Motor Vehicle Accidents
Rockland Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Attorneys
With the increase in both population and traffic in the state of New York, there has also been a rise in accidents involving pedestrians, bike riders, and other motor vehicles, including motorcycles, commercial trucks, and buses. New York’s Department of Health currently ranks motor vehicle collisions as the leading cause of injury-related death amongst residents of the state.
Common Injuries in a Motor Vehicle Accident
- Traumatic brain injury
- Paralysis
- Disfigurement
- Fractured bones
- Neck injuries
- Loss of limbs
- Death
In the same way that accidents between two passenger vehicles cause inconceivable damage to the victims’ finances and mental and physical well-being, motor vehicle accidents have lasting, life-altering effects. In addition to incurring mounting medical expenses, victims often struggle to return to work, maintain healthy relationships, and get back to life as it was before the accident. It’s not uncommon for victims to suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other lingering consequences on their mental health, as well.
Pedestrians
There are 312 deaths on average each year in the state of New York due to motor vehicles hitting pedestrians, according to the Department of Health. Pedestrian-related events lead to over 12,000 emergency room visits and 3,000 hospitalizations each year.
If you are the victim of a pedestrian-related motor vehicle accident, you have rights and are entitled to full compensation for the damage you’ve suffered.
Bicyclists
According to the Department of Health, 36 New York residents lose their lives to bike-related accidents each year and almost 4,000 must be taken to the hospital, incurring thousands of dollars in medical bills.
If you or someone you love have suffered a cycling accident due to someone else’s negligence, we recommend you consult a motor vehicle accidents attorney today.
Motorcycles, Trucks, and Buses
According to New York state’s Department of Health, 166 people die from motorcycle accidents alone each year. Approximately 1,600 New Yorkers are treated in the hospital for injuries incurred from a motorcycle accident every year, resulting in over $80,000 million in annual charges. Alarmingly, the number of registered motorcycles and operating licenses continues to increase each year.
People who drive motorcycles are more prone to suffer severe injuries when compared to other vehicle drivers as they lack physical protection; in fact, they’re 37 times more likely to die in a collision than passengers of a car, according to the Department of Health. If the motorcyclist does survive, they face medical expenses amounting to tens of thousands of dollars.
Accidents caused by trucks or buses can also be severe and even fatal. While truck and bus drivers often cause accidents through typical driver negligence like distractions, sometimes their company can be at fault due to insufficient driver training or faulty equipment. Going up against the big companies that hire these drivers and pay for the best insurance and lawyers can be intimidating at best.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a motorcycle, truck, or bus, it’s best to consult a motor vehicle accidents attorney to ensure you receive the maximum compensation for your damages when you’re not at fault.
Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident? The Law Office of Reuven Epstein Is Here to Help
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident due to the negligence of another person, you can claim compensation for your injuries, both physical and emotional. In Nanuet, New York, motor vehicle accidents attorney Reuven Epstein will fight to get you the maximum compensation owed to you.
Nanuet’s very own personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of Reuven Epstein have over 36 years of experience in dealing with motor vehicle accidents. These lawyers are skilled and professional. They work tirelessly to get you or your loved one what you deserve as quickly and as efficiently as possible. Call (845) 208-2444 for a free initial consultation with the Law Office of Reuven Epstein.
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