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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident could leave you with expensive medical bills, a lower income, and suffering. The person responsible for the accident should 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. A trained car accident attorney will also shield you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is required to drive their vehicle safely and keep their attention focused on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you've been injured by a driver who is distracted, you may be qualified for compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear distracted driving it's actually any activity that puts your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or thoughts away from the task at the moment. This involves eating, reaching into the car for things as well as interacting with other passengers and adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature. It could also involve personal grooming such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions involve some type of driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off the road for just five seconds while driving at 55 mph could double your crash risk.

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents is able to assist you if been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They can look into your case and make the strongest arguments for full compensation which includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on various forms, ranging from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who is at fault, as does the scope and nature of the victims' injuries and the magnitude of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics the driver's error is a leading reason behind motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distraction such as switching radio stations or applying makeup or reading the road map can result in a serious accident. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or elderly drivers.

A knowledgeable New York City car accident lawyer will analyze your case and identify the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the defendant's insurer.

An experienced auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses which include past and future medical expenses loss of earnings, physical and emotional stress, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, if needed. This is especially important if the at-fault driver does not have insurance or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. It isn't easy to collect the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these situations it is crucial to have a skilled 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 insurance policy and can provide important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious accident.

The process of filing an UIM/UM claim is similar to making a typical car accident claim. This usually involves submitting copies 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 coverage of the other driver.

It is essential to consult an 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 destruction

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you can seek compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you file a claim for both economic and non-economic losses, including medical expenses and lost income. You could be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will carefully review the damage that was caused to your vehicle, and then record all physical evidence to support your case. This includes taking photos of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, like cracks, broken glass and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also take note of any police reports or accidents as well as any information from witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence that means that even if 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 to be completely responsible for the incident and thus ineligible to recover at all.

You should not give any written or oral statements to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault since they could be used in court later against you. It is also important to consult a doctor right away after the accident, since some injuries take time to show up and can be used against you if you attempt to obtain compensation for your injuries later.