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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 person responsible for the accident should be accountable for the losses.

An experienced New York City auto accident lawyer can help you pursue full compensation for all of your losses. A trained car accident attorney can also help you avoid unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive in a safe manner and pay attention to the road. Distracted driving is dangerous for other road users. It's an important factor in collisions. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you may be qualified for compensation.

While many people think of texting or calling when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that takes your hands off of the steering wheel, eyes off of the road, or thoughts off the task at the moment. This includes eating, grabbing items in the car, talking to passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio or personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup, and many more.

According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) about 80 percent all crashes and 65 per cent of near-collisions result from distracted driving. Even taking your eyes off of the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles the chance of crashing.

If you've been injured in a crash caused by a distracted driver, a skilled auto accident attorney can help. They can investigate your case to make the most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all of your future and current costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take numerous forms, from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The type of accident determines liability and severity, as well as the amount and nature of the injuries to the victims as well as their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the major reason behind motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction, such as changing radio stations and applying makeup or a road map, could cause a serious crash. Other reasons for car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A experienced New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with defendant's insurer.

A seasoned auto accident attorney can assist you in obtaining the compensation you're due for your injuries and losses including future and past medical costs loss of earnings, physical and emotional distress, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim has coverage for uninsured or sub-insured drivers, if needed. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance, or has only the minimum coverage required under New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers opt not to have insurance on their cars, while others have minimal coverage. It is difficult to obtain compensation if an uninsured or uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these cases it is important to have your own skilled legal advocate on hand to help you achieve your goals and 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 usually included in a comprehensive insurance policy and can provide important security if you're involved in a serious accident.

The process of making an UIM/UM claim is similar to that of filing a standard car accident claim. The process typically involves submitting copies your medical bills and auto repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents along with other ones to determine if your losses are covered by the policy of the other driver.

It's best to consult with an New York City car accident lawyer as soon as you can after the accident and file an immediate claim for UIM/UM especially if the other driver says 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 was damaged in a collision then you may be able to pursue compensation for the damage by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can help to 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 receive compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

We will keep track of every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident and your property, like damaged glass, dents, and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also gather copies of any police or accident reports, and also secure any necessary information from witnesses.

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

You should not provide any written or oral explanations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties responsible since they could be used later in court to smear you. It is also essential to consult a doctor right away after an accident, as some injuries take a long time to manifest and could be used against you if you attempt to obtain compensation for your injuries later on.