• 목록
• 답변
• 글쓰기
• 게시판 리스트 옵션
  • 수정
  • 삭제

Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term effects of a crash could leave you with expensive medical bills, a diminished income, and suffering. The party who was negligent in causing your accident should be liable to pay for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you obtain full compensation for your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents can also protect you from unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to drive safely and be aware of the road. Distracted driving is the leading cause of near-collisions and collisions and can be incredibly dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you've been injured by distracted drivers, you may be legally entitled to compensation.

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

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, approximately 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. The act of taking your eyes off the road for just five seconds when you're driving at 55 mph could double your crash risk.

If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a distracted driver, an experienced auto accident attorney can help. They can look into your case and present most persuasive arguments for full compensation that includes covering all of your future and current expenses.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on numerous forms, ranging from minor fender benders to massive head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines who's liable, as well as the severity and extent of the injuries sustained by the victims and the magnitude of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a primary cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the tiniest distractions such as switching radio stations and applying makeup or the road map can result in a serious accident. Other common causes of car accidents include speeding, reckless driving drunk driving, unsafe road conditions and weather, as well as older or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer will look over your case and identify the parties responsible and assess the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with insurance company of the defendant.

A skilled auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve, including for past and future medical expenses and lost wages, physical and mental emotional distress, and more. They can also ensure that your claim includes insurance for motorists who are uninsured, or under-insured in the event of need. This is particularly important if the driver at fault has no insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. If an under-, or uninsured driver causes an accident, it could be a challenge to get compensation for the losses. In these cases you need to have your own skilled legal advocate on hand to help you achieve your objectives 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 kind of insurance is typically included in a comprehensive policy and can provide important security in the event of being involved in a serious accident.

The process for filing an UIM/UM claim is similar to filing a traditional car accident claim. It typically involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as repair bills for your automobile. The insurance company will scrutinize these documents and other documents to determine if your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

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 claims 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 vehicle is damaged in an accident, you may seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you in filing a claim and recover financial and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to claim compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

We will record every physical evidence you have in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene where the accident occurred and your property, such as scratches, broken glass, and cracked device screens. We will also get any police reports or accidents as well as any information from witnesses.

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

It is not advisable to give any written or oral explanations to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties responsible since they could be used later in court against you. It is recommended that you see a doctor as soon as possible after the accident. Certain injuries may take time to show and could be used against you in court if you attempt to claim compensation.