A taxi driver could be responsible for an incident if they fail to obey traffic laws like failing to yield the right or signal, disregarding traffic signs, and other violations.
Sometimes an accident is not the fault of the driver. Sometimes accidents can occur due to a poor vehicle or a poor taxi service. According to NHTSA there are three main reasons vehicle-related collisions can occur: faulty tires and faulty brakes.
You may be entitled to compensation for injuries sustained in a taxi accident. There can be many reasons. An experienced taxi accident lawyer can advise you on your rights and help you decide if there is a case against the driver.
However, it is likely that the taxicab insurance company has a large staff of lawyers, adjusters and other experts. You must find a law firm that specializes only in this type law to get fair compensation. Our legal team has decades-long experience and a proven track history of maximising settlements. We are in the best place to guarantee you will get all that you are entitled.
New York has a statute that limits the time you can file personal injury lawsuits. The law (NY Civil Practice Laws & Rules Section 214) states that you must file a suit within three years of the incident. If the defendant is a municipality, the deadline is typically shorter. The courts will dismiss your case, with the exception of rare cases.
To allow our attorneys sufficient time to investigate your case and build it, it is a good idea to contact us as soon after the accident as possible.
Yes. New York law is based on pure comparative negligence. The law states that the injured party may be compensated for their injuries according to how much they contributed to the accident. A jury will find that 10 percent of a claimant was at fault. The "negligent” party must pay 90% of the claimant’s damages. Our attorneys will conduct thorough investigations and collect evidence to prove negligence.
The insurance company for the cab will pay your medical bills if you were a passenger in a taxi, pedestrian, or bicyclist who was struck by a taxi. If you were a passenger or driver in a vehicle hit by a truck, your medical bills will be first paid by the insurer for the car you were riding in. No-fault coverage will cover lost wages, prescriptions, transport to medical providers and reasonable expenses for household services. It doesn't cover pain and suffering. You need to bring a case.
New York law defines a serious injury as death, or a medically determined impairment of a permanent nature that prohibits the injured person performing substantially all the material acts which make up his or her usual daily activities for no less than ninety day following the injury.
We offer a free consultation for anyone who has been in an accident with a taxicab, car, or other vehicle. If you are in hospital, we will see you.
We offer a free consultation if you or your family member have been hurt in a taxicab or car accident. We will visit you if you have been admitted to hospital.
You should not be silent if you are injured in a taxicab, shuttle bus, or limousine accident. You can seek compensation for your pain and suffering, medical bills, lost earnings, and other damages resulting from a taxicab accident. Our taxicab accident lawyers will fight for you to get the money and treatment that you need.
Although obtaining this compensation can be difficult, speaking with our auto accident lawyers will make it much easier.
There are many reasons why taxicab accidents can happen. An accident involving a taxicab, or any other transportation service, should not be considered a source of guilt.
Sometimes, the driver is negligent. Other times, the driver is negligent. It did not matter if the vehicle was in bad condition or if it was driven by a driver:
Talk to one of our taxicab accident attorneys about your case. We will vigorously advocate for your rights if there is any reason to believe that the taxicab driver was negligent or that the taxicab company was negligent.
Collect as much information about a taxi accident as you can. Ascertain the names of the taxi company, the driver and any other drivers involved in the accident. Photographs of the taxi, street, injuries and your vehicle, if any, should be taken. Contact information and names of eyewitnesses is important. Their testimony could be a valuable asset in future fault investigations. To diagnose and treat injuries, you should immediately seek medical attention. If you are in a collision with another vehicle, make a claim to the taxi company's insurance.
It is not an exact science to calculate the value of an injured claim. Our lawyers are experts in determining which factors are most important. We can also help you negotiate to your advantage.
It is more difficult to quantify non-economic damages. These damages are meant to compensate you for your suffering and pain.
If the accident was fatal, our taxi accident lawyers can help you seek damages for wrongful deaths.
A taxi is just like any other passenger vehicle. Accidents involving taxis can cause serious injuries to passengers, drivers, pedestrians, and even other passengers.
Taxi drivers can be tired, distracted, or in a rush, all factors that can increase the risk of an accident.
Taxi drivers owe other taxi drivers an increased duty of care. You could be charged with a violation of this duty.
Speeding is responsible for approximately 33 percent of fatal driver-related collisions. Drivers may speed if they exceed the posted speed limit and the weather or road conditions do not permit them to. It is the driver's responsibility to adjust their speed for road conditions and weather conditions.
Neglecting to take a break or falling asleep at work can result in serious accidents. They may also be fatigued if they don't get enough sleep, drive long hours, or are being pressured by their employer to do so.
Accidents can occur when taxi drivers are under the influence alcohol or other drugs. Taxi drivers may also be affected by prescription drugs.
If taxicab drivers hit pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles, they are responsible for their injuries as well as those of their passengers. Our taxi attorneys will prove that the other party involved in your case was negligent, or at fault, and that you sustained damages. Legally, this means you have to prove that:
It is normal to have questions following a taxi crash. Here are some common questions that our lawyers are frequently asked.
Due to the time limitations, it is important that you contact our attorneys immediately after the accident in order to give them enough time to investigate and build your case.
The insurance company will cover your medical costs if you were either a passenger in the car or a pedestrian/cyclist that was hit by the cab. If you were a passenger or driver in a vehicle hit by a truck, your medical bills first will be paid by the company that insures the vehicle. No-fault Insurance will pay for lost wages and prescription costs as well as transportation to the medical provider. It doesn't cover pain and suffering. You must bring a case.
Distracted Driving: Cab drivers use the same distractions that other drivers, and more. Many cars are equipped with radios, while some cars have meters. Cab drivers also have meters in their cars. Modern taxis can now be dispatched by apps. But it can be distracting. Taxi drivers need to communicate with passengers in order to get directions, answer their questions, and receive additional instructions.
Start and stop driving - Taxi drivers frequently scan the sides for passengers as they drive. Cab drivers might have to change lanes or stop abruptly when picking up or dropping passengers. This poses a risk to other vehicles.
Another kind of taxicab accident happens when the driver allows passengers to exit the vehicle and go into traffic. Drivers may partially be responsible for injuries sustained by passengers exiting a taxicab.
For an accident claim, the statute is of limitations for four years after the date of the incident. You have two years to file a wrongful-death claim. This may seem like a long time but it's important that you speak to an attorney as soon as possible. Over time, evidence can become lost and witnesses may move. Get in touch with us right away.