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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident could leave you with expensive medical bills, a decreased income, and even suffering. The negligent party responsible for the accident should be held accountable to pay for these losses.

A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking complete compensation for all your losses. A trained car accident attorney can also protect you from inexplicably denied claims by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive safely and keep their attention focused 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 is distracted, you could be legally entitled to compensation.

While many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that requires your hands off the steering wheel, eyes off of the road, or takes your mind off the task at hand. This could include eating, searching for things in the car, interacting with other drivers as well as adjusting the controls on the dashboard like the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and more.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) approximately 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of collisions that are near-collisions happen due to distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles your risk of a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident lawyer can help. They will investigate your case and make the strongest arguments for full compensation which includes covering all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on numerous forms, ranging from minor fender benders up to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability and severity, as well as the amount and nature of injuries to the victims and their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics, driver error is a main cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction like flipping through radio stations, putting on makeup or reading a map - could result in a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents are reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, as well as inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer will look over your case and identify all parties responsible and determine the extent of your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate an equitable settlement with the defendant's insurer.

An experienced auto accident lawyer (hildred.ibbott@wellho.Net) can assist you in obtaining the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses which include past and future medical treatment costs, lost earnings, physical and emotional stress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim has coverage for uninsured or sub-insured drivers, if required. This is especially crucial if the person at fault is not insured or has only the minimum coverage required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't carry car insurance, while others have minimal coverage. If an under-, or uninsured driver causes collisions, it can be a challenge to get compensation for the loss. In these instances, you should 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 a full-coverage insurance policy, and it can provide important insurance in the event of a major accident.

The process for filing an UIM/UM claim is similar to that of filing a traditional car crash claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these along with other documents to determine where your losses are within the limits of the coverage of the other driver.

It is best to talk to a New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can following the accident and submit an UIM/UM claim immediately in the event that the other driver says 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 vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at fault. Our attorneys can assist you with filing a claim in order to recover economic and Auto Accident Lawyer non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will take note of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident, your property and any damage, including scratches and broken glass. We will also take copies of any accident or auto accident lawyer police reports, as well as secure any crucial information regarding witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence, which means that even if you're found to be partly responsible for the accident and you are found to be partially responsible, your damages will be reduced by the percentage of liability assigned to you. The defendant could also be found completely responsible for the accident and thus not entitled to any form of compensation.

Be careful not to give any oral or written declarations to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, since these can be used against you in court. You should also see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible following the incident. Some injuries can take time to show and may be used against you in court if later you try to claim compensation.