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Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be left with high medical bills as well as a lower income and pain and suffering as a result of a car crash. The person who caused the accident should be held accountable to cover these costs.

A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyers accident lawyer can assist you in seeking full compensation for all of your losses. A lawyer who handles car accidents can help you defend yourself against unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a responsibility to drive safely and keep their attention focused on the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you could be eligible for compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear distracted driving it's actually any activity that requires your hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or mind off the task at the present moment. This could include eating, grabbing items in the car, engaging with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and much more.

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

If you've been injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident attorney can help. They can investigate your case and make strongest arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all your ongoing and future expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms, from simple fender benders and even devastating head-on collisions. The type of collision determines who could be accountable, as well as the scope and nature of the injuries sustained by the victims and the extent of their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver errors are the primary cause of motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction such as flipping through radio stations making-up or looking at a map can result in an injury or accident. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, dangerous road conditions and weather, as well as inexperienced or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer can look over your case and identify the parties accountable and determine the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate with the insurance company to agree on an acceptable settlement for your claim.

An experienced auto accident lawyer can assist you in getting the compensation you're entitled to for your losses and injuries that include future and past medical expenses as well as lost earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your accident claim includes uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage in the event of need. This is especially important if the at-fault driver does not have insurance, or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers opt not to carry car insurance, and others have only a small amount of coverage. It can be difficult to recover compensation if an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these instances you need to have your own skilled legal advocate to assist you in meeting your goals, as well as those 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 insurance is often included in a comprehensive policy and can provide important protections in the event that you're involved in a serious accident.

The process of filing a UIM/UM claim is similar to that of filing a traditional car crash claim. It usually involves the submission of copies of your medical bills and repairs to your vehicle. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents as well as other ones to determine whether your losses are covered under the policy of the other driver.

It's best to consult with a New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can after the accident and file an immediate claim for UIM/UM, particularly when the other driver claims that they don't have 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 destruction

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to claim compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you with filing a claim in order to recover economic and non-economic expenses, like medical bills and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will record all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the collision the property, and any damage, including dents and broken glass. We will also take copies of any police or accident reports, as well as secure any essential witness information.

The law of New York State is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if you're found to be partly responsible for an accident, you'll be able to reduce your damages by the percentage of blame you're given. The defendant could also be found completely responsible for the accident and thus not entitled to any kind of compensation.

You should not give any oral or written statements to the representatives of the insurance companies of the party at fault since they could be used in court later against you. It is also essential to see a doctor immediately after your accident, as some injuries take a long time to be discovered and could be used against you if you try to get compensation for your injuries later on.