Harlem Car Accident Lawyer

Experienced Harlem, NY Car Accident Lawyer For All Types of Car Accident Claims

If you were hurt in a car accident, there’s a good chance it was because someone else was negligent. And, if someone else was negligent and caused the wreck, they are legally liable for all the losses you suffered. However, car accidents are often disputed. The other driver may agree at the scene to have you submit your claim to their insurance company, only to turn around later and tell their insurance carrier that you caused the wreck. Or, the other driver’s insurance company may minimize the severity of your injuries and offer less than your claim is worth or even deny it outright. Don’t risk it. Secure the representation of our experienced Harlem, NY car accident lawyer to help protect your rights and fight for your interests.

The attorneys at The Eskesen Law Firm handle all types of car accidents, from fender-benders to serious collisions involving multiple vehicles. We understand how to legally prove negligence on the part of the driver who hit you. We also have the experience and resources to properly value your case so you get every penny you’re entitled to. Call us today for a free consultation.

Proving Liability in a New York Car Accident Claim

You can secure compensation from the other driver if you prove that they were at fault for the collision. We handle the legal case-building for you, so you can focus on healing from your injuries. Our firm investigates the cause of the crash and gathers evidence that proves the other driver was negligent or reckless. This includes witness statements, physical evidence collected from the vehicle, and videos (like a dashcam or traffic camera) recording the collision. We may also subpoena the other driver’s phone records (using a cell phone while driving is illegal in NYC) and the information from the car’s event data recorder, which collects information about the car’s speed, movements, and braking.

We use the evidence we collect and our knowledge of New York vehicle liability laws to build our case against the other driver. Usually, we can present our case and evidence to the other driver’s insurance company and negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf. We can confidently take your claim to trial if they refuse to settle.

Be Wary of Settlements the Insurance Company Offers

Be cautious in evaluating a settlement offer the other driver’s insurance company offers. You are not their customer, and their only interest is settling the claim for as little money as possible, if they don’t just deny your submitted claim out of hand. Hiring our Harlem car accident lawyer shows them you’re serious. Insurance companies know that once you sign a settlement agreement, you cannot ask for more money if it turns out you need medical treatment for complications from your injuries or if the settlement doesn’t fully cover the extent of your vehicle damage.

Trust the attorneys at The Eskesen Law Firm to properly value your claim and advise you whether the settlement offer reflects its true worth. Call us today for a free consultation.