BEST NYC MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY WITH 15+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Having amassed a wealth of expertise over 15 years and successfully settling cases worth over one hundred million dollars, our adept team of personal injury attorneys at Dalbir Singh & Associates, P.C. is dedicated to fighting for the optimal outcome in your motor vehicle accident case, including securing a maximum settlement.

WHY CHOOSE DALBIR SINGH & ASSOCIATES P.C. FOR YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT CLAIM?

No matter if you were a driver, passenger, or pedestrian involved in a motor vehicle accident, our knowledgeable and determined lawyers are prepared to represent you diligently.

Throughout the entire legal process, our compassionate attorneys will provide unwavering support, ensuring you have peace of mind knowing that your case is in capable hands.

TYPES OF MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS RECOGNIZED UNDER NEW YORK STATE LAW

New York State Law acknowledges various types of motor vehicle accidents, which may entitle you to seek compensation. These include head-on collisions, rear-end collisions, side impact collisions (commonly referred to as T-bone or broadside collisions), rollovers, single-vehicle accidents, and multiple vehicle pileups.

CAR ACCIDENT LAWS IN NEW YORK

Statute of Limitations (New York Consolidated Laws, Civil Practice Law and Rules – CVP 214)

As per the statute of limitations, you have a three-year window to file a claim following a motor vehicle accident, commencing from the date of the incident. Failure to meet this deadline may result in your case being dismissed by the court.

New York No-Fault Law (Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Insurance Reparations Act)

Under the New York No-Fault Law, insurance companies are obliged to provide up to $50,000 for medical and hospital services, non-medical treatment and care, physical, psychiatric, and occupational therapy, as well as other injury-related professional services, regardless of fault.

Contributory or Comparative Negligence (N.Y. Civ. Pac. L. & R. 1411)

According to this law, the damages you can claim after a motor vehicle accident are reduced proportionately by your own percentage of fault, regardless of the actual amount of fault assigned.

LIABILITY FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS IN NEW YORK

In New York, parties responsible for motor vehicle accidents encompass anyone who played a role in the incident, including drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and others.

COMPENSATION FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INJURIES IN NEW YORK

Since New York is a no-fault state, your Personal Injury Protection Insurance (PIP) will cover medical bills, lost wages, and additional expenses for in-house help or transportation related to treatment following an accident.

If you were involved in an accident as a pedestrian or bicyclist, the driver's insurance company will provide the coverage.

Losses Exceeding No-Fault Coverage

If your medical expenses surpass the limits of the no-fault policy, you have the option to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for causing the accident.

Pain and Suffering

To seek compensation for pain and suffering, you can initiate a third-party claim or file a lawsuit against the driver at fault.

Property Damage

If a motor vehicle accident results in damage to personal property, you are eligible to seek compensation from the responsible party.

NEW YORK MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INJURIES FAQS