Auto Accident Attorneys

There is a chance that you will be left with high medical bills and a decrease in income and pain and suffering as a result of a car crash. The party who was negligent in causing your accident should be liable to compensate you for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you obtain 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 duty to drive safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is the primary cause of near-collisions and collisions, and it can be extremely dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've suffered injuries due to distracted drivers you could be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting and calling when they hear the phrase distracted driving, it's actually any activity that takes your hands off of the wheel, eyes off the road, or thoughts away from the task at the present moment. This includes eating, reaching inside the car for things that you're not using, interacting with passengers, and adjusting the controls on the dashboard like the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming, such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), about 80 percent all crashes and 65 per cent of near-collisions result from driver distraction. If you take your eyes off of the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can increase your risk of crashing.

If you've been injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, a skilled lawyer for auto accidents can assist. They can investigate your case and make the strongest arguments for a full settlement and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on a variety of forms such as simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of accident determines liability as does the severity and nature of the 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 leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distraction like switching radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading the road map, could result in a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents are reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, and elderly or inexperienced drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and identify all parties responsible for your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with insurance company of the defendant.

An experienced attorney for auto accident lawyers accidents can help you get the compensation you deserve for your losses and injuries which include past and future medical expenses loss of earnings, emotional and physical suffering, and many other damages. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if required. This is especially crucial if the person at fault does not have insurance, or has only the minimum coverage required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance while others have a limited amount of coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation if an uninsured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these instances you need to have a skilled legal advocate working to assist you in achieving your goals and those of 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 insurance policy and can offer you important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious accident.

The process of filing a UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a traditional car crash claim. It typically involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents and others to determine whether your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It's best to consult with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as is possible after the crash and file an UIM/UM claim immediately especially if the other driver claims 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 has been damaged in a crash and you want to seek compensation for the repairs through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you in filing a claim and get compensation for non-economic and economic expenses, like medical bills and lost wages. You may also be able to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will carefully review the damage caused to your vehicle, and then record all physical evidence to support your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also collect copies of any accident or police reports, and will secure any crucial information regarding witnesses.

The law of New York State is based on negligence that is comparative. This means that if you're found to be partly responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the amount of blame you receive. In addition, the defendant could find themselves to be the sole responsible for the accident and, therefore, not eligible to claim any compensation in any way.

It is not advisable to give any written or oral declarations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault, as they can be used in court later against you. It is also crucial to visit a doctor as soon as you can after an accident, as some injuries take a long time to show up and can be used against you if you try to get compensation for your injuries later.