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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case?

A motor vehicle case is a personal injury lawsuit involving an accident involving a motor vehicle. While the majority of cases are subject to common law concepts however, there are a few issues that are unique to this particular area.

Under New York law, owners of vehicles are accountable for accidents that occur when their vehicles are operated without their permission, either express or implied. Our dedicated legal team handles these cases on a contingency basis.


Eyewitness Testimony

Eyewitness testimony is a powerful supplement to other evidence in relation to motor vehicle-related cases. This kind of evidence can be used to identify the perpetrators of crimes or provide information on what caused the accident. However there is a huge research that indicates that eyewitness identifications can be highly inaccurate.

Witnesses are more likely to make a mistake when attempting to recall an object's colour or shape. Perceptual distortions, like memory loss, may make a person forget the specific incident.

Witness memory can also be distorted when a witness is presented with leading questions or information. For instance, researchers in an experiment found that telling participants to estimate the speed at which the car was travelling affected their responses. Other factors that influence the accuracy of eyewitness testimony include age, attention, skill, stress level health conditions, prejudices, previous experiences, cognitive state, confidence or level of certainty as well as a suggestion of questioning, biased lineups and racial or personal bias.

While many experts say that eyewitness evidence can be trusted but there is a need to sensitize jurors and law enforcement agencies about the possibility of error in this kind of evidence. In some instances eyewitness testimony that was not accurate has led to wrong convictions or even murder. For instance, in the year 2018 the Innocence Project was able to demonstrate that the fingerprints found on a cup used by an eyewitness to identify the suspect in a burglary were not the Royal Clark's.

Vehicle Inspection

As a rule vehicle inspections are required every year. Certain vehicles may need to be regularly inspected like those that are being sold privately or with an inspection sticker that has expired. In certain situations, for instance, when the New York resident moves and needs to update their address, it is mandatory that the vehicle is examined prior to the issuance of new stickers.

When an inspector conducts an inspection they begin by verifying a few details such as the car's model and make, its registration date as well as the odometer reading and the list goes on. They then look over the vehicle, starting with the most obvious areas like the mirrors lighting, windshields, and horn. There are many checklists to ensure that an exhaustive inspection is performed, including checking for things such as rust or suspension parts.

Drivers are expected to be alert on the road and to look out for other drivers, pedestrians and other potential hazards. Failure to do this could be considered negligence. It is also a driver's duty to maintain control of their vehicle at all time. A vehicle with a defect could cause the vehicle to lose control, which could result in serious injuries. It is also possible that the car's manufacturer could be held accountable under the law of product liability in the event of an accident caused by an issue with the car or any of its components.

Defective Parts or Components

For a vehicle's operation to run properly, thousands of tiny mechanical and electrical components must work together. If one of these parts fails, the results can be catastrophic. These accidents are often caused by manufacturing flaws or other issues related to the design or construction the component. If a defect in the design or construction of an automobile is the cause of an accident, the person accountable for the incident could be responsible for compensating victims for their injuries.

motor vehicle accident law firm richmond believe that all auto accidents occur because of human error. While 94 percent are caused by driver error, there are also other factors, such as roads and parts that are defective which can cause accidents.

Defective car parts include brakes tires, seatbelts, airbags or any other part that fails to function as intended and lead to an accident. Sometimes, these problems are the result of aftermarket improvements that weren't designed with the same level of attention to detail as the original parts on the vehicle. Sometimes, the problem is present in the original design of a part.

Manufacturers are required to produce vehicles that meet the minimum safety standards. If a vehicle, or any of its components, was not designed or constructed to meet these standards, then the manufacturer may be held liable for any damage resulting from an accident caused by a defective component.

Insurance Coverage

The majority of states operate under the tort liability system which requires drivers to carry insurance in the event that their actions or negligence causes injury to others. Liability insurance covers bodily injury liability as well as property damage liability.

The bodily injury liability covers medical expenses and those of others injured by your car in an accident as long as you meet the policy limit. There is typically a limit per injured person, and a limit for all property damage. Certain insurance companies offer policies with higher limits for the kind of damages.

Property damage coverage pays to repair or replace your vehicle if it is damaged by an event other than a collision with another car or other object, like windstorm, fire, theft and the impact of deer. This coverage may also cover damage that is caused by driving over potholes. This kind of insurance is required in New York, among other states.

In many states the uninsured or underinsured driver insurance (UM/UIM) is required in many states. However, some states only require it when the driver at fault does not have insurance. This coverage will reimburse you or your passengers for medical and property damages when the driver at fault has no insurance, is underinsured or is involved in a hit-and run crash.

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