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Auto Accident Attorneys

The long-term consequences of a car accident can leave you with expensive medical bills, a decreased income, and even pain and suffering. The person who caused your accident should be liable to cover these costs.

An experienced New York City clifton heights auto accident lawsuit accident lawyer can assist you in seeking the full amount of compensation for all your losses. A trained car accident attorney can also help you avoid unreasonable denials by insurance companies.

Distracted driving

Every driver has a duty to drive safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is the primary cause of near-collisions and collisions and is extremely dangerous for other motorists on the road. If you have been injured by a driver who was distracted, you could be eligible for compensation.

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

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) about 80 percent all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are the result of driver distraction. And even just turning your attention away from the road for five seconds at 55mph doubles your risk of a crash.

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

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on numerous forms, from minor fender benders up to massive head-on collisions. The type of accident determines who's at fault, as does the severity and extent of the victims' injuries and the extent of their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics that driver errors are a main cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction like flipping through radio stations making-up or looking at a map can cause an injury or accident. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, reckless or drunk driving, poor weather conditions, inexperienced drivers or elderly drivers.

A knowledgeable New York City car accident lawyer can analyze your case and pinpoint the parties accountable for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate an acceptable settlement with the insurance company that is the defendant's.

A skilled attorney for auto accidents will help you get the amount you are due, which includes future and past medical costs, lost wages, mental and physical anxiety, and other damages. They can also make sure that your claim has coverage for sub-insured or uninsured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is particularly important if the person at fault is not insured or has insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Uninsured or underinsured drivers

Some drivers don't carry insurance for their car, and some have a limited coverage. If an under-, or uninsured driver is responsible for causing collisions, it can be especially difficult to recover compensation for your loss. In these situations you need to have your own skilled legal advocate on hand to help you achieve 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 provides you with crucial protections if you are involved in a serious collision.

The process to file UIM/UM claims is similar the traditional claim for auto accidents. It typically involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will analyze these and other documents to determine whether your losses are within the limits of the coverage of the other driver.

It's important to consult an New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the crash as possible and start a UIM/UM immediately, especially in the event that the other driver claims they do not have insurance or have inadequate 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 car is damaged in an accident, you can seek compensation from the insurance company of the party at the fault. Our lawyers can help you to file a claim for both economic and non-economic losses, including medical expenses and lost income. You could also be eligible to claim compensation for your pain and suffering.

We will thoroughly review the damage to your vehicle and record all evidence physical for your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the accident and your property, such as damaged glass, dents, and cracked device screens. We will also collect copies of any police or accident reports, and secure any crucial information regarding witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence that means that even if found to be partially responsible for the accident the amount of your damages will be reduced by the percentage of liability attributed to you. The defendant could also be found solely responsible for the accident and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

You should not give 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 important to see a physician immediately after the accident, since some injuries take time to show up and can be used against you if you try to claim compensation for your injuries later on.