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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a crash could cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a diminished income, and even suffering. The party responsible for your accident should be accountable for the losses.

A New York City auto accident lawsuit accident attorney can help you obtain the full amount of compensation for your losses. A lawyer who handles car accidents can help you defend yourself against unjustified insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to operate their vehicle in a safe manner and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is a major cause of collisions and near-collisions and can be extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you've been injured by a driver who was distracted, you may be entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting or talking on the phone when they hear distracted driving It's actually any other activity that takes your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or mind off the task at hand. This could include eating, reaching for items in the car, interacting with other drivers or adjusting the dashboard controls like the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and more.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, approximately 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions are caused by driver distraction. And even just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles the risk of a crash.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident law firm accident lawyer can aid. They will investigate your case and present the strongest arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take various forms, from minor fender benders up to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of collision determines who could be responsible, as well as 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 driver error is the main reason behind motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distractions like flipping through radio stations, putting on makeup or reading a map - could result in an accident of serious severity. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or older drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer can examine your case to determine the parties at fault and determine the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate with the defendant's insurance company to agree on an equitable settlement of your claim.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can help you receive the compensation you deserve, which could include for future and past medical expenses and lost wages, mental and physical stress, and other injuries. They can also make sure that your claim is covered by the coverage of uninsured or under-insured motorists when necessary. This is especially important if the driver at fault does not have insurance, or has the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers opt not to carry car insurance, and others have only a small amount of coverage. If an under- or uninsured motorist causes the crash, it may be difficult to obtain compensation for the loss. In these instances, it is important to have a knowledgeable lawyer on your side as well as 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 could provide you with crucial protections in a serious accident.

The process for filing UIM/UM is the same as the usual claim for a car accident. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents as well as other ones to determine whether your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It's important to consult an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon following the accident as you can and file a UIM/UM right away particularly when the other driver states they don't have insurance or have inadequate 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 car has been damaged in a crash then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damage by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can assist you in filing a claim and get compensation for non-economic and economic expenses, like medical bills and lost wages. You may be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will thoroughly review the damage caused to your vehicle and document all physical evidence to support your case. This includes taking photographs of the accident scene and your property, including scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also gather copies of any police or accident reports, and also secure any vital information about witnesses.

The law in New York is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if found partially responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the percentage of blame you receive. Likewise, the defendant may find themselves to be the sole responsible for the accident, and thus not eligible to recover at all.

Be careful not to give any oral or written declarations to representatives from the at-fault parties' insurance companies, since these can be used against you later in court. It is also important to visit a doctor as soon as you can after your accident, as certain injuries can take a while to manifest and could be used against you if you try to obtain compensation for your injuries later on.