Car Accidents

Roughly 6% of the drivers in New York are uninsured. If you get hit by one of them, you will need to look to your own insurance policy to recover compensation. When your injuries are minor, your no-fault insurance policy should cover the medical bills. But if your injuries are …

After a car accident, you may want to let friends and family know what happened and how you’re feeling. However, avoid using social media to communicate this, as insurance companies scour it to try and minimize any of your injuries. Further, social media posts can harm your car accident claim, …

Under New York’s comparative negligence law, you may be able to file a lawsuit for your injuries even though you were partially at fault for a car accident. This holds even if you and the driver are equally at fault, or 50/50. Since New York is a no-fault insurance state, …

There is no question bad weather can play a role in car accidents. Still, that does not excuse what may prove unreasonable behavior by the at-fault driver– even in bad weather. For example, a driver may obey the speed limit, but if the roads are icy, the normal speed limit …

Collisions between cars and trucks often involve serious injuries or fatalities. If you are physically able, call the police and document the aftermath of the accident by taking photos of the scene. The New York City car accident lawyers at Douglas & London understand that your world has turned upside …

Determining fault in a multi-car accident is complex. Multiple parties may prove liable, and only a complete analysis based on the evidence reveals who is responsible. The New York City car accident lawyers at Douglas & London will thoroughly investigate your claim, protect your rights, and fight aggressively so that …

New York pedestrians are protected by the city’s right of way law. This statute makes it possible for accident victims to seek compensation for medical care, lost income, and other injury-related expenses. Get in touch with our New York City car accident lawyers today to discuss your legal options. Keeping …

The one hard and fast rule to follow after any auto collision is to take care of yourself and, if necessary, any passengers in your car. Check everyone over for injuries and contact emergency responders if needed. Now is a great time for someone who’s trained in first aid to …

Car accident injuries can run the gamut from minor bumps and cuts to fractured bones and loss of limb. The impact of a crash can also create soft tissue injuries–one of the most overlooked but potentially damaging types of bodily harm. This is characterized as any damage to the muscles, …

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in a car accident– so it’s no surprise that many people ask about the average payout. Nationally, it falls somewhere between $10,000 and $20,000, but the amount will vary based on the specific injury and whether the claimant has a personal injury …