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In most motor vehicle accident cases, the plaintiff's are reduced by the percentage of fault. The jury will make this decision in accordance with the evidence they are presented.

To be liable for an injury, the defendant must be negligent at the time of the incident. Liability is determined based on the amount of negligence that contributed to the accident.

Liability

The purpose of a claim for motor vehicle accidents is to recover damages from the other party in exchange for damages and injuries caused due to their negligence. A lawsuit for an automobile or trucking accident will require that the victim of the accident prove that the defendant's negligent acts or inaction caused a collision and the bodily injury that resulted from it.

An experienced attorney can help you determine whether the driver at fault or another defendant is responsible for your losses. The majority of auto accident cases hinge on a plaintiff's capacity to demonstrate the liability of their defendant on traditional tort liability principles which include a defendant's obligation to the plaintiff, the breach of this duty, the actual and proximate causation, and injuries.

A competent lawyer can help analyze liability in situations where the insured driver or owner of the vehicle is a party in a lawsuit. The majority of automobile insurance policies include an affirmative coverage for anyone who is operating the vehicle with the owner's permission, subject to certain exclusions. This analysis also includes a look at of CPLR SS 1602.

Damages

A successful motor vehicle lawsuit needs to prove the damages suffered by a plaintiff. This is usually accomplished by providing detailed documentation of the expenses incurred out of pocket and also future losses that are likely to arise as a result of the injuries suffered. These are referred to as economic and non-economic damages.

The former covers things like medical bills and lost income. The latter covers more intangible issues like pain and suffering. It can be difficult to quantify an amount of money on non-economic damages, such as mental distress and loss of enjoyment in life.

Your attorney will assist you in formulating your damages with the use of a variety. This includes retaining experts in reconstruction of accidents who look at photographs of the scene, police reports, witness testimony and other evidence to reconstruct how the accident occurred.

Your attorney will also help to support your claim with expert opinions that outline the economic and non-economic effects of your injuries. This will include cost estimates for future care and support along with wage projections and other financial factors. They are crucial to ensure that you are fully compensated for any losses you have suffered and will continue to suffer in the future.

Comparative Fault

A system referred to as comparative fault, also referred to as contributory negligence determines how much fault an injured person is accountable for in a car accident. In many instances, it's a crucial issue that your attorney will have to prove.

The majority of states have some kind of a comparative fault rule, which allows victims to claim compensation even if they share the blame for an accident. However, the amount they receive in settlement will be reduced based on their level of blame. For instance, if a jury awards $100,000 for your injuries but finds that you are at least 40 percent responsible, you will only receive $60,000.

There are two kinds of modified comparative fault rules. The one is known as the 50% bar rule, which bars the victim from receiving damages in cases where they are more than 50% at fault. Colorado and Utah are two states that adhere to this rule. The other type is pure comparative fault, which permits victims to recover damages even if found to be at fault.

Statute of limitations

In most instances, the person who was injured in a car crash can sue. However these lawsuits must be filed within a specified timeframe known as the statute of limitations or the victim's legal claim will be forfeited and barred for life.

The statute of limitations has nothing to be concerned with whether or not the defendant's insurance company will settle, and everything to do with the initial triggering event in the case-the accident or incident that caused the injury. Thus, knowing precisely when the clock will begin to tick is essential for making sure that you are in compliance with this crucial legal requirement.

In New York, those injured in car accidents are allowed up to three years to make a personal injury claim. This timeline may be shortened in some circumstances, however. In cases where a child is involved, for instance the statute is suspended until the child becomes liberated, which is achieved by marriage or at the age of 18 usually two years after the accident. There are other exceptions, and a knowledgeable attorney can provide advice on the particulars.

Representation

We have extensive experience representing public utilities and public entities in matters involving motor vehicle litigation. Our clients include local, county, state and federal entities that regulate fixed public utilities, such as gas, electric and water/sewer services. We represent transportation companies like limousines and taxicabs before Public Utilities Commission on issues that concern rates, service and fees.

We can assist you in determining the parties responsible for the cause of a motor vehicle crash and assist you in pursuing compensation. Our firm also assists victims of tractor-trailer truck accidents and car accidents, including cases of wrongful deaths.

Our commercial motor vehicle practice provides advice to manufacturers, national leasing companies and national logistics companies regarding product liability and claims for automobile accidents. We manage pre-suit assessment and actively manage the discovery process. We also use trial-ready skills to obtain an acceptable client outcome, be it a summary decision or a favorable final verdict. Our team regularly counsels franchised motor vehicle, motorcycle, and truck dealers on factory-dealer issues. It also represents them in New Motor Vehicle Board protests which involve dealership terminations, adding points, warranty and incentive audits, and relocations.