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The skilled auto accident injury attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP handle automobile accident cases in Westchester County and throughout New York. Our nationally recognized personal injury law firm has litigated New York vehicle accident claims for decades, including numerous cases on behalf of residents of Westchester County. If you have been injured in an automobile accident in Westchester County, you deserve justice. Call our law firm today to get a free consultation with an experienced Westchester car accident lawyer who can evaluate your claim and help you get compensation for your injuries.
In our expansive personal injury practice, we have represented people harmed in many types of vehicle accidents. While no two cases are identical, our attorneys have found that many accidents in Westchester County have similar causes. More often than not, the primary cause is driver negligence. Parker Waichman’s attorneys are particularly experienced in litigating the following types of automobile accident cases:
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is both illegal and extremely dangerous, but drivers don’t always make the right choices after using drugs or alcohol. Due to impaired judgment when driving under the influence, these drivers are prone to causing severe crashes. Drunk-driving accidents statistically result in more serious injuries than other types of accidents. People involved in drunk-driving accidents also tend to require extensive medical treatment that comes at a high cost, which is one good reason to consult a car accident lawyer in Westchester County and pursue a claim for compensation.
Because of the prevalence of cell phone use, distracted driving has risen to the top of vehicle accident causes in Westchester County, New York. People think they have enough time to read or send a short message, but a vehicle can cover a lot more ground than they realize during that time. Distracted driving also includes activities like eating, changing radio stations, reading emails, talking to passengers, and fidgeting with items in the car. Any inattention to the road can result in a severe crash. If you’ve been a victim of a distracted driver’s negligence, a Westchester car accident lawyer with our firm can help you seek justice.
Drowsy or fatigued driving is a more serious problem than many people believe. Losing even a few hours of sleep can impair a person’s driving and place them at risk of causing a vehicle accident. Drivers must pay attention to their alertness and take the time to rest if they’re feeling too drowsy to be behind the wheel safely.
Reckless driving and road rage can easily lead to car crashes and significant damage. When drivers engage in dangerous behavior like weaving in and out of traffic, driving erratically or driving too fast, they are putting themselves and other motorists in danger. These accidents can lead to vehicle rollovers and severe injuries.
Many vehicle accidents in Westchester County can be attributed to drivers’ failure to follow traffic laws. Sometimes, drivers violate traffic laws because they are engaging in other hazardous behavior behind the wheel, like in the case of someone who runs a red light driving while intoxicated. Traffic lights, signs, and speed limits are all in place for the safety of New York motorists, and they should be closely followed. When you work with a skilled car accident attorney in Westchester, NY drivers can be held accountable for their failure to follow the rules of the road and the damages that result.
Injuries from vehicle accidents can range from mild to severe, depending on the circumstances of the crash. Speed, vehicle type, collision force, and direction traveled can all factor into the injuries that accident victims suffer. Parker Waichman’s lawyers have successfully represented people who have suffered injuries in Westchester County vehicle accidents including:
Accidents that cause injuries occur all too frequently in Westchester County. The state Department of Health compiles data on collisions in Westchester County, and the results show that vehicle accidents are no small problem. In 2014, for instance:
These figures show the devastating physical effects of vehicle accidents in the county, but the damage doesn’t stop there. Auto accident injuries also have tremendous financial consequences for victims and their families. In 2014, hospital bills for auto accident injuries in Westchester County totaled more than $36 million, and emergency department bills for accident injuries in the same year totaled more than $18 million. The total bill for a person admitted to a Westchester County hospital for treatment of vehicle accident injuries averaged $125,796. This incredible cost means that injured people must also suffer significant stress as they try to find a way to pay their medical bills. Families are harmed in multiple ways when drivers act negligently, but with a highly qualified car accident attorney in Westchester, NY injury victims can get compensation to lighten the burdens of their recovery.
New York state law generally allows you three years from the date of an accident to file a legal claim, but many factors can change the filing deadline for your particular case. The best way to be sure you understand the right date by which to file is to hire an experienced Westchester County accident attorney. When you contact Parker Waichman for a free case evaluation, we’ll calculate the statute of limitations for your claim to be sure we have enough time to build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
If you have been injured in a vehicle accident, contact a car accident lawyer in Westchester County right away to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Just fill out our online form or call 800-968-7529 to get started on your claim.
Parker Waichman LLP
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident or have been injured by another party in some other way, we are here to stand up for your rights. Our personal injury attorneys have been representing injury victims and their families in Long Island and throughout the nation since the early 1980s.
Our law firm is ready to represent you in your injury case. We’ve helped many New York residents as well as those needing help nationwide. Contact our team for a free case consultation today.
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