Long Island Intersection Accident Lawyer
Our East Meadow office is right on Hempstead Turnpike and, in addition to the many calls we receive, we have witnessed too many intersection accidents up and down the street. It’s no surprise that these accidents are amongst the most common throughout Long Island—on main streets like Sunrise Highway and Old Country Road as well as local streets throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Whether you were injured in East Meadow, or another town in Long Island, our Long Island intersection accident lawyers can help. Call today to discuss your case with a Long Island car accident lawyer and begin building a claim.
Common Causes of Intersection Accidents
Intersection accidents involve cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, buses, trucks or bicycles, they are generally caused by the following:
- Failure to stop at a stop sign or red light
- Failure to yield right of way when there is no signal
- Turning left without enough time to avoid oncoming traffic
- Right on red without yielding to an oncoming car
- Speeding
- Sudden breaking
These accidents can lead to serious injuries, including broken bones, spine and neck injuries, concussions, whiplash, internal injuries, traumatic brain injuries and even death. It is important if you are injured in an accident, even if you don’t think it is serious, to see a doctor and get checked out and then consult with a Long Island intersection accident attorney.
Seeking Compensation
Under New York’s no-fault insurance laws, if you are not seriously injured, your no-fault insurance will pay up to $50,000 to cover your medical bills and lost wages. However, if you are seriously injured—this includes broken bones, permanent injury to an organ, loss of fetus and significant disfigurement—you can sue beyond the limits of no-fault and also sue for pain and suffering. Our Long Island intersection accident lawyers can discuss your accident in a free consultation and help you determine the right course of action.
Building An Intersection Accident Claim
We can help make sure you get the compensation you deserve. Our Long Island intersection accident lawyers work with top-notch investigators and medical experts to make sure we present the best case possible. We thoroughly collect all the information about the accident, including gathering evidence at the scene, interviewing witnesses, studying the damage and reviewing any surveillance. In addition, our medical experts help document all injuries and medical costs to help ensure you get the maximum compensation to which you are entitled.