Navigating NYC with an injury is tough, and the legal system can make it even harder. Lambrou Law is here to fight for you. With extensive experience across all boroughs, we stand up to aggressive insurance companies and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Our team has the legal specialization, familiarity with NYC courts, and the resilience to tackle any challenges. We hold negligent parties, like drivers who text and drive, accountable. When you hire us, your fight for justice becomes our whole team’s fight, and we’ll advocate for you with determination and great results.
We take your case through the process with efficiency
No two car accident claims are the same. At Lambrou Law, we tailor strategies to maximize compensation by considering every unique factor in your case while keeping you updated throughout the process.
Filing on time
To protect your right to compensation, an injury claim must be filed within New York’s 3-year statute of limitations for car accidents. Our attorneys will investigate, gather evidence, and file on your behalf. Contact us promptly to ensure we meet the deadline. Even if you think time has run out, reach out for a free case review—some cases may allow for extensions, and we’ll fight to keep your case alive if possible.
Negotiating a settlement
We are skilled negotiators who know the value of your case and how insurance companies operate. Armed with solid evidence, we’ll work to secure maximum compensation and won’t let you settle for less.
Fighting in court
We are not afraid to take your case to court and trial to get your desired outcome. Some cases require a court battle when the other side offers too little or stalls the process.
Results
Our experienced trial attorneys have achieved outstanding results for clients:
- $1 million for a car accident against the City of New York
- Over $7 million for a city truck and car accident
- More than $1 million for a trucking accident
- $950,000 for a rear-end accident
No matter where your case leads, you can count on us.
Put your texting and driving case in our hands
Distracted driving involves any physical or mental behavior that diverts a driver’s attention from operating their vehicle, with texting and driving being one of the most common and dangerous forms. According to the New York State Department of Health (DOH), distracted driving contributes to 1 in 10 fatal crashes and 1 in 4 injury-causing accidents in the state. Data shows:
- 19% of drivers used cell phones while driving
- 29% read text messages while driving
- 20% typed on their phone or device while driving
Types of texting and driving accidents
Texting while driving can lead to various accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that texting takes a driver’s eyes off the road for five seconds, the equivalent of driving a football field blindfolded at 55 mph. Common accidents include rear-end collisions, side-swipes, and head-on crashes due to drivers failing to see other vehicles or drifting into oncoming lanes.
NYC’s roads have private cars, buses, and rideshare vehicles. Lambrou Law PLLC can help you, regardless of who caused your accident. We'll guide you through insurance claims ifyou are hit by a privately owned vehicle. If struck by a bus or rideshare driver, we’ll handle the specific complexities of filing claims against the government or navigating company-specific insurance policies. Having a skilled NYC texting and driving accident lawyer is essential to securing the compensation you deserve.
What to know about texting and driving accidents in NYC
New York is a no-fault state, meaning drivers must use their own auto insurance for medical costs and other losses, regardless of fault. Our team will diligently work on your case and calculate your losses, including our medical bills, future care, lost income, property damage, pain, and emotional suffering. Many victims settle for less than their claim is worth, only realizing later when it's too late. Lambrou Law works with you, your employer and your medical team to properly value your claim and fight for your financial stability and Justice.
Even if you think you are somewhat at fault for an auto accident, you can still successfully pursue a case. New York’s negligence laws can reduce compensation if you are partially at fault. The at-fault party may try to shift blame, but Lambrou Law will work to minimize and prevent this, ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you deserve.
Representation you can trust
Lambrou Law PLLC will handle your case with integrity and skill. Along with extensive knowledge of New York’s laws and legal system, we have a network of local experts, including accident reconstruction engineers, medical professionals, and representatives from other fields. We put the power of these collective resources and our experience into every case. Reach out NOW for your free consultation today.
We answer common questions about texting and driving accidents in NYC
If you need immediate medical attention, wait for an ambulance. If safe, exchange contact and insurance details with the other driver, call law enforcement, gather witness information, and take pictures of the scene, including the vehicles, injuries, road conditions, and anything that could support your claim.
Your attorney will gather evidence such as eyewitness statements, cell phone records, social media activity, and traffic camera footage to prove the other driver was texting.
Don’t accept any settlement, hire a lawyer. Insurance companies aim to minimize payouts, by approaching auto accident victims before they hire a lawyer so that they can get a substantial discount. That means you need to hire an attorney, so that your settlement is maximized.
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