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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a crash could result in costly medical bills, a decreased income and suffering. The negligent party responsible for your accident should be liable to compensate you for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get full compensation for your losses. A car accident lawyer can safeguard you from unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has the duty to drive safely and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of near-collisions and collisions, and it can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be eligible for compensation.

Although many people think of texting or calling when they hear the phrase distracted driving, it's actually any activity that takes your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or takes your mind off the task at the present moment. This includes eating, reaching for items in the car, interacting with other drivers or adjusting the dashboard controls like the temperature or radio personal grooming such as shaving or applying your makeup, and more.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. The act of taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can double your crash risk.

If you've been injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident law firms accident attorney can help. They can investigate your case and provide the most convincing arguments for compensation and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many forms, from simple fender benders, to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability, as does the severity and nature of injuries to the victims and 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 slightest distraction such as flipping through radio stations making-up or reading a map - could cause an accident of serious severity. Other common causes of car accidents include reckless driving, speeding drunk driving, unsafe road conditions and weather, as well as older or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney will review your case to identify the parties responsible and assess the extent of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to reach an acceptable settlement for your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer will help you obtain the compensation you're entitled to for your injuries and losses which include past and future medical expenses loss of earnings, physical and emotional distress, and more. They can also ensure that your accident claim includes the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists, if necessary. This is particularly important if the driver at fault has no insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have a small amount of coverage. It can be difficult to recover the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these instances, it is important to have a knowledgeable lawyer working for you and the insurance company.

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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive policy and can provide you with important security if you're involved in a serious accident.

The process to file UIM/UM claims is similar the typical auto accident claim. It generally involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will look over 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 an New York City auto accident law firms accident lawyer as soon following the accident as you can and start a UIM/UM immediately particularly if the other driver claims they don't have insurance or lack 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 collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damages through the insurance of the party at fault company. Our lawyers can assist you with filing a claim in order to get compensation for non-economic and economic damages, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will carefully examine the damage done to your vehicle and record all evidence physical to support your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the collision and your property, like cracks, broken glass and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also collect copies of any police or accident reports, as well as secure any essential witness information.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if you are found to be partially responsible for the incident and you are found to be partially responsible, your damages will be diminished by the percentage of responsibility you are liable for. The defendant could also be found completely responsible for the accident and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

You should not give any written or oral explanations to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault because they could be used later in court to smear you. It is also recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible after the incident. Certain injuries may take time to show and may be used against you in court should you later try to claim compensation.