It is impossible to predict the challenges that can arise after a car accident. Although New York is a no-fault state, insurance companies can be stubborn about providing a fair settlement value. Fighting with insurance companies is often stressful, especially if you are recovering from serious injuries.
You don’t have to fight solo. Trantolo & Trantolo’s Long Beach personal injury lawyers are here to fight for your rights. For more than 85 years, we have advocated for justice on behalf of injury victims on Long Island. Our car accident attorneys in Long Beach, NY have the skill and experience to recover the compensation you deserve. Contact our office today for a free, no obligation case review.
Free Legal Consultations and Auto Accident Representation for a Contingency Fee
When you call Trantolo & Trantolo after a motor vehicle crash, you receive prompt, focused attention from our legal team. We provide free consultations to our potential clients to help them determine the best course of action. You are under no obligation to hire us after a consultation – the service is meant to help you understand your rights and options.
Working With our Car Accident Attorneys Is Easy
When you partner with our firm, we assign a team of legal professionals to your case. Your team takes care of all the legal work by answering calls, securing evidence, and filing paperwork at no upfront cost to you. We do what it takes to get the best possible outcome for your case, and we only recover costs and fees if we win.
When you hire us, you can expect:
- 24/7 assistance
- Constant communication
- Comprehensive legal support
We will pursue every possible route for fair compensation, including multiple insurance claims and filing a lawsuit, if necessary. Our team includes trial attorneys who are prepared to take your case before a judge and jury if it means getting a better payout for your losses.
Secure Maximum Damages with Help from a Long Beach Car Accident Lawyer
As a no-fault state, New York requires drivers to carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. This type of insurance provides compensation for the policy holder’s medical expenses, a portion of lost wages, and out-of-pocket costs after a collision, regardless of fault. PIP often helps car accident victims with minor injuries get the compensation they need, but certain policy limitations can prevent you from recovering a fair settlement for serious or long-term injuries.
Trantolo & Trantolo will negotiate with your PIP provider to secure the maximum payout. If your injuries arose due to another driver’s negligence, we may also file an auto liability claim or lawsuit against the responsible driver and their insurance. Our goal is to obtain the financial recovery you need for your losses and expenses, including:
- Medical treatment and future healthcare costs related to your car crash
- Income and benefits you lost because of the accident
- Reduced future earnings if your injuries caused disability or impairment
- Out-of-pocket costs like grocery delivery, cleaning assistance, and childcare
- Property damage, including vehicle repair and replacement
- Diminished quality of life, pain and suffering, and emotional anguish
We know that your injuries are unique to your situation, so we focus on creating a case strategy aligned with your specific goals and needs.
A Track Record of Successful Car Accident Litigation
Our firm provides personalized legal support and vigorous advocacy, an approach that has allowed us to recover millions of dollars for car accident victims.
No matter how your car accident occurred, we will handle your claim like you are a member of our family. Rest assured, we will not settle for less than you deserve.
Avoid These Common Mistakes After a Long Beach Vehicle Collision
While your attorney will handle all the legal work, it is still possible to make mistakes that could harm your chances for a fair settlement. Avoid these common errors:
- Admitting fault: Even an apology can be misconstrued as an admission of fault, which could harm your claim. Avoid any discussions of fault and stick to the facts when reporting your accident to the authorities or your insurer.
- Providing medical information: Insurers will use any excuse to reduce your claim. If they ask how you feel, avoid downplaying your injuries by saying you feel “OK” or “fine”. Instead, advise that you plan to seek medical attention and your lawyer will contact them.
- Releasing medical records: Some insurers will ask you to sign a release granting them access to your medical history. They often use this access to discover preexisting conditions that they use to diminish your settlement. Avoid signing anything before you speak with your lawyer.
- Agreeing to the first settlement offer: If the insurance company offers you a settlement, check with your lawyer before you agree to anything, verbally or in writing. Initial settlements are often low and fail to cover the full scope of the victim’s losses. Once you sign, you cannot seek any additional compensation later.
- Discussing your accident: It’s normal to want to tell your friends and family about an accident that affects your life in so many ways. However, it is in your best interests to keep details about your collision to yourself until the case is resolved.
- Posting on social media: Even if you aren’t posting about your accident, anything you post on social media can be used to discredit your claim. For example, if you have a leg injury and you post a video of you outside on a hike, the insurer may use as evidence that your injuries are not as severe as you say.
Our team can help you avoid these and other common pitfalls if you work with our firm.
Take Steps to Protect Your Right to Fair Compensation After a Long Beach Crash
The aftermath of a car accident is often a blur. You must make sure to report the collision and seek medical care. Prompt medical help can help you avoid complications and lay the groundwork for your legal claim. If necessary, Trantolo & Trantolo can get a letter of protection (LOP) that lets you get medical care for your car accident injuries while your case is in progress.
Once you are safe, you can take the following steps to preserve your right to a fair settlement.
- Document everything: Keep copies of all your medical records, communications, and other documents related to the case. If you can, take photos of the accident, focusing on the accident location, final vehicle resting points, vehicle damage, and tire marks.
- Complete your treatment: You may be tempted to stop using assistive equipment or discontinue physical therapy once you start to feel better. This can harm your case and prevent you from getting a full financial recovery. Follow your doctor’s orders completely and attend all follow-up appointments.
- Contact an attorney: When our car accident attorneys take a case, we know which deadlines and legal requirements apply. Our team will keep your accident claim on track and make sure you meet the appropriate filing deadlines.
The countdown to legal filing deadlines begins on the date of your accident, and time is short. You typically only have 30 days to report the accident to your PIP provider and two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. These deadlines can be much shorter depending on your case.
Let Our Team Get to Work on Your Long Beach Claim Now
Car accidents can be overwhelming and cause serious harm, so you deserve someone who can help ease your burdens during difficult times. Our firm is here to help you fight for justice by seeking a settlement or verdict that meets your needs. Please call Trantolo & Trantolo today to get started with a free consultation.
FAQs for Our Car Accident Team
What Are the Chances of Winning a Car Accident Lawsuit in Long Beach, NY?
Your chances of winning a car accident lawsuit depend on the strength of your evidence, level of liability, and legal representation. Cases with strong evidence are more likely to succeed. A car accident attorney knows how to secure compelling evidence and advocate for a desirable outcome.
Do I Need to Hire a Car Accident Attorney?
Although injury victims can file a claim on their own, they often lack the experience and knowledge to build a strong case and negotiate a fair settlement. As a result, victims can lose more money in a poorly negotiated settlement. Don’t risk losing the full compensation you deserve – reach out to Trantolo & Trantolo today.
How Much Is it to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer in Long Beach, NY?
Trantolo & Trantolo handles car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront for our legal services, and we only recover fees and costs if we win compensation on your behalf. If we don’t win, we don’t get paid.
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