Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with high medical bills as well as a lower income and pain and suffering as a result of a car crash. The person responsible for your accident should be held accountable for the loss.

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

Distracted driving

Every driver is required to drive safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be entitled to compensation.

Distracted driving can involve eating, reaching for things in the car, interacting with other passengers, adjusting dashboard controls, such as the temperature or radio or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and many more. This includes eating, grabbing items in the car, engaging with passengers and adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up, and more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), about 80 percent all crashes and 65 per cent of near-collisions are the result of distracted driving. And even just looking away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph can double your chance of being involved in a crash.

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

Car crashes

Car accidents can take a variety of forms, from simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability and the extent and nature of the injuries to the victims as well as their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver errors are the most common reason for motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction like flipping through radio stations, putting on makeup or looking at a map could result in a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, as well as elderly or inexperienced drivers.

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

A skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist you in obtaining the amount you are due, which includes for future and Auto Accident Attorneys past medical costs and lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also ensure that your accident claim includes the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the driver who is at fault is not insured or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Motorists who are uninsured or underinsured

Some drivers don't carry insurance, while others have a limited amount of coverage. It isn't easy to collect compensation if an uninsured or uninsured driver causes a collision. In these cases, you should have a skilled legal advocate on hand to assist you in meeting your objectives 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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can provide you with important security in the event of being involved in a serious accident.

The process of making a UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a traditional car crash claim. The process typically involves submitting copies your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents as well as other ones to determine if your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It is essential to consult a New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the accident as you can and file a UIM/UM right away, especially when the other driver states they do not have insurance or have inadequate 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, you can get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you in submitting a claim to recover financial and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You could be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will take a careful look at the damage that was caused to your vehicle, and then record all physical evidence for your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene 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 that means that even if you're found to be partially responsible for the incident the amount of your damages will be reduced by the proportion of the liability you have been assigned. The defendant could also be found solely responsible for the accident and therefore is not entitled to any form of compensation.

You should not give any oral or written statements to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties at fault as they may be used in court later against you. It is recommended that you see your doctor as soon as possible after the accident. Some injuries can take time to manifest and could be used against you in court if later you try to claim compensation.