NY Rear-End Accident Lawyers
Rear-end accidents are statistically one of the most common types of collisions involving two motor vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA). Each year rear-end collisions are responsible for nearly 2,500 driver and passenger deaths in the U.S. and cause approximately 200,000 hospitalizations.
If you or someone you know has been in a rear-end accident that was caused by another driver, the rear-end collision lawyers at Sobo & Sobo can help you receive compensation for your damages. Filing an injury claim can help you pay for damages including medical costs and lost wages directly caused by your accident. Schedule a free consultation by calling 855-468-7626, or contact Sobo & Sobo online.
Who is at Fault in a Rear-End Accident?
Every rear-end accident is unique, and so each case requires looking over every individual variable that may have caused the impact. Whether or not a rear-end victim was in the front or rear vehicle at the time of an accident does not automatically indicate who is at fault.
While the driver that causes the rear impact is commonly found to be the one at fault in court, the lead driver can also take some of the blame. For example, if a driver’s brake lights are out, or fails to signal while changing lanes or merging onto a highway, that driver will likely bear some of the responsibility should an accident occur.
No matter the case, each party may be found to be at fault for the accident. New York is a “no-fault” state, meaning that all those involved in a rear-end accident may get reimbursed for damages. In court, these amounts are determined based on the amount of negligence that a judge finds each party contributed to causing the accident.
Rear-end lawyers specialize in representing each client’s case in a way that minimizes the amount of negligence they are found guilty of, and therefore maximizing their settlement.
Common Injuries Covered by Rear-End Collision Lawsuits
Any serious injury from a rear-end collision that causes you pain and suffering may be covered by compensation from a personal injury lawsuit. Common examples of these injuries caused by rear-end accidents include:
- Whiplash
- Bone fractures
- Internal bruising and injuries
- Superficial contusions
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Blood vessel injuries
- Paralysis injuries
Contact a NY Rear-End Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you know were injured in a rear-end accident, call the rear-end accident attorneys at Sobo & Sobo for a free consultation at 855-GOT-SOBO. At Sobo & Sobo we have over 50 years of experience helping injured victims win settlements for rear-end accidents across the Hudson Valley and New York City.
When you file a claim with Sobo & Sobo, you don’t pay unless we win the case. When we do win, our attorneys are paid through a percentage of your settlement, meaning you never have to pay out of pocket.
New York State Rear-End Impact Statistics
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear end car crashes account for 28% of all accidents in the US, making them among the most common types of accidents in the country.
While this type of collision can cause serious injury, rear-end accidents account for only 6% of all traffic fatalities. Although not typically fatal, they can cause severe and chronic injuries that require lots of time away from work, and lots of money to cover recovery costs. This can create great financial strain for victims and their families.
