New York Car Accident Lawyer

The Law Offices of Mark E. Weinberger P.C. has a strong record of success as a car accident lawyer in New York and knows how to obtain the highest possible settlement or verdict for your auto accident.

If you have been hurt in an auto accident, train or bus accident, the injuries sustained can be life-altering. You can be deprived of basic functions and mobility you never dreamed you’d lose. If these losses, pain and suffering are due to someone else’s negligence, one of our auto accident lawyers will help you recover the financial damages you deserve.

Our car accident lawyers in New York represent victims of all types of auto accidents:

• Accidents caused by distracted driving
• Head-on and rear-end collisions
• Bus and train accidents
• Drunk driving accidents
• SUV rollovers
• Accidents caused by being “cut off”
• Hit-and-run accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Accidents with underinsured or uninsured drivers

We Will Fight Hard For Your Rights

We know that a car accident injury lawyer is the last line of defense between your rights and the corporate greed of insurance companies.

For over 40 years, Mark E. Weinberger has been one of the most successful car accident lawyers in New York. By helping those injured in car accidents, Mark E. Weinberger has helped many victims and their families get their lives back on track, pay their medical bills and receive the money their injuries merit.

The main goal of attorneys from insurance companies is to shift responsibility away from their clients. The last thing they want is for you to collect on the policy they hold on the negligent party. In short, their job is to make sure that you are not compensated. Our auto accident attorneys protect you from these corporate lawyers, preserve your rights and ensure that you get the maximum amount of compensation for your injuries.

Our Car Accident Settlements And Verdicts

• $1.9 million – For a woman’s fatal infection caused by a car crash.
• $1,235,000 – Settlement for an 18-year-old passenger injured by a 16-year-old drunk driver who crashed his car into a tree after attending a party at a private home where alcohol was served to minors. Social host laws applied. Injuries included a fractured femur that required multiple surgeries, causing scarring and loss of full range of motion.
• $1 million – For serious injuries caused by an auto accident. Victim trapped in a vehicle, extracted by the Jaws of Life. The fractured knee cap required multiple surgeries.
• $820,000 – A teen passenger suffered two fractured legs when the car driven by an intoxicated driver hit a wall.
• $750,000 – Car hit by truck causing fractured shin bone of driver.
• $110,000 – A young passenger injured in the auto accident sustained a three-inch scar on the side of the head.

* This is attorney advertising; past results are no guarantee of future success.

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New York Car Accidents FAQs

After an injury in a car accident in Long Island, Suffolk or Nassau counties, you are likely overwhelmed with questions. We have answered some of the most common questions we receive from crash survivors.

What should I do immediately after being involved in a car accident?

First, ensure everyone’s safety by checking for injuries and moving to a safe location if possible. It is mandatory to report the accident to the police if there’s injury, death or property damage exceeding $1,000.

Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver(s), document the scene with photos and gather witness statements. Notify your insurance company about the incident immediately. Seek medical attention, even if injuries seem minor, because symptoms can develop later. Remember, avoid admitting fault, as this could impact future claims.

How long do I have to file a car accident claim in New York?

In New York, you generally have three years from the date of a car accident to file a claim for personal injuries or property damage. However, if your claim involves a government entity, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days and start a lawsuit within one year and 90 days of the accident.

Furthermore, if the accident resulted in a fatality, a wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of death.

What if the other driver is uninsured or underinsured?

New York requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist coverage as part of their auto insurance policy. This coverage protects you if you are involved in an accident with a driver without sufficient insurance. After an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you can file a claim with your own insurance company under this provision. But before then, it is wise to review your policy details to understand the extent of your coverage.

Can I still file a claim if I was partially at fault for the accident?

Yes, the New York “pure comparative negligence” rule means you can file a claim even if you were partially at fault. However, your compensation will be reduced based on your percentage fault.

For instance, if you are found 30% responsible for the accident, your compensation would be reduced by 30%. This approach can help ensure that fault is proportionately assigned and you can still recover damages corresponding to the other party’s degree of responsibility.

Car Accident Attorneys Serving The Greater New York City Area

The Law Offices of Mark E. Weinberger P.C. is located in Rockville Centre, New York. Our team of personal injury attorneys fights for personal injury settlements in New York City and surrounding greater New York City areas. Call us at 516-855-3715 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation today.