Michael Brook: As usual, it's time for our weekly ten-minute conversation with Michael Brook, the head of the Bureau of Accident Investigations. Hello, Misha.
Alexander: Hello, dear listeners. As always, I wish everyone good health and hope you don't encounter any troubles. However, if, God forbid, you experience a car accident, trip and fall, or suffer an injury at work, the best course of action is to consult with a lawyer as quickly as possible. I can connect you with a lawyer who specializes in your specific situation at any time of day or night, any day of the week. Write down my mobile number and always keep it with you: 718-256-5610. You can call or send me a message at any time day or night, any day of the week.
Here's a common question: Who pays for the treatment of a pedestrian hit by a car in New York State while residing in New Jersey? This subject is quite relevant to many people. Please answer this.
Michael Brook: If the accident occurs within New York State, New York laws apply to everything, including covering medical treatment, which are slightly different compared to New Jersey. In this case, the pedestrian's medical costs would be covered by the insurance of the car that hit them. My lawyers correctly process and send all the necessary forms to insurance companies to cover medical expenses. After that, they begin legal proceedings against the person at fault in the accident to recover compensation for injuries sustained. This process can sometimes take time, and it may require court action. I connect you to lawyers who know how to win such cases in court. This is a guarantee of success because when the insurer sees that a lawyer who has repeatedly won cases is against them, they offer a larger settlement to avoid extra costs. If they see a lawyer who never goes to court, just tries to negotiate with an insurance company, they offer less as they assume court action won't happen. So, if such a thing happens to you, call me as quickly as possible at 718-256-5610.
An attorney will immediately answer similar questions regarding medical expenses, lost work time, and any other costs. You'll be fully assured that you won't be out of money due to an injury. For instance, I had a similar case in New York where a pedestrian was hit by a car, resulting in a severe leg fracture requiring surgery. My lawyer secured $50,000 for medical expenses from the responsible party's insurance. Additionally, he received another $25,000 from them which was the maximum on their policy as it was an old car with minimal personal property. In two months, the attorney obtained this amount, and within a year, he further secured $400,000 from the pedestrian's policy, which had extensive coverage called "under-insured motorist." This sum compensated the shortfall from the at-fault party's insurance. So, if such an event occurs, my lawyers will try every avenue to get you the maximum settlement.
Again, my number is 718-256-5610. Keep my mobile number handy. If you type my number 718-256-5610 on the Internet right now, you'll access my website and even download my contact information so that you always have it at hand.
Thanks, as always, for your thorough answer. Let's hear from Maria now. Maria, please.
Maria: Hello Michael, I have a question. We stopped briefly to drop off passengers and unload items from the car, blocking someone's driveway in the process. Suddenly, a car backed out and crashed right into us. When the police arrived, they said the incident happened because we were blocking the driveway and they didn't expect it. Does this place any fault on my husband, who was driving, and can it be proven who is at fault in such situations? Could you help us with that?
Michael Brook: The key issue here is less about your husband's culpability and more about whether there were any injuries. If there are injured parties, the attorney can focus on holding the other driver accountable.
Any driver backing out of a driveway must ensure the safety of pedestrians, other vehicles, and so forth. The entire responsibility lies with them, and any accident becomes their liability. If the driver couldn't see, regulations state they should seek help but should not cause an accident.
Your stopping in the area, either sitting or unloading items, does not justify their action of crashing into you. If there were any injuries to you or your husband, I will provide a lawyer to address the claim against the driver and secure compensation from their insurance for the damages to your health.
I had a comparable case where individuals parked in a driveway, only for the garage's driver, without looking, to reverse into their car. They had my lawyer who then procured $50,000 for them collectively from the liable party's insurance. So, if something analogous occurs, I can refer you to this attorney. Once again, my contact is 718-256-5610.
Ruslan: Michael, I fell while on a pedestrian crossing, hitting a pothole near the Long Island Hospital, resulting in a broken collarbone. What can I do in this situation? My friends have told me these road incident cases are usually complex. Is that true?
Michael Brook: Yes, I am aware of this pothole. Crossing at that spot can indeed be dangerous. Most probably, the municipality owns the land with this defect. To legally pursue a claim against the city, one must prove prior knowledge of the defect. Unlike sidewalk incidents, these are more challenging to substantiate on roadways. You need comprehensive data, showing others have fallen there too, thereby proving the city’s awareness of this hazard.
For such specifics, I refer cases to Alan Ripco, a lawyer specializing in city lawsuits. He successfully settled a similar case for $150,000 and I am confident he will secure a substantial payment given your heavy injury. If you call my number 718-256-5610, I'll connect you to an attorney adept at managing your precise scenario. This will ensure that your lawyer will address your case resourcefully and secure the utmost compensation for you.
Again, my number is 718-256-5610. If you type it on the Internet immediately, you'll arrive at my website where useful information awaits, and you can download my contact card to keep all this information readily available. You can call or text this number any time, night or day, any day of the week, and I will always connect you with a lawyer ready to tackle your specific situation. If your health has suffered in any incident or accident, call me instantly and I will ensure a lawyer takes over your case with dedication. Thank you.