Car Accidents

Car accidents can have many causes– negligent motorists, defective vehicle parts, and even poor road conditions. While less common, pedestrians can also cause a crash. In most cases, they do have the right of way. There are some circumstances, however, where the pedestrian could be at fault. If you are …

If you get into an accident with a rental car, what happens next depends on the type of auto insurance coverage you have and the circumstances surrounding the crash. If you paid for it with a credit card or purchased additional insurance, you are generally covered. Purchasing additional insurance from …

New York’s insurance system is designed to protect injured parties regardless of who is at fault, but what happens if you were badly hurt and the other driver refuses to cooperate? Auto accidents are jarring events, and everyone reacts differently to this stress. When emotions are running high, people can …

You were hurt in a vehicle accident and have been contacted by the insurance adjuster, asking for your medical records. You need to be reimbursed for your hospital and treatment bills, and it seems reasonable to release these so your claim can move forward.  After all, without medical records to …

Yes, a police report can help your personal injury lawyer to obtain for you the compensation you deserve. It can also protect you from false allegations by the other driver. The right documentation is everything TV shows would have you believe that most legal matters are decided solely on eyewitness …

It’s always a good idea to talk to one of our New York City car accident lawyers after a car wreck. This includes rear-end accidents. Only a properly trained lawyer can render a professional opinion on complex issues such as liability and damages. Who’s at fault in a rear-end collision? …

You can best prepare for New York’s icy streets if you check your car well before the cold weather sets in. A pre-winter car safety check can reduce breakdowns and get you through the inevitable delays and traffic stoppages. Keeping your car well-maintained for all driving conditions will also improve …

An insurance company’s initial settlement offer is always low. Insurance adjusters know that many car accident victims have no idea of a fair settlement amount– and may think the offer is reasonable. You need legal advice after suffering serious injuries resulting in a long recuperation and time lost from work. …

Identifying fault in a T-bone accident is often complex. Because these collisions are often catastrophic, and in many cases fatal, proving the fault of the other driver can be essential for victims who face enormous financial burdens following a crash, including steep medical bills and lost wages from time missed …

When drivers operate a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they put everyone at risk. From pedestrians to other motorists, anyone in the path of an intoxicated driver faces an increased risk of a car accident. Those caught up in a car accident caused by a drunk …