Motor Vehicle Accidents

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, there are a few important things to know. New York State is a No-Fault state. This means that after a car accident, your medical bills and lost wages are paid by the No-Fault insurance company. This will be covered for the vehicle you were in, no matter who was at fault for the accident. New York State also has a Serious Injury Threshold. This law defines who is entitled to compensation above the payment of medical bills and lost wages. Because of this complex system, you may need to hire a Syracuse car accident lawyer to get the support you need.

Our team at Gillette and Izzo Law has fought tirelessly for decades to ensure clients and their families could reclaim lives after New York car crashes. We always help you navigate the entire process, together.

What Should You Do Following a Car Accident?

In car accident injuries in Syracuse,  justice often comes in the form of compensation for physical injuries and emotional damage. Syracuse car accident lawyers Josh Gillette and Janet Izzo have decades of experience pursuing car accident claims. If you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident, please remember these next steps:

• Move to a safe location: Immediately following an accident, move your vehicle to a safe location and turn off the engine. Get to a safe area as soon as possible.
• Determine if there are injuries: Check if you are injured as soon as you can. If you are hurt, immediately dial 911 and seek emergency medical assistance. If you are unsure, it is always better to be safe than sorry.
• Dial 911: In New York State, you are legally required to notify the police if someone is seriously injured or killed in an accident. A police report will typically set forth who was at fault. It includes information needed for your next steps.
• Gather relevant information: Gather as much information from the scene of your car collision as possible.
• Notify your insurance company: A claim must be promptly filed with your No-Fault insurance carrier. In New York, you must submit a No-Fault application to your insurance carrier within 30 days of the car accident. It is best to first discuss the case with our office before submitting this.
• File a claim: There are strict and short time limits applicable to bringing a car accident injury claim in New York, so contact us as soon as possible to help with your next steps.

There are additional help items right on the New York State DMV website as well.

Potential Car Accident Compensation

If your car accident injuries were caused by a negligent driver, you have the right to compensation for all the damages you face, including:

• Medical expenses: ambulance costs, hospitalizations, emergency department treatment, physical therapy, ongoing care, ongoing medications, and more.
• Lost income: both the past and future income you’ll lose because of any time you will miss because of your injuries.
• Pain and suffering: mental and physical suffering you’ve endured because of the crash and the injuries you’ve suffered.

Our team can help you determine what compensation options you would be eligible for. And then fight for your case to get you the maximum you are entitled to.

Contact A Syracuse Car Accident Lawyer

If your loved one has been a victim of a serious injury after a car accident, schedule a free initial consultation today. You will connect with an experienced attorney to discuss your legal options. You can call Gillette & Izzo Law Office in Syracuse at 315-421-1000 or fill out our intake form online.

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