Auto Accident Attorneys

You could be left with high medical bills or a loss of income and suffering and pain as a result of an accident. The negligent party that caused the crash should be held responsible to pay for these losses.

A New York City forest park auto accident lawyer accident attorney can help you obtain the full amount of compensation for your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents will also shield you from inexplicably denied claims by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a duty to drive their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It is a major cause of collisions. If you have been injured from a driver who was distracted, you could be qualified for compensation.

Distracted driving may include eating, reaching out for items in the car, interacting and interacting with passengers and adjusting dashboard controls, such as the radio or temperature personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup and much more. This includes eating, grabbing items in the car, engaging with passengers or adjusting the dashboard controls like the radio or temperature, personal grooming like shaving or applying your makeup, and many more.

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

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents is able to assist you if been injured in an accident caused by the driver who was distracted. They will review your case and present the strongest arguments in favor Vimeo of full compensation. This includes covering all of your future and current costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take many different forms, from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The kind of accident determines liability as does the severity and extent of injuries to the victims and their financial losses.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest of distractions such as flipping through radio stations making-up or reading a map - can result in an injury or accident. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney can look over your case and identify all parties responsible and determine the severity of your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company that is the defendant's.

A skilled auto accident lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve, such as for past and future medical costs and lost wages, physical and mental distress, and other damages. They can also make sure that your accident claim includes coverage for under-insured or uninsured motorists should it be required. This is especially important if the person at fault has no insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Motorists who are uninsured or underinsured

Some drivers do not carry insurance and others only have minimal coverage. If an under- or uninsured driver is responsible for causing an accident, it could be especially difficult to recover compensation for the loss. In these instances it is crucial to have a knowledgeable attorney representing you as well as the insurer.

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 usually part of an insurance policy that covers all of your needs, and it will provide you with vital protections in the event of a serious accident.

The process for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the standard claim for auto accidents. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills and repairs to your vehicle. The insurance company will look over these documents and other documents to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy.

It is best to talk to a New York City car accident attorney as soon as possible following the accident and submit an UIM/UM claim as soon as possible especially if the other driver states that they do not have or lack 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 car is damaged in an accident, you are able to claim compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our attorneys can assist you in submitting a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will take note of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also gather any police or accident reports and any information about witnesses.

The law in New York State is comparative negligence meaning that even if found to be partially responsible for the accident the amount of your damages will be reduced by the proportion of liability attributed to you. In addition, the defendant could be found to be completely responsible for the accident and, therefore, not eligible to recover in any way.

Do not provide any oral or written statements to representatives of insurance companies of the party at fault, as they can be used later in court against you. It is also important to visit a doctor as soon as you can after the accident, since some injuries take time to manifest and could be used against you if you try to claim compensation for your injuries later.