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The 10 Scariest Things About Motor Vehicle Attorneys
What Is a Motor Vehicle Case?

motor vehicle accident attorneys topeka is a personal injury lawsuit that relates to an accident involving a motor vehicle. Although most cases are governed by common law concepts of negligence however, there are a variety of issues specific to this particular practice area.

According to New York law, owners of vehicles are responsible for any accidents that occur when their vehicles are being operated without their permission, either express or implied. Our legal team tackles these cases as an incidental basis.

Eyewitness Testimony

Eyewitness testimony is a valuable addition to other evidence when it comes to motor vehicle accidents. This type of testimony often assists in identifying the criminal or provide details about the circumstances of the crash. There is a huge body of research that shows eyewitness identifications are usually inaccurate.

For example, witnesses tend to make errors when they try to recall the color of an object or its shape. In addition perceptual distortions like fading memories can also affect a person's memory of a specific incident.

Witness memory can also be distorted when a witness is presented with leading questions or information. For instance, researchers in one study found that asking participants to estimate the speed at which the car was travelling influenced their answers. Other factors that influence the credibility of eyewitness testimony include age, attention, skill, stress level as well as health conditions, prejudices, previous experience, cognitive state, the degree of certainty or confidence, suggestive questioning, biased lineups and personal or racial bias.

Although many experts claim that eyewitness testimony is able to be trusted, there is a need to sensitize jurors and law enforcement agencies about the possibility of errors in this kind of evidence. In some cases eyewitness testimony that was inaccurate has led to incorrect convictions or even murder. In 2018, the Innocence Project proved that the fingerprints that were found on a cup, which a witness used to identify the suspect in a burglary, were not those of Royal Clark's.

Vehicle Inspection

In general inspections of vehicles must be performed every year. Certain types of vehicles might need be inspected more frequently like those being sold privately or with an expiring inspection sticker. It is also mandatory for certain situations, like when residents of New York moves and needs to change their address, that their vehicle be inspected before the new stickers can be issued.

When an inspector conducts an inspection, they begin by verifying certain details such as the car's model and make as well as the date of registration and the odometer's reading, and the list goes on. They then look over the vehicle itself, starting with the most obvious parts like the mirrors lights, windshields, and the horn. There are several checklists to make sure that an accurate inspection is carried out, including looking for things like suspension components or rust.

Drivers are expected vigilant on the roads and keep an eye out for pedestrians, other drivers and other potential dangers. The failure to do so could constitute negligence. It is also the driver's responsibility to ensure that they are in control of their vehicle at all the 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 manufacturer could be held liable under product liability laws in the event of an accident caused by an issue with the vehicle or its component parts.

Components or parts that are defective

For a vehicle's operation to run effectively, thousands of tiny electrical and mechanical components must work together. If one of these parts fails, the consequences can be catastrophic. These accidents are often caused by manufacturing defects or other issues in the design or construction of an element. If a component that is defective in a vehicle is the reason of an accident, then the party responsible for the accident could be responsible for compensating victims for injuries.

Many people believe that all auto accidents occur because of human error. While the majority of car accidents result from driver error There are other factors that can trigger a crash like road conditions and deficient auto parts.

Defective automobile parts include brakes seats, airbags, tires and any other component that fails to function according to the specifications and cause an accident. Sometimes, these issues are the result of aftermarket enhancements that weren't made with the same attention to detail as the original parts on a vehicle. Other times, the flaw can be found in the initial design of a particular part.

Manufacturers are required to make cars that meet the minimum safety standards. If the vehicle or its components were not designed or built according to these standards, the manufacturer may be held responsible in a product liability lawsuit for any injuries that may occur in the event of an accident that was caused by the defective part.

Insurance Coverage

The majority of states operate under an insurance system called tort liability that obliges drivers to carry insurance in the event 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 your medical expenses as well as those of other people injured by your car in an accident up to the limit of your policy. Typically, there is an additional limit for each person injured and a single limit for the total amount of property damage. Some insurers offer policies that have higher limits on these kinds of damages.

Property damage insurance will repair or replace your vehicle if it is damaged by something other than collision with another vehicle or object, like theft, fire, windstorm and the impact of a deer. The coverage can also cover damage that is caused by driving over potholes. This type of coverage is mandatory in New York and some other states.

In many states in many states, uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM), is mandatory. However, some states only require it if the driver at fault does not have insurance. This insurance covers property and medical damages when the driver at fault has no insurance or is underinsured.

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