30+ Year Experienced Car Accident Attorney in New York City
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in New York City or the surrounding areas, it is important to consult with an experienced car accident attorney. These incidents can have serious consequences on an individual’s or family member’s life. The financial repercussions, physical suffering, and emotional anguish might lead to unnecessary amounts of stress that only fuel the situation. It is important to consider your legal options after being injured in a motor vehicle collision. Take a look at our results and contact the Law Offices of Laurence C. Tarowsky today at (212) 947-2099 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced NYC car accident lawyer.
What Should I do After an Automobile Accident?
Being involved in a car accident is scary, even if it is minor. If you are able, the first thing you should do after an accident is to contact emergency services. 911 will dispatch police and an ambulance to the scene to document the accident and attend to any injuries sustained. The police officers on the scene will be able to document what caused the accident, assign blame to the negligent party, and collect statements from any available witnesses. It is important to have the emergency medical technicians that arrive take account of any of your injuries, as this may be necessary information in pursuing your case.
Recovering Compensation After an Accident
The types and amount of compensation for auto accident victims vary from case to case, but in general, the following is often included in a claim:
- Damages for the inability to work
- Damages for pain and suffering
- Damages for all associated medical bills
- Non-economic damages for emotional stress
- Damages to compensate for a wrongful death
Our Legal Services
At the Law Offices of Laurence C. Tarowsky, we have over 30 years of experience guiding clients through a variety of motor vehicle accident claims. Our car accident attorneys serve clients in Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and throughout New York. Some of the many accident cases involving motor vehicles we handle include the following:
- Bicycle accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- MTA accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Ridesharing accidents
- Truck accidents
Knowing the Statute of Limitations in New York
With auto accident claims there is a specific statute of limitations that must be adhered to. If you miss this deadline, you may lose the ability to seek monetary compensation. In general the statute is three years from the incident; however, this varies depending on the specifics of the claim. A lawyer can further explain these rules during your consultation.
What is No-Fault Insurance in New York?
Drivers in New York State are offered Personal Injury Protection, which is a form of no-fault insurance. This can be of significant help after an accident, as it can cover some of your medical bills and lost wages. In the event that PIP does not cover all of your expenses after an accident, it may be time to consider your other legal options.
Forms of Driver Negligence
Driver negligence is one of the most common causes of accidents on the streets of New York. Negligence can happen in many different ways. Even when a driver doesn’t feel like they are doing anything necessarily wrong, they can come to find that if they had been more careful, they could have avoided an accident. Some of the many examples of driver negligence our firm sees when assessing motor vehicle collisions include the following:
- Speeding
- Tailgating
- Swerving in between cars and lanes
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Drowsy driving
- Distracted driving
- Unlawful turns
Contact an Experienced New York City Car Accident Attorney
If an insurance company has recently offered to settle your damages, injuries, or pain and suffering case out of court, we encourage you to contact us before you sign any documents to finalize the process. Our NYC car accident attorney can thoroughly analyze the contract to ensure your rights are protected and that you are getting an amount you deserve. If your needs are not being met, we can provide mediation and litigation services to get you and your family the compensation you are entitled to. We can also help you file with your own insurance company for benefits in an uninsured motorist claim. Contact the Law Offices of Laurence C. Tarowsky today for your free initial consultation.