NYC and Brooklyn Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer
Richard Rozhik, Esq. – Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, and Staten Island Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney
If you are victim of a motor vehicle accident in NYC or Brooklyn, be sure to contact our law firm immediately. Many residents do not realize this, but there are several expenses which you can recover because of an accidents.
What Damages Are Recoverable After a New York Motor Vehicle Accident?
Our aggressive attorneys will work at a rapid pace to help with your recovery. There are a number of items we will help with on seeking you damages for including:
-Future and current medical bills associated with the motor vehicle accident
-Ambulance and emergency room fees that occurred immediately after the accident
-Any and all lost wages as a result of the accident
-Wages lost due to time off from work for hospital visits and legal matters that required your presence
-Pain and suffering, including mental and emotional trauma
-Loss of job or earning opportunity due to the accident
-Rehabilitation costs and physical therapy
-Damages associated with wrongful death
We Will Handle Evidence Gathering
In order to build a strong and solid case to maximize your settle or claim, we must prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that you were a victim of a car accident. The most typical and common forms of evidence we gather for our clients are as follows but are not limited to:
-Police reports from the local officers that were at the scene of the incident
-Witness testimony and affidavits from those who were in the vicinity of the accident
-Photos and video footage associated with the motor vehicle accident
-Insurance company reports along with medical bills
The Stand Type of Motor Vehicle Accidents
Some of the most impactful and serious motor vehicle accident cases that we have seen include:
- Side Impact Collisions: This is also called a T-Bone collision. This type of accident is extremely serious on account of the direct collision being so close to the proximity of the drivers side door. Common injuries from this accident are shoulder and broken arm injuries, head traumas, spinal damage, and hip fractures.
- Head-On Collisions: This occurs when the point of contact is made by the front-end of two vehicles colliding into each other. Head and neck trauma are common with this type of accident as well as torn ligaments in the lower part of ones body.
A Law Firm That Stands Up To Insurance Companies
Insurance companies care about one thing – giving out the smallest payout as possible. They are in the business of collecting premiums and denying as many claims as possible. Our job is to prove to them that your claim is legitimate and well deserved. Your pain, suffering, medical bills, and lost wages are deserve just compensation.
We’ve went up against insurance companies several times and came out ahead. These established industries aren’t your friends or allies. They are focused on one thing only – to pay you out the last amount of money as possible. They want low settlements or outright denial of your claim completely. Our law firm will not let that happen. Assuming you have a legitimate grievance, we will fight tooth and nail to get you the compensation you deserve.
Our lawyers are aggressive, fast, and well prepared to go up against these massive insurance companies. Let us be your partners in defending what is due to you.
FAQs
Q: After an accident, should I reach out to the other driver that was involved to get their insurance company contact?
A: You should consult with your own attorney first. We recommend you let your lawyer do all of the talking and communicate with all of the necessary parties, including the other driver’s insurer. Sometimes phone calls may recorded when you speak with an insurance adjuster and an inexperienced individual talking to them may provide an ambiguous statement which could hurt your potential to a claim.
Q: Can I file a claim if I was partially at fault for the motor vehicle accident I was involved in?
A: Yes, you may still file a claim even if you were partially at fault. New York is what we call a comparative negligence state. What this means is the court will examine the case, determine the degree of fault for each party involved, and apply an appropriate percentage to the damages and payout that will be awarded.
Q: What should I do if I cannot afford to hire an attorney?
A: When it comes to personal injury matters, the common practice in the legal profession is to work on a contingency basis. What this means is payment to the attorney is solely dependent on the outcome of the case. If you recover damages, then that is when the lawyer collects their attorney expense. Otherwise, if the case does not settle and you do not collect from the insurer, the attorney will not be paid for their work.
Q: Suppose I contact the insurer myself and they make me an offer from the accident – what should I do?
A: You should speak to your attorney first. They may be offering you a very low settlement. You should allow an attorney to review the case first. There is a chance your type of case typically pays out millions meanwhile the insurer is only offering you five figures.
Contact a Motor Vehicle Lawyer Today
Call us today at (917) 567-1963 for a FREE CONSULTATION. We will review your case within 24 hours and let you know if recovery is possible. Once we determine that you do have a legitimate case with the insurance company, we will enter into the evidence gathering process. This is when we collect medical records, witness statements, police reports, and all other forms of information to help you with your case. Afterwards we try and enter into settlement. Settlement is highly recommended as it brings you closure faster and avoids months if not years of court battles. Our law firm with be in contact with every necessary part involved. We will keep you updated on your case frequently. Transparency is very important to our firm. Be sure to contact us if you have been a victim of a car accident, motorcycle accident, or a taxi and Uber/Lyft accident.