Wantagh Car Accident Lawyer

Drunk driving, distracted driving, and speeding are just a few of the negligent acts that frequently cause accidents on Long Island roads. These crashes are entirely preventable, and you should not have to pay the price because someone else chose to disobey the law. Our Wantagh personal injury lawyers will confront the liable party in your case and demand that their insurer pay appropriate compensation for your losses. We have won hundreds of millions of dollars for clients like you. Call Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., today to find out how our car accident attorneys in Wantagh fight for the damages you deserve.

Recovering Damages With Support From a Wantagh Car Crash Lawyer

After a serious accident, you could qualify for damages to cover all past, present, and future losses associated with the crash. This includes medical expenses, loss of income, property damage, and pain and suffering, among other things. How do you secure these damages? Our Wantagh auto accident lawyers understand that every case is different. What works for one client will not necessarily be useful for another. Trust us to create a personalized legal strategy based on your needs and goals by taking the following measures:

• Regular updates: Expect to hear from us throughout the case. Our legal team will make sure you understand what is happening and what your rights are.
• Identification of the liable party: The other driver might be at fault, but we draw no hard conclusions until after we have investigated your case very carefully, as we work to hold every liable party accountable. (For example, while the at-fault driver is the person who caused the accident, the owner of that car, if it is another person or a business, will also have liability by law, even though their actions were not a direct cause.)
• Frequent communication: Our firm takes over the responsibility of speaking to all of the other parties, including the liable party’s insurance company and the court that has jurisdiction over your legal action.
• Thorough investigation: Your attorney will gather evidence from the police, your medical team, the liable party, eyewitnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Evaluation of losses: What is your case’s financial value? We will make a determination and prevent the insurance company from shortchanging you.

Whether you were a driver or a passenger in a car accident, you could be entitled to compensation. Call Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., today. If you are unable to travel to our office, we will come to see you anywhere on Long Island or in the New York metropolitan area.

How Much Do Car Accident Lawyers Cost?

Our legal team never charges attorneys’ fees up front. We understand that you likely have serious financial concerns after the crash, so we accept a portion of your final settlement or verdict as our fee. You pay us nothing if we do not win your case.

For a free legal consultation with a Car Accident lawyer serving Wantagh, call (516) 932-0400

What Evidence Do You Need to Prove Fault in a Car Accident?

You want as much evidence as possible from as many different sources as possible. Available evidence after an auto accident might vary from case to case, depending on where and how the collision occurred. Our Wantagh lawyers know how to collect evidence quickly, before it loses value or becomes more difficult to locate. For example:

• We will locate and interview eyewitnesses while their memories of the incident are fresh and while they might still have materials like cell phone videos that could strengthen your case.
• Our legal team will request documents from your doctor, the Nassau County Police Department, the liable party, and other involved parties.
• We will speak to experts as called for by the particular circumstances of your case, such as economists and life care planners, to gain additional insight into the effects of the accident and how it happened in the first place.

Accidents could occur anywhere, from the Wantagh State Parkway to quiet, residential areas. They are all too frequently the result of negligence: driving too fast for the conditions, distracted driving, and failure to yield are all common causes of car accidents. When negligence results in a devastating accident, you need more than your own recollections of the event to prove a personal injury case. Our accident injury lawyers will build up your case file while you focus on receiving medical care, spending time with your family, and taking whatever other steps you deem necessary to support your recovery and healing.

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Protecting Your Rights After a Car Crash

There are several actions our car accident attorneys recommend you take as soon as possible to protect yourself and your rights. First and foremost, call 911 and tell the dispatcher where you are. They will send all appropriate assistance to your location, including the police and EMTs. If you have any level of injury whatsoever, however it presents (e.g., pain, loss of function, etc.), you always want to get medical help after a crash. Even if you do not feel it is necessary to go to the hospital, make an appointment with your own doctor right away.  Receiving prompt professional treatment is important because getting it will create a medical record that strengthens your legal case. Even more importantly for your wellbeing, some injuries that you may wish to think of as minor and hope will “just go away,” can develop into much more serious conditions if there is no early diagnosis and treatment. If possible, you should also try to collect evidence from the scene before you leave. This could include taking photos of your injuries, the vehicles, and the roadway. You will also want to get the other driver’s name, contact information, and insurance information, so it is easier to find them later. Do not risk your health to gather evidence, however. When the police arrive on the scene, watch what you say. Do not hide anything, but do not volunteer any information that they do not specifically ask for. Do not speculate, either: if you do not know an answer, it is okay to say so.

When to Contact an Attorney After a Traffic Accident

You have a limited time to take legal action after a motor vehicle collision, generally just three years. (It is also very important to note that a shorter statute of limitations may apply to your situation, depending upon the circumstances of your case. Speaking with a lawyer can help clarify which deadlines apply and what legal options may be available.)

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Our Wantagh Car Accident Lawyers Are Here for You

Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., never charges any attorneys’ fees up front. This makes it easier for clients like you to access the legal support you want. Call now to find out what our Wantagh car injury lawyers will do for you and your family. We will assist you in your language of choice: English, Spanish, Greek, Bengali, Creole, or another language you prefer.

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