Sunset Park Car Accident Lawyer
Car accident injuries may affect you temporarily or for the rest of your life. Depending on the severity of the injury, you might face only a short time off work, or you could prove unable to work for months, years, or perhaps ever again. The effect on your family and finances is devastating. If another motorist’s negligent actions or inactions caused the accident, you may be eligible to collect monetary compensation for your injuries.
The car accident lawyers of Douglas & London are ready and able to protect your rights and prove the legal liability of the responsible party. You can trust in our track of success: Our dedicated attorneys have secured $18 billion for their clients in personal injury settlements and verdicts.
What to do after a car accident
After the shock of a car accident and subsequent injuries, many people are not capable of collecting evidence at the scene. If it is possible, however, take photos or videos of the accident site and get the contact and insurance information of the driver. If there are witnesses, obtain their contact information. Always notify the police of the accident.
While badly-injured car accident victims are generally taken to the hospital by emergency responders, some people may not think their injuries are serious or even that they were harmed in the collision. If you have any pain whatsoever, seek immediate medical attention. Even if you think you were unharmed, go to the doctor as soon as possible. Some injuries, especially those involving soft tissues, may not appear right away. Failure to receive prompt medical treatment post-accident gives the insurance company the ability to allege that your injuries did not result from the crash.
What not to do after a car accident
Insurance companies will look for ways to avoid paying accident claims. For that reason, do not post any information or photos of the accident on social media. It is easy to damage your case inadvertently with comments the insurer may use against you.
After a car accident, expect to hear from the insurance company. Do not make a statement before consulting an attorney, and never agree to any settlement offer, even if it sounds reasonable. A car accident attorney has the expertise to know the right settlement amount for your injuries, and each case is unique.
Car accident compensation
Compensation for a car accident in New York City may include:
- Past, present, and future medical costs
- Lost wages
- Lost income if the injury prevents employment
- Lowered quality of life
- Pain and suffering
Sometimes, the person dies from their injuries. In these situations, the personal representative of the late person’s estate may file a wrongful death lawsuit. Compensation in wrongful death cases may include funeral and burial expenses, lost wages between the date of the injury and death, the value of support services, and the value of parental care for surviving children.
Contact a Sunset Park Car Accident Lawyer
If another driver’s negligence resulted in your serious motor vehicle accident injuries, consider the services of a seasoned Sunset Park car accident lawyer at Douglas & London. Call or text us 24/7 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation. There is no fee unless we win.
