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Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be faced with high medical bills and a decrease in income and pain and suffering as a result of a car crash. The person responsible for your accident must be held accountable for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you seek the full amount of compensation for your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive safely and be aware of the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of collisions and near-collisions and can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured by a driver who was distracted, you could be entitled to compensation.

Distracted driving can include eating, reaching for things in the car, interacting with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and many more. This includes eating, reaching into the car to find items or passengers, and changing the controls on the dashboard such as the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) about 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of collisions that are near-collisions happen due to distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off the road for five seconds while driving at 55 mph could double the risk of a crash.

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

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms such as simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability, as does the severity and nature of injuries to the victims as well as their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the most common reason for motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction - flipping through radio stations applying makeup or looking at a map could result in a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents include reckless driving, speeding drunk driving, dangerous road conditions and weather, and older or inexperienced drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the defendant's insurer.

A seasoned auto accident attorney can assist you in getting the compensation you're due for your injuries and losses, including past and future medical costs as well as lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your accident claim includes coverage for under-insured or uninsured motorists when necessary. This is especially 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 drivers

Some drivers do not carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. If an uninsured or uninsured driver causes collisions, it can be difficult to collect compensation for your loss. In these instances it is essential to have a knowledgeable 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 often included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can provide you with important security in the event of being involved in a serious collision.

The process of filing a UIM/UM claim is similar to that of making a typical car accident claim. It is usually a matter of submitting copies of your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents and other documents to determine whether your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It's important to consult a New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the accident as soon as is possible and immediately file a UIM/UM especially when the other driver states they do not 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 and you are seeking compensation for the damage through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you file a claim for both economic and non-economic losses, including medical expenses and lost income. You may be entitled to compensation for the pain and discomfort you have experienced.

We will keep track of every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking pictures of the accident site as well as your property and any damage, such as scratches and broken glass. We will also take note of any police reports or accidents as well as any information from witnesses.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence, which means that even if you are found to be partly at fault for the accident the damages you incur 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 compensation.

You should not provide any written or oral declarations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties responsible, as they can be used later in court to smear you. You should also visit a doctor as soon possible after the incident. Some injuries can take a while to manifest and could be used against you in court if later you try to claim compensation.