Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be left with high medical bills, a decreased income, and suffering and pain as a result of a car crash. The person who caused the crash should be held responsible to compensate for these losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing full compensation for all your losses. A lawyer for car accidents can help you defend yourself against unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's the leading cause of collisions. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

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

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions are caused by driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph doubles your risk of a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident attorney can help. They will investigate your case and present the most persuasive arguments for full compensation. This includes covering all your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on a variety of forms, from simple fender benders to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who's accountable, as well as the scope and nature of the injuries suffered by the victims and the amount of financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics show that driver errors are the most common cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distractions like changing radio stations, applying makeup or reading the road map, could cause a serious crash. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or older drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney can analyze your case to identify the parties at fault and determine the severity of your injuries and financial losses. They can also discuss with the insurance company to reach an acceptable settlement for your claim.

A skilled auto accident lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve for your losses and injuries which include past and future medical costs as well as lost earnings, emotional and physical distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the driver at fault has no insurance or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance while others have minimal coverage. It can be difficult to get the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these situations it is crucial to have a competent attorney representing you 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 insurance is usually included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can provide you with important security if you're involved in a serious collision.

The process of filing UIM/UM claims is similar to that of making a typical car accident claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as repair bills for your car. The insurance company will review these along with other documents to determine whether your losses fall within the limits of the coverage of the other driver.

It's important to consult an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the crash as possible and immediately file a UIM/UM, especially when the other driver claims they don't 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 damaged

If your car is damaged in an accident, it is possible to get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at fault. Our lawyers can assist in filing a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic damages, like medical expenses and lost wages. You could be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will take note of all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene of the collision, your property and any damage, including scratches and broken glass. We will also collect copies of any police or accident reports, and will secure any necessary information from witnesses.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence which means that even if found to be partially accountable for the accident 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 not entitled to any kind of compensation.

Be cautious not to provide any written or oral statements to representatives of the at-fault parties' insurance providers, as these could be used against you later in court. It is also essential to see a doctor immediately following your accident, because some injuries take a long time to show up and can be used against you if you attempt to get compensation for your injuries later on.