and it can be extremely dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've suffered injuries due to a distracted driver, you may be eligible for compensation.

While many people think of texting and calling when they hear distracted driving, it's actually any activity that requires your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off the road, or thoughts away from the task at the present moment. This involves eating, reaching into the car for items or passengers, and adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also involve personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some form 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.

If you've been injured in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist. They will investigate your case to make the most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take a variety of forms that range from simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of accident determines liability, as does the severity and extent of injuries sustained by the victims as well as their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the main factor in crashes involving motor vehicles. Even the tiniest of distractions such as switching radio stations, applying makeup or reading a road map, could cause a serious accident. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or older drivers.

A skilled New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint all parties responsible for your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to negotiate a fair settlement for your claim.

An experienced attorney for auto accidents can help you get the compensation you're due for your injuries and losses including future and past medical expenses, lost earnings, emotional and physical distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim has coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the person at fault doesn't have insurance, or is only carrying the minimum amount required by New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance on their cars, while others have minimal coverage. It isn't easy to collect the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these instances it is essential to have a competent 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 typically part of a full-coverage insurance policy, and it can provide you with important security in the event of an accident.

The procedure for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the usual claim for auto accidents. It is usually a matter of submitting copies of your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents and others to determine if your losses are covered under the policy of the other driver.

It is recommended to speak with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the accident and file a UIM/UM claim right away especially if the other driver claims 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 vehicle is damaged in an accident, you can claim compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our attorneys can assist you in filing a claim to recover economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will take note of all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene and your property, as well as any damage, including fractured glass or dents. We will also take note of any reports of an accident or police report and any information about witnesses.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if found to be partially accountable for the accident, your damages will be reduced by the proportion of the liability you have been assigned. The defendant may also be found to be solely responsible for the accident, and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

You should not give any written or oral declarations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties responsible because they could be used later in court against you. You should also visit a doctor as soon possible after the incident. Some injuries can take time to show and may be used against you in court if you later try to claim compensation.