Motor vehicle accidents can lead to serious injuries and damages. If your accident was caused by a negligent driver or another negligent party, you have the legal right to pursue financial compensation. With help from the lawyers at Russell Law, you can file a claim and fight for a fair settlement.

Russell Law’s motor vehicle accident lawyers have experience handling all of the legal work necessary for clients who are seeking fair compensation for their damages. Let us help you while you focus on recovering from your accident.

Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer Near Me

Russell Law is conveniently located on Long Island, serving residents in and around Suffolk and Nassau Counties as well as the greater New York area.

How a Motor Vehicle Accident Case Is Filed

The first step in a motor vehicle accident case is to contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Once you retain a lawyer, they can help you by:

• Reviewing the specifics of your accident to determine if you can file a claim.
• Gathering evidence to help you calculate the damages you’ve sustained.
• Filing a lawsuit on your behalf.
• Handling negotiations with the insurance company and/or the at-fault party.

Russell Law will file a claim and send notice to the at-fault party. From there, a lawsuit is filed. While the lawsuit is pending, negotiations take place between your lawyer and the at-fault party for your settlement. Once negotiations are finalized, you will be paid your settlement minus any attorney fees.

If the insurance company isn’t offering a fair settlement, we will take your case to trial.

Types of Evidence that Can Help Your Case

Before you file a claim, we will help you ensure that you have all the evidence you need to prove negligence and show the impact of the damages you sustained. Types of evidence we collect after a motor vehicle accident typically include:

• Medical receipts and bills
• Video and/or photographic evidence showing damages, scene of the accident, etc.
• Traffic camera footage of the accident
• Testimony from witnesses

Our lawyers help by gathering evidence on your behalf while you rest and recover from your accident.

How Many Car Accident Cases Go to Trial?

Most motor vehicle accident cases will settle out of court without ever having to go to trial. The chances of a case going to trial are low, but if this does happen, our experienced trial lawyers at Russell Law will represent you every step of the way.

Types of Damages You Can Recover After a Motor Vehicle Accident

Damages refer to the monetary value of losses you suffered in the motor vehicle accident you were in. Here are a few of the most common types of damages you can sue for.

Medical Expenses

Car accidents, even light ones, can result in significant bodily injury. The costs of ER visits, doctor appointments, medication, physical therapy, and other necessary treatments can add up. Typically, these expenses are paid through the No-Fault provisions of your insurance policy. The lawyers at Russell Law will help you understand your No-Fault benefits to help make sure your medical expenses are paid. You can recover compensation from the at-fault party and hold them liable to pay your unreimbursed medical expenses.

Lost Wages

While recovering from your injuries, you may have to either miss work or work in a reduced capacity to prioritize your healing, which can ultimately suffer financially. You can claim lost wages as a form of compensation. We can also assist you in claiming lost wages through your No-Fault insurance policy.

Property Damages

Motor vehicle accidents can result in extensive damage to your vehicle. You can hold the at-fault party responsible for any property damages you sustained. Compensation can include the entire cost of repairs or money for a replacement vehicle of similar value.

If You Need a Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer, our Long Island Firm Can Help

When seeking legal assistance for your accident, it’s essential to find a lawyer who works extensively in personal injury. Russell Law has decades of experience handling personal injury law cases, especially those concerning motor vehicle accidents.

We are dedicated to their clients, winning over $200 million for victims of personal injury. We work hard to ensure that clients get the legal representation needed to fight for their compensation. If you’ve suffered an injury due to a motor vehicle accident, do not hesitate to reach out to begin the process of fighting for compensation.