Darrel Lorimer

Auto Accident Attorneys The long-term effects of a car crash can cause you to be faced with costly medical bills, a lower income, and suffering. The party who was negligent in causing your accident should be liable to pay for these losses. A seasoned New York City auto accident lawyer can assist you in pursuing the full amount of compensation for all your losses. A qualified attorney for car accidents can also help you avoid unreasonable denials by insurance companies. Distracted driving Every driver has a duty to operate their vehicle safely and keep their attention focused on the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of collisions and near-collisions and is extremely dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured from a driver who was distracted, you may be entitled to compensation. Although many people think of texting and talking on the phone when they hear the term distracted driving It's actually any other activity that requires your hands off the wheel, eyes off the road, or thoughts off the task at the present moment. This includes eating, searching for things in the car, interacting with other drivers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature or personal grooming, such as shaving or applying makeup, and more. According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of close-collisions involve some form of driver distraction. Even looking away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph doubles your risk of a crash. A seasoned auto accident lawyer can assist you if been injured in an accident caused by an unintentionally distracted driver. They will review 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 take numerous forms, ranging from minor fender benders to catastrophic head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines the liability and the extent and extent of injuries to the victims as well as their financial losses. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes. Even the slightest distraction - flipping through radio stations, putting on makeup or reading a map - can cause a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents include reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, as well as older or inexperienced drivers. A skilled New York City car accident lawyer can review your case and identify all parties responsible for your injuries and financial losses. They can also negotiate an acceptable settlement with the insurance company that is the defendant's. An experienced attorney for auto accidents can assist you in obtaining the compensation you're due for your losses and injuries that include future and past medical expenses and lost earnings, emotional and physical suffering, and many other damages. They can also make sure that your claim has insurance for uninsured or under-insured drivers, in the event that they are required. This is particularly crucial if the driver at fault does not have insurance or has only the minimum required under New York law. Underinsured or uninsured motorists Some drivers do not carry insurance while others have a small amount of coverage. It can be difficult to get the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a crash. In these cases it is crucial to have a competent lawyer working for you and the insurance company. 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 usually part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and will provide you with vital insurance in the event of a major accident. The process of filing a UIM/UM is similar to the typical auto accident claim. It usually involves the submission of copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will examine these documents and others to determine if your losses are covered under the other driver's policy. It is essential to consult a New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the accident as you can and immediately file a UIM/UM, especially when the other driver states they don't 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 destruction If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you are able to get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our lawyers can help you to file a claim for both economic and non-economic damages, 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 keep track of all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the collision and your property, such as scratches, broken glass, and cracked screens for your devices. We will also get any accident or police reports and any information about witnesses. The law in New York is based on negligence in a comparative manner. This means that if you're found partially responsible for an accident, you will be reduced in damages by the proportion of blame you receive. Additionally, the defendant could be found to be entirely responsible for the incident and thus ineligible to recover at all. Do not provide any written or oral declarations to the representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault as they may be used later in court to smear you. It is also essential to consult a doctor right away after your accident, as some injuries take a long time to be discovered and could be used against you if you try to get compensation for your injuries later on.