Car Accidents

Fleeing the scene of a car accident is never a good idea, no matter if it’s a minor scrape or a serious collision. At-fault motorists who are driving under the influence of alcohol, with an expired license or another type of infraction, often panic and speed away in the hopes …

You can best protect your rights by always notifying your insurer of an accident, even one that appears minor. You likely have a contractual obligation to provide notice within a reasonable time anyway– because even the most minimal accidents can result in bodily injury or repair bills. You have the …

If you have recently purchased a new or used vehicle, you were likely offered an opportunity to purchase Guaranteed Asset Protection or “GAP” insurance. This covers the difference between the amount that you financed and the vehicle’s actual value. Before you agree to the extra cost of that insurance, call …

There is no short, easy answer to this question. YES, there are cases where you may need to repair your car after an accident before you can drive it again. NO, most of the time you do not “have” to repair your car after an accident, but your decision on …

A few days after a car accident, it is likely you will hear from the auto insurance company with a settlement offer. Never accept their offer before consulting with legal counsel.  When you have been seriously injured in a car accident, your medical bills are skyrocketing at the same time …

You can take things slowly. Start with short, easy drives, preferably in the company of a supportive traveling companion. You can also take a defensive driving course, talk things over with a counselor, or discuss your case with a qualified personal injury lawyer. Sometimes the worst injuries are invisible to …

Passengers who use ridesharing services such as Uber or Lyft are covered by the respective company’s insurance. Schedule an appointment with the New York City car accident lawyers at Douglas & London today to discuss your options for receiving maximum compensation. Uber and Lyft have you covered Many Uber and …

New York is a no-fault state, which means that each driver’s own insurance pays for their accident-related medical care up to the policy’s stated limits. In some cases, it’s possible to seek compensation from the other driver’s insurance as well– for example, in cases where the injured party suffers long-term …

The statute of limitations for filing an accident-related lawsuit in New York is normally three years. The sole exception to this rule is when someone dies in the collision. In that case, the deadline is two years from the date of that person’s death, not the date of the accident. …

It’s never too soon after an auto crash to talk to our skilled New York City car accident lawyers. The quicker you take this important step, the more likely you are to receive the full compensation you deserve for medical bills, lost income, pain, and suffering, and other damages.  Five …