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New York City Car Crash Attorneys Help Survivors File Wrongful Death Claims for Fatal Accidents

Losing a loved one in a fatal auto accident is a life-shattering event. When the accident that caused the death was the result of another’s negligence, the grief may be mixed with anger and a desire to learn what really happened.

If your loved one died in a car crash or other event that could have been caused by negligence, contact the Brooklyn lawyers at Proner & Proner to learn about your legal options and to find out whether you are eligible to file a wrongful death claim in NY. With many years of experience handling cases like yours, we know that obtaining a settlement helps get people through a terrible time. Not only does compensation remove a family’s financial worries, but it also provides a forum where the negligent party feels the consequences of his or her actions. There is no cost or obligation to contact us. Call or fill out the online contact form to schedule your appointment today.

Examples of the Fatal Auto Accident Cases We Handle in New York City

The firm handles wrongful death cases arising from car and other motor vehicle crashes caused by:

Drunk driving and driving under the influence of drugs.
Violating traffic rules such as speed limits and stop signs.
Backing up without checking.
Driving too fast for road conditions in bad weather.
Driving while using a cell phone or otherwise distracted.
Driving in the wrong lane or on the wrong side of the street.

These complicated cases require the plaintiffs to prove that the defendants were driving in a negligent way and knew (or should have known) that the actions were negligent. They require extensive testimony, discovery, and investigation of the facts. Proner & Proner in Brooklyn, NY has the experience, knowledge, and resources needed to build strong wrongful death cases. We employ skilled investigators and other experts who add value and information.

Removing the Anxiety About Legal Action in a New York Wrongful Death Case

In addition to having legal and technical knowledge, the firm’s lawyers are compassionate and caring. The attorneys at Proner & Proner know that a wrongful death claim can make those involved feel somber and stressed. They explain the legal process thoroughly and talk with prospective clients about the pros and cons of taking legal action after the death of a loved one.

Call the Experienced New York Fatal Car Accident Lawyers at Proner & Proner

Do not wait to learn about your rights after the death of a loved one in a New York City car crash. Find out about wrongful death law and eligibility for filing a lawsuit in NYC, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, or anywhere else in New York. Call or fill out the online contact form to schedule a free consultation.

Attorney Mitchell Proner serves clients throughout New York State and Connecticut. He also handles fatal auto accident cases throughout the United States.

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Motor Vehicle Accidents Verdicts & Settlements

Proner & Proner’s experienced car accident attorneys win big verdicts and settlements for seriously injured clients. In some cases, clients have won millions of dollars in compensation. Some of our major cases are listed below.

$5,100,00.00
Female, 43: Cyclist hit by truck
Our client was riding her bicycle when a truck was turning and came up onto the sidewalk. Our client went to back up and the truck struck her.
Injuries: Catastrophic injuries to entire right side of body below the waist resulting in amputation of the right leg and hind quarter; bladder rupture; multiple rib and spinal fractures
$4,300,000.00
Male, 63: Pedestrian hit by bus
Our client was crossing a street when a bus hit a car and the car spun and hit him.
Injuries: Traumatic brain injury; fractured shoulder
$3,300,000.00
Male: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Our client was struck as a pedestrian by a taxicab that was involved in an accident with a bus.
Injuries: Stroke, with quality of life after the accident greatly diminished
$2,600,000.00
Female, 45: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Crossing the street, our client was run over by a truck.
Injuries: Fractured skull and fractured right ankle, requiring surgery to head and leg
$2,600,000.00
Female, 49: Cyclist hit by truck
Our client was riding her bicycle when a truck was turning and came up onto the sidewalk - our client went to back up and the truck struck her.
Injuries: Cognitive deficiencies, behavioral changes, permanent disability
$1,500,000.00
Male, 38: Wrongful death
A man pulled over on the roadway to assist another vehicle in distress, and a tractor trailer struck him and his parked vehicle, resulting in his death.
Injuries: Wrongful death
$1,165,000.00
Female, 17: Vehicle collision
Our client was in a car driven by her sister that skidded on ice into oncoming traffic.
Injuries: Broken hip and a ruptured diaphragm
$1,100,000.00
Female, Female: Vehicle collided with guardrail
Two clients were injured in an accident that took place in 2003 when they were passengers in a car that hit a guardrail.
Injuries: The clients each sustained a broken wrist
$825,000.00
Female, 45: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Our client was a pedestrian hit by a left turning vehicle.
Injuries: Soft tissue injuries to neck, back and shoulder which required three surgeries
$800,000.00
Multiple Clients: Vehicle collision
Intersection accident with a van transporting handicapped adults.
Injuries: Broken ankle, closed head injury
$550,000.00
Female, 32: Vehicle collision
While making a left hand turn, our client was struck by another vehicle.
Injuries: Broken right wrist, three compound fractures on right ulna requiring surgery, mild traumatic brain injury
$550,000.00
Female, 21: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Our client was hit by car while on her way to work by a vehicle making a left hand turn.
Injuries: Comminuted left tibia and fibula fractures that required surgery
$371,275.00
Male, 47: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Our client was struck by a car while making a left hand turn.
Injuries: Broken pelvis, fractured sacrum
$350,000.00
Male, 31: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Defendant made illegal U-turn and struck our client.
Injuries: Dislocated shoulder; injury to iliotibial band and lateral aspect of the right knee
$325,000.00
Female, 42: Pedestrian hit by vehicle
Our client was hit by a car while crossing the street.
Injuries: Blood clots in abdomen, two broken ribs, compression fractures of spine
$300,000.00
Male: Vehicle collision
Our client was riding a scooter and was hit by a flat-bed tow truck.
$290,000.00
Male, 37: Vehicle collision
A traffic light was turning green for our client, when a woman ran full speed against the light and hit our client.
Injuries: Left ankle fracture which required open reduction and internal fixation. Fractured and broken nose
$270,000.00
Female, 55: Wrongful death
Our client’s husband was killed when a car drove into the driver’s side of the vehicle. Wrongful death.
$250,000.00
Male, 61 - Female, 62: Vehicle collision
Accident caused by police chase.
Injuries: Our client died as a result of her injuries, which included multiple fractures and massive bilateral extensive pulmonary with significant right ventricular strain.

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Mitchell Proner is an amazing and very experienced trial lawyer, who takes care of his clients. He represented me in a car accident case, kept me very informed during the lengthy legal process and got me the settlement that I expected. His friendly office staff was always willing to assist and answer any questions I had. I recommend Mitchell Proner to all my friends and family!

Besides being well versed and very knowledgeable about all aspects of my case it was simply a pleasure dealing with Mr. Proner and his colleagues at Proner and Proner. In a time of hardship Mr. Proner and the staff at Proner and Proner made it very easy for us to cope with all of the legal processes which we are not accustom to. I couldn't recommend a better group of people let alone an attorney as Mitchell Proner and the staff at Proner and Proner. Thank you again for all of your assistance.

Awesome experience, excellent service, very professional and fast resolving my case. My number one attorney - definitely recommended more than once. Thank you!