A: Determining fault after a car accident can be challenging, especially if no witnesses were present. Typically, the stakeholders involved in determining fault are the drivers involved, the police and the drivers' insurance companies. New York is a comparative fault state, so you can still recover a compensation amount for the damage, even if you are mostly at-fault driver. Contact our experienced New York auto accident attorneys to discuss your case.
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If you are involved in a car accident, we recommend the following:
A: As long as you are not 100 percent at fault for your car accident, you can still recover money for the injuries suffered. Most accidents involve some degree of comparative fault between the parties. Also, an experienced car accident attorney can investigate the possibilities of defective equipment of your car or a traffic light that did not work or any such scenarios that could help in the case.
A: You have the right to fight the insurance company on your own. However, that can be complex and you may have to accept a settlement that is lesser than what you deserve. An auto accident lawyer aggressively fights on your behalf to maximize the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced auto accident attorneys.
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