New York Auto Accident Lawyers

Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro, New York Auto Accident Lawyers, have successfully represented 1000's of people injured in automobile accidents and traffic collisions. One such case involved a $2.5 million recovery in a case of a pedestrian car accident in New York. The 57 year-old man was struck by a car while walking his dog on the side of a roadway. He suffered a fractured ankle, ruptured spleen, internal bleeding and an aggravation of a long standing kidney insufficiency.

In another NY passenger car accident case, we recovered $1 million for an 18 year old student who was injured when a car driven by his friend drove off the road and hit a tree. His injuries consisted of fractures of his femur, facial bones and ribs which required several operations. This experience has resulted in giving us the legal expertise and financial resources to handle our clients' cases in the most effective manner. We have the dedication and commitment to making sure we do everything possible to achieve the maximum results in each client's case.

Preliminary reports for 2002 indicate that close to 3,000,000 people were injured in motor vehicle accidents and another 42,850 people were killed, making auto accidents the leading cause of injury and death in the United States. These NHTSA (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration) reports are very alarming. Even more alarming is that in 40% of those traffic accident fatalities alcohol was a contributing factor and 63% were caused from improper use of seatbelts. The reports also show that traffic fatalities in New York rose 6% in 2002 to 1,548.

If you drive or travel in an automobile, odds are you will be involved in at least one automobile accident in your lifetime. Protect yourself by observing the rules of the road and also protect yourself against uninsured and underinsured motorists by purchasing the appropriate insurance coverage. Keep in mind that you purchase liability insurance in case you injure or cause property damage to someone else, but you carry uninsured and underinsured motorist insurance coverage to protect yourself. Statistics show that more than 15% of the nation's driving population is uninsured.

If you have been involved in an automobile accident in New York, you may be entitled to recovery of damages by the negligent party's insurance company and/or by your own if the negligent driver was uninsured or underinsured. Never proceed with a negligence claim without first obtaining legal advice. An attorney experienced in the practice of personal injury law knows the court system, can cut through insurance company red tape, and will make sure you are justly compensated for all current and future damages.

Our firm has extensive experience in handling all types of New York motor vehicle accidents. We promptly and thoroughly investigate each case to assess liability and determine fault. We work with experienced investigators to obtain photographs, witness statements and other necessary investigation. Our attorneys have an excellent understanding of the intricacies of New York's No-Fault Law as well as Underinsurance and Uninsured Motorist Coverage issues. Regardless of who was at fault in the accident, victims should seek the counsel of an experienced New York auto accident lawyer to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost, and witnesses may become hard to find.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN NEW YORK, CALL WINGATE, RUSSOTTI & SHAPIRO - NEW YORK MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS - TODAY FOR YOUR FREE CONSULTATION OR CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT OUR CONVENIENT AND CONFIDENTIAL ONLINE CASE EVALUATION FORM.

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(1-212-222-4336)
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 2750
New York, NY 10170
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E-Mail: wrs@wrslaw.com