Car Accidents

A car accident can change your life in an instant. One minute, it’s life as usual. The next, you’re left wondering if anything will ever be the same again.

Every day, car accidents occur on roadways all across New York. Some accidents result in minor damage, while others are far more serious. Often, car accident victims are confused about what steps to take after a motor vehicle accident. You should not deal with your auto injury claim alone.

When you’ve been injured in a car accident, the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be devastating. The pain and trauma can be immense. Our car accident lawyers will help you understand your rights and legal options. We will ensure the negligent parties involved in your motor vehicle accident is held accountable. And we will fight for the compensation you deserve – past, present, and future.

At Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC, our Albany NY personal injury lawyers are committed to car accident victims. If you or someone you love have been injured in a car accident, let our personal injury lawyers help you.

Give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Can You Sue for a Car Accident in New York?

Yes, and you should use an experienced auto accident attorney to help you. Car crash victims are dealing with:

• Amputations
• Back injuries
• Broken bones and fractures
• Burn injuries
• Disability
• Disfigurement
• Head injuries
• Inability to work
• Internal injuries
• Lacerations and scarring
• Loss of consortium
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Medical bills
• Mental and psychological trauma
• Muscle damage
• Neck injuries
• Nerve damage
• Out of pocket expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Paralysis
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Tendon damage
• Traumatic brain injury
• Whiplash
• Wrongful death

Whether we are negotiating a modest settlement or litigating a catastrophic case, all car accident cases are important to us – big or small.  

When Should I Hire a Car Accident Attorney?

As soon as you can after the incident.

Insurance companies will predictably contact you soon after the accident. Expect a call from an agent or claims adjuster. They will ask you to provide a recorded statement. Do not do this until you have legal representation.

You may also be offered a quick lump-sum settlement. That money is not likely the fair value of your injuries. You want an attorney to help you recover for all your damages – past, present, and future pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages.

Negligent and inattentive drivers cause most car crashes, causing serious injury or death to other drivers. Many factors contribute to auto accidents, but most car crashes are caused by:

• Defective auto parts
• Distracted driving
• Drivers from out-of-town or out-of-state
• Drunk driving and driving under the influence
• Failure to obey traffic control devices
• Failure to yield
• Improper turns
• Inclement weather
• Inexperienced drivers
• Reckless driving
• Speeding
• Tailgating
• Texting and cell phones while driving
• Tired and fatigued drivers
• Unlawful and dangerous turns
• Wrong-way driving

The time period after your car accident can feel like a blur. What steps to take next and who to talk to (and not talk to) can be confusing. Again, do not handle your auto injury claim alone. Be sure to have the most qualified attorney by your side to be your advocate and stand up for your rights.

If you need help, just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Why Choose MCLC as Your Car Accident Lawyer?

The right car accident lawyer knows all the laws that pertain to your case. They research the laws and prior case outcomes that reveal relevant legal strategies. They exhaustively document and investigate all your accident damages, including your full medical costs. They should also have a reputation for working closely with their clients, listening to their demands, and negotiating tirelessly on their behalf. Finally, they must understand the strategies that help clients win cases, both in and out of court.

Any lawyer can claim to have all of these qualities, but a truly qualified attorney will have:

• A record of winning settlements and verdicts on behalf of their client
• Awards and accolades from clients, their community, and their peers
• A history of transparent and authentic client testimonials
• A reputation in good standing with the local community and the state bar

All these things create a verifiable track record indicating that the car accident attorney is worthy of your trust.

MCLC is a firm of attorneys experienced in the complexity of car accidents. We have decades of combined experienced handling personal injury and auto accident claims. We are litigators – that’s what we do.

Our peers and professional community have awarded us year after year for our skill and capabilities and our clients consistently provide us with positive feedback.

We are frequent and effective communicators. You will hear from us often. You will know the status of your car accident claim throughout settlement negotiations and the litigation process. We are your advocate, by your side every step of the way.

Last, remember that all your questions are valid, and we will answer them for you. We will provide you with every bit of information you need to make an informed decision.

Let us help you and your family. Just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

New York State Car Accident Statistics

Facts and data are important when analyzing car crashes in New York.

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury related deaths for New York State residents. According to the NYS Department of Health, on average, there are 1,098 deaths, 12,093 hospitalizations, and 136,913 emergency room visits annually due to motor vehicle injuries.

That’s three deaths, 34 hospitalizations, and 389 ER visits per day in New York. The statistics are alarming.

But we know even more than that – we know statistically how these figures impact each county in New York. For instance, if we look at the data county-by-county, we know that motor vehicle accidents are the third leading cause of injury related deaths in Albany County; that the average hospital bill for a Schenectady County motor vehicle accident is $54,797; and that every two months, one person dies and 35 people are treated in Franklin County due to car crashes.

We even have analytics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) breaking down specific data on New York car accidents – alcohol impairment vs. sober drivers, daytime vs. nighttime accidents, injuries in restrained vs. unrestrained drivers and passengers.

Where Do We Represent Car Accident Victims?

Our Albany, NY personal injury lawyers represent car accident victims in every city, county, state and federal court in every county across New York State, including:

• Albany County Car Accident Attorneys
• Allegany County Car Accident Attorneys
• Bronx County Car Accident Attorneys
• Broome County Car Accident Attorneys
• Capital District Car Accident Attorneys
• Cattaraugus County Car Accident Attorneys
• Cayuga County Car Accident Attorneys
• Chautauqua County Car Accident Attorneys
• Chemung County Car Accident Attorneys
• Chenango County Car Accident Attorneys
• Clinton County Car Accident Attorneys
• Columbia County Car Accident Attorneys
• Cortland County Car Accident Attorneys
• Delaware County Car Accident Attorneys
• Dutchess County Car Accident Attorneys
• Erie County Car Accident Attorneys
• Essex County Car Accident Attorneys
• Franklin County Car Accident Attorneys
• Fulton County Car Accident Attorneys
• Genesee County Car Accident Attorneys
• Greene County Car Accident Attorneys
• Guilderland Car Accident Attorneys
• Hamilton County Car Accident Attorneys
• Herkimer County Car Accident Attorneys
• Jefferson County Car Accident Attorneys
• Kings County Car Accident Attorneys
• Lewis County Car Accident Attorneys
• Livingston County Car Accident Attorneys
• Madison County Car Accident Attorneys
• Monroe County Car Accident Attorneys
• Montgomery County Car Accident Attorneys
• Nassau County Car Accident Attorneys
• New York County Car Accident Attorneys
• Niagara County Car Accident Attorneys
• Oneida County Car Accident Attorneys
• Onondaga County Car Accident Attorneys
• Ontario County Car Accident Attorneys
• Orange County Car Accident Attorneys
• Orleans County Car Accident Attorneys
• Oswego County Car Accident Attorneys
• Otsego County Car Accident Attorneys
• Putnam County Car Accident Attorneys
• Queens County Car Accident Attorneys
• Rensselaer County Car Accident Attorneys
• Richmond County Car Accident Attorneys
• Rockland County Car Accident Attorneys
• Saint Lawrence County Car Accident Attorneys
• Saratoga County Car Accident Attorneys
• Schenectady County Car Accident Attorneys
• Schoharie County Car Accident Attorneys
• Schuyler County Car Accident Attorneys
• Seneca County Car Accident Attorneys
• Steuben County Car Accident Attorneys
• Suffolk County Car Accident Attorneys
• Sullivan County Car Accident Attorneys
• Tech Valley Car Accident Attorneys
• Tioga County Car Accident Attorneys
• Tompkins County Car Accident Attorneys
• Ulster County Car Accident Attorneys
• Upstate New York Car Accident Attorneys
• Warren County Car Accident Attorneys
• Washington County Car Accident Attorneys
• Wayne County Car Accident Attorneys
• Westchester County Car Accident Attorneys
• Wyoming County Car Accident Attorneys
• Yates County Car Accident Attorneys

Contact Us

If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, you need a lawyer. Don’t wait any longer. Call the car accident attorneys of Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC for a free, confidential consultation, and let us help you get the full and just compensation you deserve.

To discuss your case, call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.