Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be left with a large medical bill and a decrease in income and pain and suffering in the aftermath of a car crash. The party responsible for your accident must be accountable for the losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you seek the full amount of compensation for your losses. A car accident lawyer can protect you against unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has the responsibility to drive in a safe manner and be aware of the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of collisions and near-collisions, and it can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured as a result of distracted drivers, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting and talking on the phone when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that requires your hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or your mind away from the task at the moment. This can include eating, searching for things in the car, interacting with other drivers, adjusting dashboard controls such as the temperature or radio personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up, and much more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are the result of distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off the road for 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 lawsuit accident lawyer can help. They will review your case and present strongest arguments for a full settlement and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can be in numerous forms, from minor fender benders to massive head-on collisions. The type of accident determines who's liable, as well as the nature and extent of the injuries sustained by the victims and the magnitude of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics, driver error is a leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distractions such as switching radio stations and applying makeup or vimeo the road map, could cause a serious crash. Other causes of car accidents include reckless driving, speeding drunk driving, dangerous road conditions and weather, and elderly or inexperienced 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 an acceptable settlement with the insurer of the defendant.

A skilled auto accident lawyer will help you obtain the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries that include future and past medical treatment costs loss of earnings, physical and emotional stress, and other damages. They can also make sure that your accident claim includes the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists should it be required. This is particularly important if the driver at fault has no insurance, or only has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't carry insurance while others have a limited amount of coverage. If an under- or uninsured driver is responsible for causing the crash, it may be difficult to collect compensation for the losses. In these cases it is essential to have a competent 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 type of insurance is often included in a comprehensive policy and can provide important protections if you are involved in an accident that is serious.

The process of filing a UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a traditional car accident claim. This usually involves submitting copies your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents as well as other ones to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy.

It is recommended to speak with a New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the crash and file an immediate claim for UIM/UM especially if the other driver claims 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 was damaged in a collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damage by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can assist in submitting a claim to recover financial and non-economic losses, such as medical bills and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and Vimeo pain.

We will record every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, including scratches, broken glass, and cracked device screens. We will also gather any police reports or accidents and any witness information.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence that means that even if found to be partially accountable for the accident and you are found to be partially responsible, your damages will be reduced by the proportion of liability attributed to you. Additionally, the defendant could find themselves to be the sole responsible for the accident and therefore not able to recover in any way.

Do not provide any written or oral declarations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the party at fault as they may be used later in court to smear you. It is also important to see a doctor immediately following your accident, because some injuries take time to be discovered and could be used against you if you attempt to seek compensation for your injuries later.