Auto Accident Lawyers Serving White Plains, the Bronx, and the NYC Metro Area
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- $1,300,000 — Auto accident, Bronx, NY (spinal surgery)
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- $1,000,000 — Closed head injury, New York County
When the Insurance Company Is Already Working Against You
After a car accident, the at-fault driver's insurance company opens a claim file and begins building a case — against you. Adjusters are trained to minimize payouts, and they start that work before you've had a chance to speak with anyone on your side. IJA Law Group exists to change that equation. We represent injured drivers, passengers, and families across White Plains, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and northern New Jersey, and we get involved early so the insurance company knows from the first interaction that you have experienced trial-ready counsel behind you.
As auto accident lawyers in the White Plains, NY area, we handle the full scope of car accident claims: rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, highway accidents, distracted and drunk driving cases, rideshare accidents, and multi-vehicle pileups. If you were hurt because another driver was careless or reckless, we want to hear what happened.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Car Accident?
New York is a no-fault insurance state, which means your own PIP coverage pays for initial medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. But no-fault has limits — and when your injuries are serious, those limits fall short quickly. When your injuries meet New York's serious injury threshold, you have the right to step outside the no-fault system and bring a claim directly against the at-fault driver.
Serious injuries that qualify include fractures, significant disfigurement, permanent limitation of a body organ or member, and injuries that prevent you from performing substantially all of your daily activities for 90 of the 180 days following the accident. If your injuries meet that standard, the compensation available to you can include:
- Medical expenses, past and future
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Out-of-pocket costs related to your recovery
Our job is to document every category of your damages thoroughly — not just the emergency room bill — so that nothing is left on the table when we negotiate or litigate your case.
How We Build a Car Accident Case That Holds Up
Insurance companies settle quickly when they believe the alternative is a jury trial with a prepared opponent. We prepare every case as if it is going to trial, because that preparation is what produces real results at the negotiating table. From the moment you hire us, we are building the evidentiary record that supports maximum compensation.
That process includes:
- Securing the police report and identifying any inconsistencies in the other driver's account
- Preserving traffic camera, dashcam, and surveillance footage before it is overwritten
- Obtaining cell phone records and telematics data when distracted or reckless driving is suspected
- Retaining accident reconstruction experts when liability is disputed
- Documenting your injuries through medical records, imaging, and treating physician statements
- Identifying all available insurance coverage, including underinsured and uninsured motorist policies
- Calculating your full economic and non-economic damages with supporting documentation
We do not hand your file to a paralegal and check in at settlement time. You have direct access to your attorney throughout the process, and we communicate clearly at every stage so you are never left wondering where your case stands.
Types of Auto Accident Cases We Handle
We handle the full range of auto accident cases across the NYC metro area and northern New Jersey, including:
- Rear-end collisions — often caused by distracted or tailgating drivers, and a leading source of whiplash and spinal injuries
- Intersection and red-light accidents — including T-bone and broadside crashes that frequently cause serious and catastrophic injuries
- Head-on collisions — among the most dangerous crash types, often resulting in life-altering injuries
- Sideswipe accidents — common on highways and multi-lane roads throughout the metro area
- Hit-and-run accidents — we help clients pursue compensation through uninsured motorist coverage when the at-fault driver flees
- Multi-vehicle pileups — complex liability cases requiring thorough investigation to identify all responsible parties
- Accidents involving uninsured or underinsured drivers — we pursue every available coverage source to maximize your recovery
- Accidents caused by defective vehicles or road conditions — when a third party beyond the other driver shares responsibility
No matter how your accident happened, we investigate thoroughly, identify every liable party, and build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
Answers to Common Questions About Car Accident Claims
How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in New York?
In most New York car accident cases, the statute of limitations is three years from the date of the accident. If your claim involves a government vehicle or a municipality, the deadline is significantly shorter — you may need to file a notice of claim within 90 days. Do not wait to speak with an attorney, because evidence disappears and deadlines are unforgiving.In most New York car accident cases, the statute of limitations is three years from the date of the accident. If your claim involves a government vehicle or a municipality, the deadline is significantly shorter — you may need to file a notice of claim within 90 days. Do not wait to speak with an attorney, because evidence disappears and deadlines are unforgiving.What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault — so if you were found 20% responsible and your damages total $100,000, you would recover $80,000. An insurance company will try to inflate your share of fault to reduce what they owe. We push back on that aggressively.New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault — so if you were found 20% responsible and your damages total $100,000, you would recover $80,000. An insurance company will try to inflate your share of fault to reduce what they owe. We push back on that aggressively.Should I give a recorded statement to the insurance company?
No. You are not required to give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company, and doing so before you have legal representation almost always hurts your case. Adjusters are trained to ask questions in ways that produce answers they can use against you. Contact us first.No. You are not required to give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company, and doing so before you have legal representation almost always hurts your case. Adjusters are trained to ask questions in ways that produce answers they can use against you. Contact us first.How much does it cost to hire an auto accident lawyer?
We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. There are no upfront costs and no hourly fees. Our fee comes out of the settlement or verdict at the end of the case.We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. There are no upfront costs and no hourly fees. Our fee comes out of the settlement or verdict at the end of the case.What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Call 911 and stay at the scene. Get medical attention even if you feel fine — symptoms from soft tissue injuries and concussions often appear hours or days later, and a gap in treatment creates problems for your claim. Document the scene with photos if you are able. Get the other driver's insurance information. Do not apologize or admit fault. Then contact us as soon as possible so we can advise you on next steps before the insurance company contacts you.Call 911 and stay at the scene. Get medical attention even if you feel fine — symptoms from soft tissue injuries and concussions often appear hours or days later, and a gap in treatment creates problems for your claim. Document the scene with photos if you are able. Get the other driver's insurance information. Do not apologize or admit fault. Then contact us as soon as possible so we can advise you on next steps before the insurance company contacts you.
Talk to an Auto Accident Lawyer Today — No Fees Unless We Win
If you were injured in a car accident, the window to preserve evidence and protect your claim is short. The at-fault driver's insurance company is already working the file. You deserve an attorney who is equally prepared and working just as hard — on your side.
Contact IJA Law Group by phone, text, or the form on our contact page to speak directly with an attorney about what happened. There is no cost for the consultation, and you pay nothing unless we recover for you.
Serving White Plains, the Bronx, Queens, New York County, Nyack, and northern New Jersey, including, but not limited to Essex County, Bergen County, Hudson County. Free consultations. Spanish-speaking service available.
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