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Auto Accident Attorneys

There is a chance that you will be left with a high medical bill or a loss of income and suffering and pain due to a car crash. The negligent party that caused the crash should be held responsible to compensate for these losses.

A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in seeking full compensation for all your losses. A trained car accident attorney can also protect you from unfair denials from insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive their vehicle safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's a major cause of collisions. If you've been injured as a result of distracted drivers you could be entitled to compensation.

Distracted driving may include eating, reaching out for items in the car, engaging with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and more. This includes eating, reaching in the car for items that you're not using, interacting with passengers, and adjusting the dashboard controls such as the radio or temperature. It can also include personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), about 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of collisions that are near-collisions happen due to driver distraction. Just taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph can double your crash risk.

If you've suffered injuries in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled lawyer for auto accident lawyers accidents can assist. They will investigate your case and provide the strongest arguments for a full settlement and include all of your current and future expenses.

Car crashes

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver errors are the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distractions - flipping through radio stations wearing makeup, or looking at a map can result in an accident of serious severity. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A New York City car accident attorney will examine your case to determine the parties at fault and determine the extent of your financial losses and Auto accident Attorneys injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the defendant's insurer.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve, including future and past medical expenses loss of wages, mental and physical distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim includes insurance for motorists who are uninsured, or under-insured should it be required. This is particularly important if the at-fault driver is not insured or has only the minimum required under New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers do not have insurance on their cars, while others have minimal coverage. It can be difficult to get compensation when an under-insured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these cases it is essential to have a knowledgeable lawyer representing you and 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 coverage is typically part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and could provide you with crucial protections in a serious accident.

The procedure for filing a UIM/UM is similar to the typical auto accident claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as auto repair bills. The insurance company will examine these along with other documents to determine if your losses are within the limits of the other driver's coverage.

It's best to consult with an New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can after the accident and file an immediate claim for UIM/UM especially if the other driver claims 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 damaged

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you may get compensation through the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can help you file a claim for both economic and non-economic damage, including the cost of your medical expenses and lost income. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will carefully examine the damage that was caused to your vehicle, and record all evidence physical for your case. This includes taking pictures of the accident scene and your property, including scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also get any police or accident reports as well as any information from witnesses.

New York State's law is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if you're found to be partially responsible for an accident, you will be penalized by the proportion of blame you're awarded. The defendant could also be found entirely responsible for the incident and thus not entitled to any compensation.

Do not provide any oral or written statements to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties at fault since they could be used later in court to smear you. You should also visit your doctor as soon as possible following the incident. Some injuries can take time to manifest and may be used against you in court if later you try to claim compensation.