New York Highway Accident Attorney

A crash on the highway can change your life in an instant. The fast pace of New York's highways mean accidents are often catastrophic, leading to complex legal challenges, serious injuries, and an overwhelming feeling of uncertainty.

Our New York City highway accident attorneys have been recognized as a ‘Best Law Firm in New York City’ by Best Lawyers® and are rated “Super Lawyers” by Thomson Reuters. With over 30 years of experience and a 99% client satisfaction rate, we have the reputation, resources, and respect to handle even the most challenging highway accident cases.

Don’t let a highway accident define your future — take the first step toward recovery. After a highway collision, call Raphaelson & Levine — the voice of the injured.

NEXT STEP: Call 212-268-3222 today or contact us online for a free consultation.

Raphaelson & Levine: Your Trusted Advocates After A Highway Collision

At Raphaelson & Levine, we've dedicated over thirty years to helping highway crash victims in New York get the compensation they deserve.

Our extensive experience in highway accident cases allows us to anticipate and overcome challenges these types of personal injury claims present, whether determining liability in complex multi-vehicle accidents or navigating the intricacies of insurance negotiations.

We know how to build a compelling case that maximizes your compensation, addressing not just your immediate needs, but also the long-term impact of your car accident injuries.

A Proven Track Record In New York Highway Accident Cases: Over $800 Million Won

When you work with Raphaelson & Levine, you're getting a law firm with a proven track record of winning even the toughest highway accident cases.

We've recovered over $800 million in settlements and verdicts for our clients, including numerous multi-million dollar awards for car accident victims throughout New York.

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$0 Fees Unless We Win Your Case

Everyone deserves access to quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. That's why we operate on a contingency fee basis. You don't pay any upfront fees when you hire us. We only get paid if we win your case.

This allows you to pursue justice without financial stress. It also demonstrates our confidence in our ability to secure maximum compensation for our clients.

How A Highway Accident Lawyer at Raphaelson & Levine Can Help

After a highway crash, the stakes are high, with severe injuries and substantial financial burdens at play. Hiring an experienced attorney at Raphaelson & Levine has helped our clients earn up to 45-times more compensation than their initial settlement offer.

Our experienced highway crash attorneys will guide you through every step of the process, using expert legal strategies to build strong cases and secure the compensation you deserve.

Here’s how we’ll help:

• Legal Expertise: Navigating the complexities of highway accident laws and lawsuits
• Investigation: Conducting a thorough investigation to gather evidence and determine liability
• Negotiation: Dealing with insurance companies to ensure you receive maximum compensation
• Representation: Advocating for your rights in court if a fair settlement can't be reached
• Compensation: Calculating the financial cost of all of your past, current, and future current medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and damages caused by the crash

You deserve a legal team that understands the trauma you’re going through and is committed to fighting for the compensation you need to move forward.

Your crash lawyer at Raphaelson & Levine will handle the legal intricacies so you to focus on your recovery, with confidence and peace of mind.

Our Firm Handles All Types Of Highway Accidents

When a highway car crash strikes, your next moves matter.

Our personal injury lawyers have handled all types highway accident claims and have represented clients injured in crashes involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses and pedestrians.

From minor distractions to impaired driving, our car accident lawyers have seen it all, and have won settlements and verdicts in many different types of motor vehicle accident cases:

• Head-On Collisions: Rare but often fatal car accident injurires, usually due to wrong-way driving
• Hit-And-Run Accidents: Drivers fleeing the scene after causing a crash
• Lane-Change Crashes: Result from abrupt or unsafe lane changes at high speeds, often leading to catastrophic or deadly side impacts
• Multi-Vehicle Pileups: Can result from chain reactions in heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions
• Rear-End Collisions: Often caused by sudden stops or distracted driving
• Rollover Accidents: Common in high-speed crash scenarios or due to sudden swerves to avoid obstacles
• Side-Impact Crashes: Often occur at high-speed merges or exits
• T-Bone Accidents: Occur at highway intersections or exit ramps
• Underride Accidents: Involve smaller vehicles (like motorcycles or convertibles), sliding beneath large trucks
• Wrong-Way Crashes: Often fatal due to head-on impacts, often caused by drivers entering the highway from the wrong direction

Common Types Of Highway Accident Injuries

With multiple lanes, high speeds, and heavy congestion, highways are notorious for serious and catastrophic injuries.

A highway defect or negligent driver can pose a severe risk to other motorists.

Victims can suffer from extensive and disabling injuries, including:

• Whiplash: This neck injury is caused by the sudden jerking motion of the head, often occurring during rear-end collisions when the vehicle is struck from behind
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): TBIs can result from a violent blow or jolt to the head, which is common in high-speed crashes where the head may hit the steering wheel, dashboard, or window
• Spinal Cord Injuries: These injuries can occur when the force of a collision causes damage to the vertebrae, ligaments, or spinal discs, potentially leading to paralysis or loss of function
• Broken Bones: The impact of a crash can lead to fractures in various parts of the body, such as arms, legs, ribs, back, or the pelvis, due to the force exerted on the body
• Internal Injuries: The force of a collision can cause internal bleeding or damage to organs, often resulting from the impact with the steering wheel or seatbelt during a crash
• Burns: In cases where vehicles catch fire or there is a chemical spill, occupants can suffer burns from flames or hazardous substances
• Lacerations and Contusions: Broken glass, debris, or sharp objects inside the vehicle can cause cuts and bruises during the impact of a crash

Proving Fault In New York Highway Accidents

When you're hurt in a highway crash, proving fault is crucial to securing the compensation you deserve, and will directly impact the compensation you can receive.

Establishing fault is essential for holding all responsible parties accountable and recovering damages for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Several factors can often contribute to highway crashes, including:

• Aggressive Driving: Behaviors like tailgating, frequent lane changes, and ignoring traffic signals and signs pose dangers to the driver and others on the road
• Distracted Driving: Activities like texting, talking on the phone, eating, or using in-vehicle technologies divert attention from the road and reduce reaction time to obstacles
• Drowsy Driving: Fatigue can lead to slower reaction times, impaired judgment, and even falling asleep at the wheel
• Highway Defects: Design or construction flaws, such as missing guardrails, shoulder areas, traffic signs, or insufficient lighting, can contribute to accidents
• Impaired Driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs impairs judgment, motor skills, and reaction time
• Negligent Drivers: Drivers who fail to adhere to traffic laws or drive recklessly endanger everyone on the road
• Road Defects or Debris: Potholes, fallen tree branches, and other road defects or debris can cause drivers to lose control after hitting objects or swerving to avoid them
• Speeding: Excessive speed reduces the ability to react to unexpected situations, increases stopping distances, and makes it harder to control a vehicle
• Vehicle Mechanical Failures: Issues with a vehicle’s brakes, tires, steering, or other critical components can lead to highway crashes, often due to defective or poorly maintained vehicles
• Weather Conditions: Adverse weather like rain, snow, fog, or ice can make highways slippery and reduce visibility
• Wrong-Way Driving: A driver travels in the wrong direction on a highway, resulting in head-on collisions or other serious crashes

Insurance companies often minimize settlements by assigning you partial fault or disputing the severity and cause of your injuries. Their goal is to reduce their payout, making it crucial to have an experienced attorney protect your rights.

As your legal team, we bring extensive years of experience and first-hand strategic insight to this complex process.

Your car accident lawyer will conduct a comprehensive investigation, collecting crucial evidence, interviewing witnesses, analyzing the police report, and working with experts like accident reconstructionist specialists to prove the cause of the crash.

Dangerous Highway Designs & High-Risk Roads in New York

According to data from the New York State Department of Transportation, some of the most dangerous highways in New York include:

• Taconic State Parkway: This 104-mile parkway is considered one of New York's deadliest roads due to its tight, winding 2-lane design and challenging weather conditions. From 2011 to 2014, it averaged about 667 car crashes per year.
• Interstate 87 (I-87): Running 333 miles from New York City to the Canadian border, I-87 is reported to be the deadliest highway in New York, with approximately 19 fatalities per year according to NHTSA data from 2008 to 2017.
• Interstate 95 (I-95): Though only 23.44 miles long in New York, this section runs through New York City and is a major accident hotspot, averaging 208 crashes yearly.
• Long Island Expressway (I-495): This highway is one of the busiest in the state and has a high number of accidents due to heavy traffic and multiple exits and entrances.
• Southern State Parkway: Running through Nassau and Suffolk counties, this highway has many accidents due to its numerous exits and high speeds.

These highways are dangerous for various reasons:

• Heavy traffic volumes, especially in and around New York City
• Dangerous highway design with multiple exits and entrances
• High speeds combined with congestion
• Challenging weather conditions, particularly on roads like the Taconic State Parkway
• Overcrowding on two-lane highways like parts of the Taconic State Parkway
• In urban areas, issues with pedestrian safety and complex intersections

What Is My Highway Accident Case Worth?

The value of highway accident claims in New York depends on several key factors, including:

• Severity of injuries
• Extent of property damage
• Lost wages and future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term medical needs
• Impact on quality of life

Under New York's no-fault system, most auto insurance claims are initially processed through your own insurance provider, regardless of who caused the accident. Insurance companies typically cover up to $50,000 for medical expenses and economic damages under this law. But, exceptions exist for more severe cases.

Personal injury lawsuits become viable when losses surpass the $50,000 threshold and meet the state's serious injury criteria. At Raphaelson & Levine, we carefully evaluate each case to determine if it qualifies for additional compensation beyond the no-fault limits.

Our experienced attorneys assess these elements to build a strong case for maximum compensation. We leverage our extensive knowledge of New York traffic laws and collaborate with medical experts to accurately value your claim. Our track record of securing over $800 million in settlements and verdicts demonstrates our commitment to obtaining fair compensation for our clients.

Highway Accident FAQs

Hurt in a Highway Accident? Get A Free Lawyer Consultation Today

Highway accidents can be devastating, leaving victims with serious injuries and mounting medical bills. We understand the overwhelming nature of these events, and how to help car accident victims move forward.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a highway accident, New York's statute of limitations gives you a limited time to file a personal injury lawsuit.

Don't wait, call Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm today for a free consultation.

During your free consultation, we'll discuss:

• The details of your highway accident
• Your injuries and their impact on your life
• Potential compensation you may be entitled to
• Our approach to handling highway accident cases
• How we can help you navigate the legal process and you're next steps

Take the first step toward securing the justice and compensation you deserve, and let us fight for your future.

NEXT STEP: Call 212-268-3222 today or contact us online for a free consultation.