Auto Accident Attorneys There is a chance that you will be left with a large medical bill as well as a lower income and pain and suffering in the aftermath of a car crash. The party responsible for your accident should be accountable for the losses. A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get full compensation for your losses. A trained car accident attorney can also safeguard you from inexplicably denied claims by insurance companies. Distracted driving Every driver is responsible to operate their vehicle safely and keep their focus on the road. Distracted driving can be dangerous for other road users. It's the leading cause of collisions. If you've been injured by a driver who was distracted, you could be eligible for compensation. Distracted driving can include eating, reaching for things in the car, interacting and interacting with passengers changing dashboard controls such as the temperature or radio or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup and many more. This includes eating, reaching into the car to find items as well as interacting with other passengers and changing the controls on the dashboard such as the radio or temperature. It can also include personal grooming, such as shaving or applying make-up. According to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) around 80 percent of all crashes and 65 per cent of near-collisions are caused by driver distraction. And even just looking away from the road for five seconds at 55 mph increases your risk of a crash. A seasoned auto accident lawyer can assist you if you've been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They can investigate your case and make the most persuasive arguments for full compensation that includes covering all of your current and future expenses. Car crashes Car accidents can take many forms, from simple fender benders, to devastating head-on collisions. The type of accident determines who's accountable, as well as the scope and nature of the victims' injuries as well as the extent of their financial losses. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash statistics reveal that driver error is the main driver's fault in motor vehicle accidents. Even the slightest distraction, such as changing radio stations or applying makeup or reading a road map, could cause a serious crash. Other causes of car accidents are speeding, drunk or reckless driving, bad weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, or elderly drivers. A New York City car accident lawyer will look over your case and identify the parties responsible and assess the extent of your financial losses and injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with the insurer of the defendant. A skilled attorney for auto accidents can assist you in obtaining the amount you are due, which includes for past and future medical expenses and lost wages, physical and mental anxiety, and other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage should it be required. This is especially important if the at-fault driver does not have insurance or has only the minimum required under New York law. Uninsured or underinsured motorists Some drivers do not carry car insurance, and some have a limited coverage. It isn't easy to collect the compensation you are due if an uninsured motorist causes a collision. In these cases you must have a skilled legal advocate 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 can provide you with important protections if you are involved in a serious collision. The process for filing UIM/UM claims is similar the standard auto accident claim. It generally involves submitting copies of your medical bills and automobile repair bills. The insurance company will review these and other documents to determine if your losses fall within the boundaries of the other driver's insurance. It's best to consult with a New York City car accident attorney as soon as you can following the accident and submit an UIM/UM claim as soon as possible in the event that the other driver says 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 damage If your vehicle has been damaged in a collision and you want to seek compensation for the damages by contacting the insurance company. Our lawyers can assist with filing a claim in order to recuperate economic and non-economic expenses, like medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured. We will take note of all evidence physical in your case. This includes taking photos of the scene of the collision and your property, such as dents, broken glass, and cracked screen protectors for your device. We will also gather copies of any police or accident reports, and secure any vital information about witnesses. The law in New York is based on negligence that is comparative. This means that if you're found to be partly responsible for an accident, you will be penalized by the proportion of blame you're given. Likewise, the defendant may be found to be completely responsible for the accident and, therefore, not able to recover in any way. Do not provide any oral or written statements to representatives of the insurance companies of the parties who are at fault because they could be used later in court to smear you. It is also essential to see a physician immediately after the accident, since some injuries take time to manifest and could be used against you if you try to claim compensation for your injuries later.