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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a car accident could leave you with expensive medical bills, a decreased income and pain and suffering. The person responsible for your accident should be held accountable for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you obtain full compensation for your losses. A lawyer for car accidents can protect you against unwarranted insurance denials.

Distracted driving

Every driver has the duty to drive safely and be aware of the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of near-collisions and collisions and is extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you've suffered injuries due to distracted drivers you could be legally entitled to compensation.

Although many people think of texting and calling when they hear distracted driving It's actually anything that puts your hands off the steering wheel, your eyes off of the road, or takes your mind off the task at the moment. This includes eating, reaching into the car for things as well as interacting with other passengers and changing the controls on the dashboard such as the radio or temperature. It can also include personal grooming, such as shaving or applying make-up.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are caused by driver distraction. Even turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles the chance of crashing.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident attorney can help. They will investigate your case to present the most persuasive arguments for full compensation. This includes covering all of your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can come in a variety forms, from simple fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The kind of accident determines liability and the extent and extent of injuries sustained by the victims as well as their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the leading factor in crashes involving motor vehicles. Even the slightest distraction such as flipping through radio channels applying makeup or looking at a map can result in an accident of serious severity. Other common causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, bad road conditions and weather, and elderly or inexperienced drivers.

A skilled New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint the parties accountable for your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate with the insurance company to reach an equitable settlement for your claim.

A seasoned auto accident attorney can assist you in getting the compensation you're entitled to for your losses and injuries which include past and future medical treatment costs and lost earnings, physical and emotional stress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by coverage for uninsured or sub-insured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is especially crucial if the person at fault has no insurance or is only covered to the minimum amount required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have minimal coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation when an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these circumstances, you should have a competent legal advocate to help you meet your goals, as well as those of 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 often included in a comprehensive policy and can provide you with important protections if you are involved in an accident that is serious.

The process for filing UIM/UM claims is similar to that of making a typical car accident claim. It is usually a matter of submitting copies of your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents and others to determine whether your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It is important to speak with an New York City auto accident lawyer as soon after the accident as you can and make a UIM/UM claim as soon as you can especially in the event that the other driver claims they do not have insurance or lack 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 Damage

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you can seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at fault. Our lawyers can assist you in submitting a claim to recuperate economic and non-economic losses, such as medical bills and lost wages. You could be entitled to compensation for your discomfort and pain.

We will carefully examine the damage to your vehicle and document all physical evidence to support your case. This includes taking photographs of the scene of the collision the property, and any damage, including fractured glass or dents. We will also gather copies of any police or accident reports, and also secure any necessary information from witnesses.

The law in New York is based on negligence that is comparative. This means that if found to be partially responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the percentage of blame you're given. The defendant may also be found to be solely responsible for the accident, and therefore not entitled to any kind of compensation.

You should not give any written or oral statements to representatives of insurance companies of the parties responsible because they could be used in court later against you. It is also important to see a doctor immediately after an accident, as some injuries take time to manifest and could be used against you if you try to get compensation for your injuries later on.