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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident can leave you with expensive medical bills, a lower income and pain and suffering. The negligent party responsible for your crash should be obligated to compensate you for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can help you seek full compensation for all of your losses. A trained car accident attorney will also shield you from unfair denials from insurance companies.

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 incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured due to a distracted driver, you may 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 wheel, eyes off the road, or mind away from the task at the moment. This includes eating, reaching in the car for items, interacting with passengers and changing the controls on the dashboard 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, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some type of driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off the road for just five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph could increase your risk of crashing.

If you've been injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident lawyer can help. They will review your case and make most persuasive arguments for full compensation. This includes covering all your current and future costs.

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 the liability and the extent and nature of injuries to the victims as well as their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics show that driver error is the primary cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distractions such as flipping through radio stations making-up or looking at a map can result in an injury or accident. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or older drivers.

A skilled New York City car accident lawyer will analyze your case and pinpoint all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the insurance provider to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can help you receive the compensation you deserve, including for future and past medical expenses and lost wages, physical and mental anxiety, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by insurance for motorists who are uninsured, or under-insured should it be required. This is especially important if the person at fault does not have insurance, or has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't carry insurance for their car, and some have a limited coverage. If an uninsured or uninsured driver is responsible for causing the crash, it may be difficult to collect compensation for your losses. In these circumstances it is crucial to have a knowledgeable lawyer working for you and 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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive insurance policy and provides you with crucial protections in the event that you're involved in an accident that is serious.

The process of filing an UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a standard car accident claim. This usually involves submitting copies your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will evaluate these and other documents to determine where your losses fall within the bounds of the other driver's insurance.

It is important to speak with a New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the crash as you can. start a UIM/UM immediately, especially in the event that the other driver claims they do not have insurance or do not have adequate 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 is damaged in an accident, it is possible to seek compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you in filing a claim to recover economic and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will keep track of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene of the accident and your property, like cracks, broken glass and cracked screens for your devices. We will also gather any accident or police reports as well as any information from witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if you're found to be partly responsible for the accident the amount of your damages will be reduced by the percentage of liability assigned to you. The defendant may also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

Be careful not to give any written or oral declarations to representatives from the at-fault party's insurance companies, as they can be used against you later in court. It is also important to see a physician immediately following your accident, because some injuries take a long time to manifest and could be used against you if you attempt to get compensation for your injuries later on.