New York Red Light Accident Lawyer

Being injured in a red light accident can leave you with medical bills, missed paychecks, and financial uncertainty. Fortunately, you do not need to face this situation alone—our New York red light accident lawyers are here to help.

At Morelli Law Firm, a New York car accident lawyer can manage your insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit on your behalf. While you focus on recovering, we can handle all of the legal work in your case. We may be able to help you collect compensation for your injuries, lost wages, and more.

For a free consultation on your case with a member of our NY car accident team. We’ve secured over $1 billion in compensation on behalf of our clients, so let us put our experience to work for you!

Dangers of Running a Red Light in New York

When drivers make the decision to run a red light or a stop sign, they endanger other drivers as well as pedestrians crossing at an intersection. Unfortunately, this reckless behavior often leads to serious injuries and may even cause death, which is why you may need our New York personal injury lawyers.

A red light accident may occur as a result of:

• Distracted drivers who are not paying attention to the traffic signals
• Drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Drivers that are speeding to cross the intersection before the light turns red
• Drivers who are reckless and make an illegal turn at the intersection

Regardless of why a driver ran the red light, proceeding into an intersection when a traffic light is red is illegal. Not only is it illeval, but running a red light is one of the most dangerous actions that can take place on roads.

According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), violating traffic control devices, including running red lights, is the single most common cause of urban car accidents in the U.S.

The FHWA also reports that the U.S. averages seven deadly crashes at intersections with traffic signals every day and more than 1,000 daily crashes that result in injuries. They estimate that the total cost of these accidents is more than $230 billion each year.

Accident Victims of Red Light Accidents

Multiple types of road users may be injured in a red light accident. Victims may include:

• Pedestrians that are crossing the street at a crosswalk
• Drivers, as well as passengers in trucks, cars, motorcycles, and SUVs that are proceeding through an intersection during a green light
• Motorists and their passengers who are making a left turn or are stopped at a red light
• Cyclists who are traveling in the opposite direction of an intersection

No matter how you were using the road, if another party’s negligence caused your red light accident and injured you, they may be liable for your damages.

To learn more about your legal options in a free case review with an accident attorney, call Morelli Law Firm today.

Damages in a Red Light Accident Case

If you can prove the responsible party’s liability, you may be able to recover compensation for your accident-related damages. Depending on the nature of your injuries and your accident, the recoverable damages in your case may include:

• Medical expenses
• Estimated future costs of medical care
• Lost wages, for the time the accident forced you to miss work
• Property damages
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish

If your loved one lost their life in a red light accident, and you are pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit, a different set of damages may be available to you. Wrongful death damages may include:

• Funeral costs
• Pre-death costs of medical care
• Loss of companionship

Common Car Accident Injuries We Can Represent

Car accidents can result in a variety of severe injuries, ranging from minor to severe. Some common types of car accident injuries include:

• Whiplash: This is neck strain caused by the sudden jerking motion of the head.
• Fractures: Broken bones often happen in the arms, legs, ribs, and collarbone in the event of a collision.
• Concussions: We can represent mild traumatic brain injuries resulting from a blow to the head.
• Lacerations: Car accidents may cause cuts and scrapes caused by broken glass or sharp objects.
• Soft tissue injuries: This is damage to muscles, ligaments, and tendons, including sprains and strains.
• Spinal cord injuries: We can represent damage to the spinal cord, potentially leading to paralysis.
• Internal injuries: Our experienced car accident attorneys can represent damage to internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, or lungs, which can be life-threatening.

Options for Pursuing Compensation After a Car Accident

The state of New York is a no-fault state in terms of motor vehicle accidents. According to the New York Department of Financial Services, this means that victims may have to go through their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage after an accident first and may not have the right to sue the liable driver in all circumstances.

If a victim suffered certain types of serious injuries in the accident, however, they may be entitled to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver to recover damages beyond their PIP coverage. Victims may also have this option if their economic damages exceed their PIP limits.

The accident attorneys at Morelli Law Firm can help you determine your options for pursuing compensation for your damages when we represent you.

Working with Morelli Law Firm on Your Case

A New York red light accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm can manage all of the legal work in your case when we represent you. This may include:

• Filing your PIP claim with your own insurance company
• Filing a fault-based claim and/or lawsuit against the responsible party
• Communicating with all parties on your behalf
• Collecting evidence of the responsible party’s liability
• Collecting evidence of your damages and their value
• Negotiating for a settlement
• Taking your care to trial

Contact a New York Red Light Accident Attorney Today

You can focus on your family and your recovery when a New York red light accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm manages your case.

One of our personal injury attorneys in NYC may be able to represent you on a contingency fee basis, where you are not obligated to pay us attorney fees unless we win fair compensation for you. Contact us now if you’ve been in an auto accident that has resulted in physical pain or other damages.