Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with a high medical bill and a decrease in income and suffering and pain due to a car crash. The negligent party that caused the accident should be held accountable to cover these costs.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you seek the full amount of compensation for your losses. An attorney for car accidents will protect you from unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to operate their vehicle in a safe manner and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It is a major cause of collisions. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

While many people think of texting and calling when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that puts your hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or takes your mind away from the task at the moment. This includes eating, reaching into the car for things as well as interacting with other passengers and changing the controls on the dashboard such as the radio or temperature. It can also include personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions result from driver distraction. And even just turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases your chance of being involved in a crash.

An experienced auto accident lawyers accident lawyer can assist you if you've been injured in an accident caused by a driver who was distracted. They will review your case to present the most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your ongoing and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can be in various varieties, ranging from minor fender benders to massive head-on collisions. The type of collision determines who could be accountable, as well as the severity and extent of the injuries sustained by the victims and the amount of financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a leading factor in crashes involving motor vehicles. Even the slightest distraction, such as changing radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading the road map, could cause a serious crash. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, and elderly or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer will look over your case and identify the parties responsible and assess the extent of your financial and physical injuries. They can also bargain with the insurance company to negotiate an acceptable settlement for your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer can help you get the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries, including past and future medical treatment costs loss of earnings, emotional and physical distress, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by insurance coverage for uninsured and sub-insured drivers, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the driver who is at fault does not have insurance or has only the minimum coverage required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have a small amount of coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation if an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these situations it is crucial 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 coverage is usually part of a full-coverage insurance policy, and can provide important protections in a serious accident.

The process of making an UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a traditional car crash claim. It usually involves the submission of copies of your medical bills as well as repair bills for your automobile. The insurance company will evaluate these and other documents to determine where your losses fall within the limits of the other driver's insurance.

It's best to consult with an New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can following the accident and submit an UIM/UM claim immediately and especially when the other driver says 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 Damage

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our attorneys can assist you in filing a claim and recover economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

We will take a careful look at the damage caused to your vehicle and record all evidence physical to support your case. This includes taking photos of the accident site and your property, as well as any damage, like cracks and dents. We will also collect any police reports or accidents and any witness information.

The law in New York is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if you are found to be partially responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the proportion of blame you receive. The defendant may also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and thus not entitled to any compensation.

Be sure not to give any oral or written statements to representatives from the at-fault party's insurance companies, as these can be later used against you in court. It is also crucial to see a physician immediately after an accident, as certain injuries can take a while to manifest and could be used against you if you attempt to get compensation for your injuries later.