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Auto Accident Attorneys
There is a chance that you will be left with a large medical bill and a decrease in income and pain and suffering in the aftermath of a car crash. The person responsible for your accident must be held accountable for the loss.
A New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining the full amount of compensation for your losses. An attorney for car accidents can protect you against unwarranted insurance denials.
Distracted driving
Every driver has the duty to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is the leading cause of near-collisions and collisions and can be extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you've been injured due to a distracted driver, you may be legally entitled to compensation.
Distracted driving may include eating, reaching for items in the car, interacting with other passengers changing dashboard controls like the temperature or radio personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and many more. This includes eating, reaching for items in the car, talking to passengers, adjusting dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature or personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up, and much 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 result from driver distraction. And even just taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph doubles your chance of being involved in a crash.
If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident attorney can help. They can investigate your case and provide the most persuasive arguments for full compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.
Car crashes
Car accidents can take various varieties, ranging from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of collision determines who could be at fault, as does the severity and extent of the victims' injuries and the magnitude of their financial losses.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the primary reason for motor vehicle accidents. Even the tiniest of distractions - flipping through radio stations applying makeup or reading a map - could cause an injury or accident. Other reasons for car accidents include speeding, drunk or reckless driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.
A New York City car accident attorney will look over your case and identify all parties responsible and determine the severity of your financial losses and injuries. They can also bargain with the insurance company to negotiate an equitable settlement of your claim.
A seasoned auto accident lawsuit accident attorney will help you obtain the compensation you are entitled to for your losses and injuries, including past and future medical treatment costs loss of earnings, physical and emotional suffering, and many other damages. They can also make sure that your claim for compensation includes insurance coverage for uninsured and sub-insured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.
Uninsured or underinsured motorists
Some drivers choose not to have insurance on their cars, while some have a limited coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation when an under-insured or uninsured driver causes a collision. In these instances, it is important to have a seasoned lawyer representing 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 type of insurance is typically part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and it can provide you with important protections in a serious accident.
The process for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the standard claim for auto accidents. This usually involves submitting copies your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents along with other ones to determine if your losses are covered by the policy of the other driver.
It is best to talk to an New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the crash and file an UIM/UM claim immediately and especially when 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 was damaged in a collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damages by contacting the insurance company. Our attorneys can assist you in filing a claim and recover financial and non-economic losses, such as medical bills and lost wages. You could also be eligible to receive compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.
We will carefully examine the damage done to your vehicle, and record all evidence physical to support your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the collision and your property, such as damaged glass, dents, and cracked screens for your devices. We also will collect copies of any accident or police reports, as well as secure any vital information about witnesses.
New York State's law is based on the principle of comparative negligence. This means that if you're found to be partially responsible for an accident, you will have your damages reduced by the amount of blame you are awarded. In addition, the defendant could be found to be completely responsible for the accident, and thus not eligible to recover at all.
Be wary of giving any written or oral declarations to representatives of the at-fault parties' insurance companies, since these can be used against you in court. It is also recommended to see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible after the incident. Certain injuries may take time to manifest and may be used against you in court if you later try to claim compensation.