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Motor Vehicle Compensation
A motor vehicle is any device used to transport property or people through public highways, and is powered by mechanical means. Motor vehicles include automobiles, trucks motorbikes, buses, motorcycles and even airplanes.
Two studies found that interacting with insurance companies during the process of claiming compensation from an auto accident was associated with elevated levels of anxiety. Further research is required to understand how this happens.
Damages
The value of a motor vehicle accident claim is determined by the specific cost and damages you have suffered. A personal injury lawyer can help you determine the proper amount of compensation to be awarded for your specific circumstances. Damages are typically classified as "special" and "general." Special damages are able to be accounted for as expenses that are not deductible, like medical expenses or car repair costs. General damages are more difficult to estimate and are based on non-economic factors such as pain and suffering.
If your injuries were serious enough to be considered serious injuries under New York state law, you may be entitled to additional compensation above and beyond the insurance company's offer to you. If you have a permanent disability that significantly affects your quality of life it is possible that you are entitled to compensation for loss of consortium and other non-economic damages.
You could also be able to claim reimbursement for the cost of using taxis, public transportation or ridesharing services if you were unable to not drive after the crash. You may also be able to recover costs for maintaining your property or home if you are unable to do this due to injuries. You might be able to recuperate the loss through resales for your damaged vehicle.
In some cases, the at-fault party may be required to pay punitive damages if there is evidence that the defendant purposely caused the accident. These damages are designed to punish the offender for reckless or extreme negligence.
Medical bills
The victims of motor vehicle accidents typically have to pay for medical bills due to their injuries. Some car insurance policies offer medical payment coverage (also called med pay) that can help cover these expenses. In many cases, this coverage is available regardless of who was at fault for the accident.
It is crucial to remember that medical coverage cannot substitute for health insurance. In fact, a person who is injured must always file a claim through their own health insurance before filing a claim with the at-fault driver's insurance company. It is also possible to receive compensation for expenses, such as transportation costs to and from medical appointments. However, the person seeking compensation must be diligent about tracking and saving receipts for mileage expenses in order to ensure they receive a fair compensation.
Finally, No-Fault coverage can pay a victim for lost wages in the event that they are unable to work as a result of their injuries. The maximum amount that can be recouped is $2,000 per month for a maximum of 3 years. The No-Fault insurer may also be required to pay this amount off by any Disability, Workers' Compensation or Social Security benefits the injured party receives.
Although financial aid might be available, it could take months or even years to reach a fair settlement. In the meantime, medical debt collectors may call, and unpaid bills could be a major hazard to your credit rating. To prevent this from happening, victims must establish a client-attorney partnership with a law firm that handles auto-related cases.
Lost wages
An accident in the car can put you in a state of financial difficulty. Medical bills, credit card debt, and loan payments may build up when you're not able to work. Additionally, the loss of income can create stress for your family. You can seek compensation for lost wages from your auto accident lawyer.
You'll need to provide documentation to prove that you lost wages. This will include evidence of your earnings, your hourly wage, as well as the number days missed because of injury. This could be an official letter from your employer pay stubs, pay stubs, bank statements, tax returns and many more. If you are self-employed, or work on commission it can be more difficult. Your experienced car accident attorney will help you gather all the evidence required to prove your claim.
You can only claim lost wages as part your car accident claim. You cannot recover them from disability or worker's comp insurance, as this is considered to be a double recovery.
The no-fault insurer will send you to a doctor they contract to assess you and determine whether, in the doctor's opinion, your injuries prevent you from working. This is known as an independent medical examination (IME) and it's important to remember that the physician who performs your IME is biased towards the insurance company.
Pain and suffering
It is difficult to measure the suffering and pain caused by a motor vehicle crash. It can be even more painful than physical injuries, because the trauma of a crash can cause emotional issues, such as PTSD. Someone suffering from PTSD might experience insomnia or anxiety, which may prevent them from sleeping well, or be unable to drive due to the fear of a collision.
A lawyer can help you calculate the total value of your non-economic damages and work with a jury decide on the amount they should award for your pain and suffering. The degree of your injuries as well as their impact on your daily activities can significantly impact this figure too which is why it's worth keeping a journal to record how your injury affects your life or having family members or friends provide written statements about your condition.
Some states cap the amount of compensation for suffering and pain. New York does not, but victims are permitted to file lawsuits and claim damages for serious injuries, not the minor ones. motor vehicle accident attorney springfield is essential to talk with a Manhattan car accident lawyer to learn the exact cost of your injuries, and also how to prove that you deserve an adequate amount of compensation for your economic and non-economic loss.
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