Causes of Car Accidents in New York City

Car Accidents are one of our nation’s least-discussed epidemics. Every year, motor vehicle accidents kill nearly 43,000 people in the United States and injure tens of thousands more. Tragically, most car accidents are preventable. If not for the carelessness of one of the drivers involved, most accidents would never have happened.

Proner & Proner is experienced in representing victims of motor vehicle accidents. We have obtained millions of dollars in compensation for motor vehicle accident victims and their families. Contact us to see how we can help you.

Causes and Types of NYC Car Accidents

Car accidents usually involve human error. Drivers may be speeding, distracted, tired or just ignoring the rules of the road.

But there are also hidden causes of accidents—even when only one driver is involved. Defective car parts, faulty roadway design and poor road maintenance can all be very dangerous. Even if an accident seems like your fault, you may have a claim against someone because of these hidden dangers.

That is why consulting an experienced car accident attorney is so important. They may advise a careful investigation and reconstruction of a car accident.

The following is a list of some of the most common causes of accidents.

• Faulty roadway design
• Poor maintenance
• Speeding
• Distraction, including mobile phone calls and texting
• Fatigue
• Alcohol & drug use
• Aggressive driving
• Pedestrian knockdown
• Faulty roadway design
• Faulty traffic flow devices
• Ignoring road rules
• Failure to adapt to weather conditions
• SUV rollover
• Automobile design defects
• Inexperience
• Police chases
• SUV rollover
• Automobile design defects
• Commercial vehicles
• Unsafe work practices
• Bicycle accidents
• Defective auto parts and products
• Collisions with emergency vehicles and trains
• Lack of driver training
• Poor operating procedures / lack of adherence to procedures

Contact Our Experienced NYC Car Accident Attorneys Today

We work hard for the victims of car accidents and their families. Contact us if you or a loved one has been involved in any kind of motor vehicle accident in New York. We will give you a free initial consultation and advise you on how to proceed.