Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident could cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a diminished income and pain and suffering. The negligent party responsible for your crash should be obligated to compensate for these losses.

A New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining full compensation for 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 the leading cause of near-collisions and collisions, and it can be extremely dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured by a driver who is distracted, you may be eligible for compensation.

Distracted driving may include eating, reaching out for items in the car, engaging with passengers and adjusting dashboard controls, such as the radio or temperature, personal grooming like shaving or applying makeup, and much more. This could include eating, grabbing items in the car, interacting with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature, personal grooming like shaving or applying make-up, and much more.

According to research conducted by 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 form of driver distraction. If you take your eyes off the road for just five seconds while driving at 55 mph could double the risk of a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, a skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist. They will investigate your case and present most convincing arguments for compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms, from simple fender benders to devastating 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 as well as their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the main driver's fault in motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distraction, such as changing radio stations, applying makeup or reading a road map, can lead to a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, and inexperienced or elderly drivers.

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

An experienced attorney for auto accidents can assist you in obtaining the compensation you're entitled to for your injuries and losses that include future and past medical costs and lost earnings, physical and emotional suffering, and many other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists, if necessary. This is especially crucial if the driver at fault is not insured or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers choose not to carry insurance for their car, and others are covered only in the minimum. It can be difficult to get compensation if an uninsured or uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these circumstances it is crucial to have a skilled 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 policy and can provide you with important security in the event of being involved in a serious collision.

The process of filing UIM/UM is the same as the standard claim for auto accidents. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and repairs to your vehicle. The insurance company will evaluate these and other documents to determine if your losses fall within the boundaries of the other driver's insurance.

It is recommended to speak with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as is possible after the crash and file an UIM/UM claim as soon as possible, particularly when the other driver claims that they do not have or lack 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 car is damaged in an accident, you are able to get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our attorneys can help you submit a claim for economic and non-economic damages, such as medical bills and lost income. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will take note of every physical evidence that is found in your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene of the accident and your property, including scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also gather any reports of an accident or police report and any witness information.

The law in New York is based on comparative negligence. This means that if found to be partially responsible for an accident, you will have your damages reduced by the percentage of blame you're given. In addition, the defendant could be found to be entirely responsible for the accident and therefore not eligible to claim any compensation at all.

Do not provide any oral or written statements to representatives of insurance companies of the parties who are at fault since they could be used later in court to smear you. You should also see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible following the incident. Certain injuries may take a while to manifest and could be used against you in court should you later try to claim compensation.