New York Hit-And-Run Accident Lawyer
As a victim of a hit-and-run accident, you might feel limited in terms of ways to recover compensation. You may have sustained serious to catastrophic injuries, and accumulated numerous medical bills and missed days at work. Perhaps a hit-and-run driver caused extensive damage to your vehicle, and now you have to pay for repairs out of pocket. Meanwhile, there is no one to hold responsible. If this sounds like your situation, come to Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP. Hit-and-runs are common in NYC, but that doesn’t mean you have to accept a violation of your legal rights without a fight. Our New York City hit-and-run accident attorneys can help you recover from a hit-and-run accident.
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Your Options After A Hit-And-Run In New York City
New York is a no-fault insurance state. This means that accident victims will go through their own insurance companies for recovery, regardless of who was at fault for the collision. Your insurance policy should cover medical bills, property damage and other losses depending on your coverage amounts. After a hit-and-run accident, the no-fault law can come in handy. You can likely recover through your insurance policy without needing to identify the at-fault driver. However, your damages may exceed your policy limit.
In this case, you may need to pursue compensation through the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Act. This is a law specific to the state of New York. It allows hit-and-run accident victims to recover compensation even when the at-fault driver remains unidentified or uninsured. File a claim with the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC) for this type of recovery. This process can be complex and require certain evidence of your damages — come to our hit-and-run attorneys for assistance.
Working with our lawyers after a hit-and-run accident will open the doors to a number of recovery options in New York City. We can speak to your insurance company and negotiate a fair settlement. We can file a claim with the MVAIC on your behalf, and file a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver if police identify him or her in the future. No matter what your goals for recovery, we can work with you to achieve a desirable outcome. A hit-and-run doesn’t have to mean you can’t recover damages.
Speak With A Knowledgeable New York City Attorney Today
The first thing you need to do after a hit-and-run accident is to gather information. Take photographs of your property damage and the location of your vehicle. Ask around local shops to see if there were any eyewitnesses. Go to the hospital if the hit-and-run driver caused any personal injuries. Keep track of documents such as a police report or medical records. Once you’ve collected as much information as possible, come to Meirowitz & Wasserberg in downtown New York City, or we will come to you.
Hit-and-run crashes can be particularly confusing and stressful. Luckily, you don’t have to fight for compensation on your own. The moment you speak to one of our hit and run lawyers, you’ll feel a weight lifted off your shoulders. Retaining a personal injury lawyer can make all the difference in how an accident affects your life and future. Schedule a free case evaluation online or by calling 800-726-6326 to learn more about your hit-and-run case.
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