Put Your Trust in a Queens Car Crash Law Firm After an Accident

Are fatalities from car crashes on the decline? According to an early estimate from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of fatalities due to car accidents seems to have declined in 2024. While this is good news, the NHTSA admits the work to keep people safe on the road is far from over—especially in New York City. If you have been in a car accident, your priority should be your health and safety. Unfortunately, car accidents demand a lot of attention due to medical bills, lost wages, and therapies. Thankfully, Shaevitz & Shaevitz is there to help you with every step! With over 65 years of experience representing clients, you can trust us as your premier car crash law firm in Queens, NY!

How a Queens Car Crash Law Firm Builds Your Case

After a motor vehicle collision, contacting a car crash law firm is a valuable next step. The legal process is incredibly intimidating and complex, especially if it is your first time experiencing a car crash. Fortunately, contacting an attorney like those at Shaevitz & Shaevitz can help.

Attorneys are legal experts who specialize in representing clients like you! To build your case, we begin by collecting crucial documentation. Evidence like pictures of the scene, detailed reports of injuries, and the names of those involved are all incredibly important for creating a strong foundation for your case. Additionally, we have access to various resources like police records and medical experts, allowing us to prove negligence.

Negligence means failing to act as a reasonable person would under the same conditions. If someone is found negligent, they are considered “at fault” for the accident. For car accidents in New York, multiple people can be at fault—or even partially at fault.

New York functions as a comparative negligence state, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partly responsible for the accident. However, your percentage of fault determines how much you receive in compensation beyond your no-fault benefits. For example, if you are 50% at fault and your injuries meet the serious injury threshold (see below), you are entitled to 50% of what those injuries are really worth.

Using our expert legal knowledge and experience, we will help determine fault. From there, we will represent you in court or settlement negotiations to secure fair compensation!

Understanding Your No-Fault Benefits

In New York State, you are eligible for no-fault benefits no matter who is to blame. These benefits come from your personal injury protection insurance (PIP), which all NYS drivers must have. PIP is a minimum of $50,000 per person that goes towards hospital bills, medical bills, and lost wages after a car accident. However, to qualify for these benefits, you must file a no-fault claim within 30 days of the accident. Thankfully, Shaevitz & Shaevitz can help you do so!

To acquire compensation beyond your no-fault benefits for pain and suffering, your injuries must surpass the serious injury threshold. This threshold includes injuries such as:

• Death
• Dismemberment
• Organ loss
• Paralysis
• And more

As your premier Queens car crash law firm, Shaevitz & Shaevitz will compile evidence and walk you through every step on your journey to justice. Additionally, we will even talk to the insurance company for you, expertly handling their minimizing tactics to secure maximum compensation for what your case is worth.

Trust Shaevitz & Shaevitz as Your Queens Car Crash Law Firm

After a motor vehicle collision, it’s important to put the health and safety of you and your loved ones first. Fortunately, Shaevitz & Shaevitz can handle the rest! As your car crash law firm in Queens, we use expert legal knowledge to determine fault and represent your interests in court or settlement negotiations. No matter the details of your car crash case, we are here to advocate for you and your family, ensuring justice and fair compensation.

Book a free consultation today to determine what your case is worth!

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