After a car accident, you should notify your insurance company and file a claim, and not deal with the other driver’s insurer. Except in rare circumstances, it is not wise to contact them. Your insurance company represents you, and the other driver’s insurance company represents them. New York is a …
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How Do I Know If My Car Accident Case Is Worth Anything?
Every car accident claim is unique. Just because one individual received a particular amount in a collision that seems similar to yours– does not mean your claim will have the same value. So much depends on the circumstances surrounding your accident– how badly you were hurt, the long-term effects of …
What Should I Do If My Insurance Claim is Denied?
Insurance claim denials are not the end of the road following a car accident. By state law, the insurance company must handle your claim promptly and honestly and make a “good faith effort” to consider the insured’s interests, as well as its own, when making settlement decisions. If you feel …
Can You Sue for PTSD After a Car Accident?
Car accidents often cause devastating bodily injuries. Broken bones and soft tissue damage can take weeks or months to heal, while some scars can last a lifetime. Injured in a car accident? Tap to call for a FREE consultation! Some of these scars, however, are not visible. If you have …
Can I Sue if I was a Passenger in a Car Accident?
If you have suffered injuries in a car accident, you have the right to bring a civil lawsuit against the negligent party responsible for the crash. This is true whether you were driving the vehicle or riding as a passenger. In many cases, a passenger could have more options than …
Can A Pedestrian Be at Fault in a Car Accident?
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 …
What Happens If You Crash a Rental Car?
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 …
What Do I Do After an Accident If the Other Driver Won’t Cooperate?
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 …
Should I Release My Medical Records to an Insurance Company?
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 …
Do I Need a Police Report After a Car Accident?
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 …


