Garden City Car Accident Attorney

Each car accident is unique and should be handled case-by-case by an experienced personal injury lawyer. At Chopra & Nocerino, our car accident lawyers in Garden City are seasoned players. We have the skills and experience needed to handle any auto accident in Garden City, including:

• Car Accidents – Of course, most auto accidents involve everyday passenger vehicles. They range widely from minor collisions on neighborhood roads to catastrophic pile-ups on major highways. In all cases, we are here to help you defend your right to compensation.
• Truck Accidents – Accidents involving commercial vehicles like trucks can be more complex due to additional regulations governing commercial drivers and the potential involvement of corporate entities.
• Motorcycle Accidents – These lawsuits arise when a motorcyclist is involved in a collision with another vehicle. Given the vulnerability of motorcyclists compared to occupants of enclosed vehicles, these accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. 
• Rideshare Accidents – In accidents involving ridesharing vehicles from companies like Uber or Lyft, liability can be complex, requiring a close look at the individual driver’s actions, the rideshare company’s policies, and the governing law.
• Pedestrian Accidents – These lawsuits arise when a vehicle hits a pedestrian. Because pedestrians are fully exposed to the full force of oncoming vehicles, these accidents can result in severe or even fatal injuries. 

We represented a male from Garden City, age 45, who was struck by a truck while crossing the street. The injury required a single-level discectomy to the cervical spine and surgery on left shoulder. We recovered a $1.5 Million settlement.

• Bicycle Accidents – These accidents arise when a vehicle hits a bicyclist, resulting in injury or death. Liability in these cases often focuses on the driver’s failure to yield right of way and other forms of negligence.
• Rear-End Collisions – In these cases, liability often falls on the driver who rear-ended the other vehicle, but exceptions exist.

We recently settled a rear-end collision for $1.92 Million. A 72-year-old male suffered aggravation of a pre-existing spine condition that required several spine surgeries prior to the accident. We took the claim to trial and during proceedings, the defendant agreed to settle. 

• Hit and Run Accidents – These involve drivers who leave the accident scene without providing contact information. Victims may seek compensation through their own insurance or, if the driver is later identified, through a lawsuit.
• Multi-Vehicle Accidents – These cases often require extensive investigation to determine liability. Multiple parties may be held simultaneously liable.
• DUI/DWI Accidents – Lawsuits against drivers who cause accidents while under the influence of alcohol or drugs often involve punitive damages due to the reckless nature of the offending driver’s actions.
• Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Accidents – When the at-fault driver does not have sufficient insurance coverage, injured victims must often file a claim under their own uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) motorist coverage.
• Wrongful Death – Wrongful death lawsuits are filed when a car accident results in fatalities. In New York, these types of lawsuits are brought by the representative of the decedent’s estate seeking compensation for things like funeral expenses, loss of income, and loss of companionship.

Each type of lawsuit has its own unique considerations and legal strategies. The specific facts of each case, along with state laws, will heavily influence the approach and potential outcomes.