Brookhaven Car Accident Attorney

According to the New York State Department of Health, car accident crashes are the leading cause of injury-related deaths for New York state residents. Statistics from 2012 to 2014 show that there was an average of 1,098 car accident-related deaths and 12,093 hospitalizations among New York State residents. If you have been injured or have lost a family member in a car accident, you may need to speak with a Brookhaven car accident attorney as soon as possible. If your car insurance policy may not cover the total financial cost of your injury, you will need to file a claim against the person responsible for your injuries. To find out more about your legal rights and how a Brookhaven car accident attorney can help you, call the experienced legal team at Gold & Gold.

  • For more than 40 years, Gold & Gold’s team of attorneys has been fighting with integrity for the injured and those who have lost loved ones.
  • We have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for our clients seriously injured in car accidents in New York and Florida.
  • Even in hotly contested cases, through our relentless pursuit of justice, we have secured significant compensation for our clients.

If you have suffered serious injuries, let the compassionate, skilled car accident attorneys at Gold & Gold handle your legal claim while you focus on your physical recovery. Our goal is to secure the best possible outcome on your behalf, whether that is through mediation, settlement, or trial. To find out how we can help, call us today at (516) 888-4653 to schedule a free consultation and case review.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Car accidents are a part of the risk of automobiles. All drivers owe a duty of care to other drivers and other users of the roads, to take reasonable care to avoid causing harm to others. The duty of care to others begins even before the driver gets behind the wheel. The car must be well maintained to avoid mechanical failures, and persons who are under the influence of drugs and alcohol should not be driving. Unfortunately, some drivers fail to uphold their duty to other road users and the result is injury or death. Common causes of car accidents include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Speeding
  • Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Weather conditions
  • Disobeying traffic signals
  • Tire blowouts
  • Flaws in the car design

What You Should Do if You Have Been in a Car Accident

What you do immediately after you have been in a car accident can impact the outcome of your car accident claim. If you are not immediately rushed to the hospital after a car accident and it is safe to do so, you should take the following actions:

  • Take photographs and video footage of the scene of the accident, including both vehicles
  • Identify any eyewitnesses and collect their contact information
  • If you were not taken to the hospital from the accident scene, you should see a doctor for an evaluation even if you do not have any external injuries
  • Notify your insurance company of the accident
  • Do not admit fault for the accident
  • Do not speak to the other party’s insurance adjuster
  • Contact a car accident attorney

Generally, the statute of limitation for filing a car accident lawsuit in New York is three years after the accident that caused your injury.

Contact a Brookhaven Car Accident Attorney Today

If you have been injured in a car accident and need a dedicated Brookhaven car accident attorney, contact Gold & Gold today. Our passionate car accident attorneys understand the limits of New York’s no-fault insurance and will fight to get you the compensation you deserve. Call (516) 888-4653 today to schedule your free, no-obligation, consultation.

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