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Successful Westchester County & New York City Auto Accident Lawyers

Car and truck accidents caused by negligent drivers often result in injuries that have a serious effect on victims and their families. Those injured are often permanently disabled and need our highly qualified New York City/Westchester County auto accident lawyers to help them obtain full and just compensation. We also successfully represent families who have tragically lost loved ones in vehicular incidents as their futures are changed forever by careless operators of motor vehicles, motorcycles, buses, and trucks. We obtain justice in these cases and get unmatched results.

If you suffer from serious injuries after an auto accident, the collision itself is only the beginning. Now you’re forced to deal with an insurance company to appraise the harms and losses and rely on them to offer an amount to cover the costs, but insurers have their own agenda. While they may act like they’re on your side, in reality, they’re often doing their best to pay out as little as possible. Our experienced and skilled auto accident lawyers specialize in working with people who’ve gone through a car crash incident involving a bus, truck, motorcycle, scooter, bicycle, pedestrian, etc., and give you a much better chance to receive the maximum compensation you deserve. We have been recognized by numerous independent sources with awards for our outstanding results and dedication to superb client relations.

Avoid Accepting an Insurance Settlement Before Consulting with an Attorney

Have you or a loved one been involved in a Westchester County or NYC car or truck accident caused by someone else’s negligence? You may be entitled to fair and just compensation. At Peter DeFilippis & Associates, our experienced Westchester County and NYC auto accident lawyers are dedicated to helping you maximize your recovery.

Car accidents are a leading cause of injury across the country, with over 70,000 crashes reported annually in New York City alone. Many of these accidents are the result of negligent driving and violations of traffic laws, leading to serious injuries and fatalities. New York State law holds vehicle owners accountable for their drivers’ actions, and our skilled legal team will fight to ensure your rights are protected.

While all accidents can result in severe injuries, those involving large trucks and motorcycles are particularly devastating. Trucks can cause catastrophic damage to smaller vehicles, and motorcycles, lacking the protective features of cars, are more vulnerable in collisions. If you’ve been injured in any type of vehicle accident, our car accident lawyers can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

If you have been injured during your travel because of another driver’s negligence, there are steps you should follow to help protect your rights. With our experienced attorneys by your side, you can recover the full damages owed to you by law after a car accident. Car and truck accidents are a daily occurrence in New York, Westchester, and the Bronx. If you’ve been injured in one, it’s crucial to know your rights immediately and avoid common pitfalls that insurance companies hope you’ll stumble into. Never accept an insurance settlement without consulting our attorneys. We specialize in navigating insurance negotiations and court proceedings to secure substantial compensation for medical expenses, permanent disabilities, and wrongful death.

We believe that those responsible for careless driving should be held accountable for the consequences of their actions. A lawsuit stemming from a car, truck, or motorcycle accident cannot restore a person’s health or bring back a lost loved one. However, it can provide essential compensation for survivors. Verdicts and Settlements may not heal injuries or erase pain, but the compensation can help restore some dignity and comfort to victims of negligence. We are dedicated to fighting for our clients to ensure that the responsible parties and their insurance companies adequately and fairly compensate those injured in NYC and New York State automobile, truck, bus, motorcycle, electric bikes, pedestrian, and other types of accidents.

A few examples of our car and truck accident case results:

• A twenty-two-year-old construction worker died when a drunk driver collided with an illegally left-turning truck. The settlement of $4,050,000 was on the TopVerdict list (#48) of the Top 50 Motor Vehicle Accident Settlements in the U.S. in 2023.
• A twenty-eight-year-old warehouse worker was injured in a motor vehicle accident while a back-seat passenger in a taxi cab was struck broadside by a speeding truck. Injuries included a fracture of the right arm and 50% hearing loss. A total damages award was rendered after a Bronx trial for $1,900,000. 
• A 78-year-old Bronxville woman was struck by a commercial van while lawfully crossing a Westchester street, suffering multiple catastrophic injuries, including a traumatic brain injury. After litigation, our firm secured a $1,800,000 settlement for the injured pedestrian and her family.
• A forty-year-old safety consultant from Texas was hit by a distracted driver while a pedestrian crossing West 58th Street at Eighth Avenue in Manhattan, sustaining a fractured leg. He was rushed to the ER, where X-rays confirmed the injury. After a three-day trial in New York County, a favorable settlement was reached with the driver’s insurance company for $550,000.

At Peter DeFilippis & Associates, we are dedicated to fighting for justice in personal injury law, with a strong focus on helping pedestrians injured by negligent drivers. Our experienced team combines in-depth legal knowledge with specialized medical expertise and advanced technology to thoroughly investigate and document each case. We work tirelessly to demonstrate how accidents could have been prevented with reasonable care, ensuring your claim is presented with compelling evidence.

Peter DeFilippis & Associates is a Westchester County and New York City personal injury law firm specializing in drunk driving accident cases, representing victims injured by intoxicated drivers. Our experienced attorneys use advanced accident investigation techniques to pursue maximum compensation for drunk driving injuries, car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and other negligence-based personal injury claims.

By vividly illustrating the real-world impact of preventable accidents, we advocate for the compensation you deserve. Driven by a passion for justice, we are committed to holding negligent parties accountable and ensuring our clients receive the support they need to move forward. At Peter DeFilippis & Associates, your rights are our priority.

We will verify the Amount of All Available Insurance Coverage in Writing

Insurance companies evaluate potential compensation for auto accident victims based on several key factors, including injury severity, resulting disability, insurance coverage type, fault allocation, vehicle value, and repair costs. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, it’s essential to consult with the experienced auto accident attorneys at Peter DeFilippis & Associates before accepting any insurance settlement.

Insurance companies may offer you a quick settlement, but accepting an offer prematurely—before your claim is fully evaluated and documented—could mean forfeiting your right to pursue maximum compensation for your injuries. Our skilled attorneys will thoroughly assess your case, ensuring all aspects of your damages are accounted for and your legal rights are fully protected. Trust Peter DeFilippis & Associates to help you navigate the complex process and secure the compensation you deserve.

Some Types of Ankle, Foot, & Knee Injuries in NYC Car Accidents

Severe injuries to the foot, knee, and ankle are fairly common in serious car accidents due to the extreme force involved and the positioning of an occupant’s leg when a collision occurs. Front-seat occupants usually have their legs and feet situated under the dashboard of the vehicle at the time of the crash. Drivers usually have their knees inches from the steering wheel and their feet and ankles near the accelerator and brake pedals. In a collision, this often means that a front seat occupant’s leg will buckle as it impacts the dashboard. The greater the force of the impact, the more pressure is exerted on the legs, feet, knees, and ankles as they impact hard surfaces in the interior of the car. Among the more common types of serious injuries that your foot, knee, or ankle may sustain in a car accident are:

• Dashboard knee – Due to the frequency of knee injuries in car accidents, an injury that is the result of an impact with the dash has been called “dashboard knee.” It essentially includes any injury to the knee that stems from an impact on the dash or other hard structures in the interior of the car.
• Fractures — “Fracture” is simply the medical terminology for a broken bone. Fractures can be displaced or non-displaced, as well as open or closed. A displaced fracture is one in which the bone has cracked and the pieces have moved so that they are no longer properly aligned. A non-displaced fracture is one in which the bone has cracked or broken but still remains essentially in alignment. An open fracture is one in which the bone has broken through the skin, while a closed fracture may show no visible outward evidence of a fracture. A compound fracture involves multiple bone breaks.
• Strains and sprains – A sprain is an injury that involves the stretching or tearing of ligaments, while a strain involves the stretching or tearing of muscles or tendons.

Recovering Damages in a Personal Injury Claim

The damages or harms and losses in personal injury cases, including automobile or other vehicular collisions, will depend on the severity of the injury and the circumstances of the accident. For a further understanding of potentially compensated harms and losses, please read Mr. DeFilippis’ article entitled, “Seeking to Understand Damages.” Common types of damages that are awarded in personal injury cases include, but are not limited to:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Funeral expenses
• Past and future lost wages
• Lost earning capacity
• Other economic damages
• Ongoing personal care
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of consortium
• Punitive damages

At Peter DeFilippis & Associates, we understand the life-altering impact of serious auto accidents and are committed to guiding you every step of the way. Acting quickly is critical—early legal action helps preserve key evidence and maximize compensation, and our firm brings a proven record of success, including a 99% success rate across Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Westchester, and Putnam courts.

We are skilled local auto accident attorneys handling all motor vehicle cases on a contingency fee basis—no fee unless you recover. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation by calling 212-227-4001 or 914-478-7777, and meet with us remotely, at your location, or in our Midtown Manhattan or Ardsley (Westchester County) offices.