Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with a large medical bill or a loss of income and suffering and pain due to an accident. The party who was negligent in causing the accident should be held accountable to compensate you for these losses.

A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking full compensation for all your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents can also safeguard you from unwarranted denials by insurance providers.

Distracted driving

Every driver has the duty to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's the leading cause of collisions. If you've been injured due to distracted drivers, you may be entitled to compensation.

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

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) approximately 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions result from distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off of the road for just five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can increase your risk of crashing.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident lawsuit accident attorney can help. They will investigate your case and present the strongest arguments for a full settlement that includes covering all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can be in many different types, from minor fender benders to massive head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines liability, as does the severity and extent of injuries sustained by the victims and their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest of distractions - flipping through radio stations making-up or looking at a map can result in an accident of serious severity. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, drunk or reckless driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A competent New York City car accident lawyer will examine your case and determine the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the insurance company to reach a fair settlement for your claim.

A seasoned auto accident attorney will help you obtain the compensation you're due for your injuries and losses that include future and past medical treatment costs and lost earnings, emotional and physical stress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim has coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if necessary. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance, or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't have insurance, while others have a limited amount of coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation when an under-insured or uninsured motorist is the cause of a collision. In these instances, it is important to have a seasoned lawyer representing 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 coverage is typically part of a full-coverage insurance policy, and it can provide important protections in the event of a serious accident.

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

It's important 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 do not have adequate 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 seek compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at fault. Our lawyers can assist in submitting a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses and lost wages. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will take note of all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photographs of the accident site as well as your property and any damage, like scratches and broken glass. We will also gather any police reports or accidents and any witness information.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence which means that even if found to be partly accountable for the accident the amount of your damages will be reduced by the proportion of liability attributed to you. The defendant could also be found to be completely responsible for the accident and, [Redirect-302] therefore, not eligible to claim any compensation at all.

Be cautious not to provide any written or oral statements to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, as these can be used against you later in court. It is also important to visit a doctor as soon as you can following your accident, because certain injuries can take a while to be discovered and could be used against you if you attempt to obtain compensation for your injuries later.