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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car accident could cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a lower income, and suffering. The negligent party that caused your crash should be obligated to compensate for these losses.

A skilled New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking full compensation for all of your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents will also shield you from inexplicably denied claims by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is required 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've been injured as a result of a distracted driver, you may be entitled to compensation.

Distracted driving may include eating, reaching for objects 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 inside the car to find items as well as interacting with other passengers and adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also be personal grooming, like shaving or applying make-up.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are the result of distracted driving. Even turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph can double the chance of crashing.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident lawyer can help. They will investigate your case and make most persuasive arguments for full compensation. This includes covering all your future and current costs.

Car crashes

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the primary cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction like switching radio stations or applying makeup, or even reading a road map, can result in a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless or drunk driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can examine your case and determine the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can assist you in getting the compensation you deserve, including for past and future medical expenses as well as lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim has insurance coverage for uninsured and sub-insured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is particularly important if the driver at fault is not insured or has insurance, or only has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't carry car insurance, while others have minimal coverage. If an uninsured or uninsured driver causes the crash, it may be difficult to obtain compensation for your losses. In these instances, you should have a skilled legal advocate to help you achieve your goals as well as the goals of 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 coverage is usually part of a full-coverage insurance policy, and it can provide you with important protections in a serious accident.

The procedure for filing a UIM/UM is similar to the standard auto accident claim. This usually involves submitting copies your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will look over these documents and others to determine whether your losses are covered under the policy of the other driver.

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 especially when the other driver claims 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 damaged

If your car was damaged in a collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damage through the at-fault party's insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you submit a claim for economic and non-economic damage, including the cost of your medical expenses and lost income. You may also be able to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will document all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene and your property, such as cracks, broken glass and cracked device screens. We will also gather any police or accident reports and any witness information.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence that means that even if found to be partially at fault for the accident the damages you incur will be diminished by the percentage of liability assigned to you. The defendant may also be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and thus not entitled to any form of compensation.

Do not provide any written or oral statements to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault, as they can be used in court later against you. It is also recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible following the accident. Certain injuries may take time to show and may be used against you in court should you later attempt to claim compensation.