Types of Car Accidents on Long Island

Car Accident Lawyers on Long Island, New York

The skilled personal injury lawyers at Parker Waichman LLP litigate many types of vehicle accidents on Long Island. We offer superior client representation on accident cases with litigation strategies focused on bringing the best results to you and your family. While every accident is unique and can manifest in a different way, we have found that some of the same accidents occur regularly on Long Island. These include:

• Rear-end collisions – Generally occur when one vehicle slams into the back of another, either because of inattention or following too closely.
• Head-on collisions – Usually are the result of one driver traveling in the wrong direction or missing a traffic signal and crashing straight into another vehicle.
• T-bone crashes – Often occur when one driver runs a stop sign or red light and crashes into a car traveling in another direction with the right-of-way.
• Side-swipe collisions – Usually happen when one driver loses control or swerves and collides with the side of another car.
• Rollover accidents – Often involve higher speeds and more forceful impacts that send one or more vehicles into a rolling motion.
• Multi-car crashes – Usually occur in a chain-reaction effect, where one car starts a series of crashes by forcefully slamming into another car or by blocking oncoming traffic after the initial collision.

Unfortunately, nearly all of these accidents are the result of predictable, preventable events. Drivers who act carelessly behind the wheel place people at risk for serious collisions and severe injuries. Each of these types of crashes can cause major injuries, depending on many conditions of the accident, like the speed of all cars involved, the number of cars involved, and the force of impact.

Our lawyers help injured people and their families recover the compensation they need to move forward with their lives. We can assist you in securing damages like medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured. Contact Parker Waichman LLP today for a free consultation to discuss your Long Island accident claims.

What Steps Should I Take After a Long Island Accident?

Right after a car crash, you might be confused about what you should do. Especially if the accident involves injuries, the chaos can quickly leave you unsure what steps to take next.

These tips should help to make sure that you protect you and your family after a car accident on Long Island:

1. Do not leave the site of the crash. Leaving the scene of a traffic accident is never advisable. If someone in your vehicle has been injured, you might be tempted to try to get to a hospital on your own, but it is always best to wait for the professionals. Particularly if you are concerned about fault in the accident, you want to stay where you are until emergency response arrives and directs the next steps.
2. Assess injuries, and dial 911. Check yourself and anyone in your vehicle for injuries and call for emergency help if you find that someone has been injured. Remember to not provide any attempted medical care if you do not have proper training. Wait for the emergency responders to come to the scene and begin rendering care to injured people.
3. Move to a safe area. Sometimes it is not possible, but if you are capable of moving your vehicle, try to pull to the shoulder or to an area where you will not be blocking oncoming traffic. If you cannot do this, try to at least move yourself and other people to a safer location. The more time you spend in the middle of traffic, the more likely you are to incur additional damage from oncoming cars.
4. Trade and take down information. After an accident, if you can do so, it is helpful to exchange contact information with the other drivers involved. Just in case another driver tries to leave, you want to know who that person is and how to reach them again. It is also wise to try to gather contact information from any witnesses you see and to take photos of vehicle damage, the accident scene, and any injuries (if you have a camera). Remember to only do what you can safely accomplish.
5. Avoid admissions of fault. Should you talk to anyone at the site of the accident, do not admit fault in the cause of the accident. This can be especially true when it comes to apologizing to the other driver. Any statements you make can potentially be used against you. Be sure to not sign anything without consulting with an attorney.
6. Contact an experienced Long Island accident attorney. After any injury-causing car accident, you need to contact an experienced accident attorney as soon as possible to ascertain whether you are eligible to file a lawsuit. The skilled Long Island car accident attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP can begin reviewing your claims right away to ensure you receive the best results possible. Call our office to speak with a lawyer about the facts of your case and find out about your options for legal recourse.

Above all, when you have been involved in a car crash, it is best to remember to remain calm and to call for help simply. Emergency assistance and your compassionate Parker Waichman LLP lawyer will help you deal with everything from there, so it is most important for you to receive the help you need. Contact Parker Waichman LLP for all your legal needs following a car accident.