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Auto Accident Attorneys
There is a chance that you will be left with high medical costs or a loss of income and suffering and pain as a result of an accident. The party responsible for your accident should be held accountable for these losses.
An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing complete compensation for all your losses. A lawyer who handles car accidents will protect you from unjustified insurance denials.
Distracted driving
Every driver is required to drive safely and be aware of the road. Distracted driving is the leading cause of collisions and near-collisions and is incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured by a driver who is distracted, you may be qualified for compensation.
Distracted driving can involve eating, reaching for items in the car, interacting with other passengers as well as adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup and many more. This could include eating, grabbing items in the car, interacting with other drivers or adjusting the dashboard controls like the temperature or radio or personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup and many more.
According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the majority of crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. Just taking your eyes off of the road for just five seconds while 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 attorney can help. They can investigate your case and make strongest arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your current and future costs.
Car crashes
Car accidents can take various types, from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of accident determines liability as does the severity and extent of injuries to the victims and their financial losses.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a primary driver's fault in motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest distraction such as flipping through radio stations wearing makeup, or looking at a map could result in an injury or accident. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or older drivers.
A New York City car accident attorney will analyze your case to identify the parties accountable and determine the severity of your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate with the insurance provider to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.
A skilled auto accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve, which could include future and past medical expenses, lost wages, physical and mental stress, and other injuries. They can also ensure that your claim has insurance coverage for uninsured and sub-insured drivers, if required. This is especially important if the person at fault doesn't have insurance, or only has the minimum amount required by New York law.
Uninsured or underinsured drivers
Some drivers don't carry car insurance, and others have only a small amount of coverage. When an under- or uninsured motorist causes the crash, it may be especially difficult to recover compensation for the losses. In these cases it is essential to have a competent 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 insurance is usually included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can offer you important security in the event of being involved in a serious accident.
The process of making UIM/UM claims is similar to that of filing a traditional car crash claim. It is usually a matter of submitting copies of your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will examine these and other documents to determine where your losses are within the limits of the other driver's insurance.
It is important to speak with an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon after the accident as soon as is possible and file a UIM/UM right away particularly if the other driver claims they don't 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 damage
If your vehicle has been damaged in a collision and you want to seek compensation for the damage through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you make a claim on both economic and non-economic damage, including medical bills and lost income. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.
We will carefully review the damage that was caused to your vehicle and record all evidence physical for your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident and your property, including scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also get any reports of an accident or police report and any witness information.
The law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if you are found to be partially at fault for the accident, your damages will be reduced by the proportion of the liability you have been assigned. The defendant could also be found to be entirely responsible for the accident, and thus not able to recover at all.
Be careful not to give any written or oral statements to representatives from the at-fault party's insurance providers, as these can be later used against you in court. It is also recommended to see your doctor as soon as possible after the accident. Certain injuries may take some time to manifest and could be used against you in court if you try to claim compensation.