Queens Intersection Car Accident Lawyer
Busy intersections like the ones you’ll find along Northern and Woodhaven Boulevards are among the most dangerous places for car accidents in New York City. With heavy traffic, complicated traffic patterns, and a wide range of bicyclists, pedestrians, drivers, and buses sharing the road, crashes can happen at any time – and the consequences can be life-altering.
The experienced intersection car accident attorneys at The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. are dedicated to protecting the rights of Queens car accident victims as they pursue justice for their injuries. We’ll fight to demand maximum compensation while you focus on recovery. Contact us today to learn more in a free consultation.
Types of Intersection Accidents
There are many ways a car accident at an intersection can occur. Some of the most common include:
- T-bone accidents – Because intersections involve vehicles traveling in different directions crossing paths, the potential for a T-bone (or side-impact) crash is significant. These accidents occur when one vehicle slams into the side of another. The lack of protection on the side of a car can lead to catastrophic injuries in these collisions.
- Rear-end collisions – Changing traffic lights can cause drivers to stop suddenly at intersections, particularly at short yellow lights like you’ll find along Jamaica Avenue. Distracted or tailgating drivers may not react in time, causing a rear-end collision.
- Head-on collisions – When drivers run red lights or drift into oncoming lanes at major intersections, they may collide head-on.
- Left-turn accidents – Many intersection accidents happen when drivers fail to yield or misjudge oncoming traffic when turning left.
- Pedestrian and cyclist accidents – Bicycle and foot traffic is heavy throughout Queens, which means it’s more common for car accidents at intersections to involve them. Injuries in these car crashes are often devastating.
Common Causes of Intersection Accidents
Queens drivers face nearly every sort of challenge imaginable on the roadways, whether it’s rush-hour traffic on the LIE, crowded neighborhood streets in Astoria, or the complicated and often confusing traffic patterns you’ll find all around the borough. These challenges all present many opportunities for collisions. Some common causes of those accidents include:
- Running red lights or stop signs – When a driver ignores traffic signals, the risk of an accident skyrockets. Other drivers can’t predict this dangerous behavior and find themselves in a collision before they can react.
- Failure to yield – Failing to yield to oncoming traffic or pedestrians in crosswalks is a frequent cause of crashes in intersections throughout Queens.
- Distracted driving – Drivers are more distracted now than ever, whether it’s by GPS devices, smartphones, or passengers. When they’re distracted as they enter an intersection, the results can be deadly.
- Speeding – Other drivers can misjudge how much time they have to cross an intersection when a driver is speeding, which is a common occurrence at intersections due to people trying to beat traffic lights.
- Impaired driving – Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol severely impairs reaction time and decision-making, which can easily cause severe accidents, particularly at busy intersections.
All of these causes are examples of driver negligence. If you suffered injuries in an accident for any of these reasons, you may have a valid claim to compensation from the at-fault driver. Our experienced intersection car accident attorneys can help determine whether someone’s negligence contributed to your collision and work to hold them accountable.
Who Is Liable in an Intersection Crash?
Determining liability in a car accident at an intersection can be complicated, particularly in a densely populated place like Queens. New York is a no-fault insurance state, which means your own auto insurance may cover medical expenses and a portion of your lost wages regardless of fault. However, if your injuries are severe or your losses exceed your own policy limits, you may pursue a personal injury claim against the at-fault party.
Intersection car accident fault typically falls on one or more of the following:
- Other drivers – If a driver ran a red light, wasn’t paying attention, was driving drunk, or was otherwise negligent when the crash occurred, they may be held responsible.
- Pedestrians or cyclists – Pedestrians and cyclists must obey traffic laws just like drivers. When they fail to do that and cause an accident, it may be considered negligence.
- Government agencies – Poorly maintained roads, unclear signage, and broken traffic lights can easily cause accidents. When they do, a government agency or contractor may be responsible.
- Multiple parties – Intersection car accident fault can be shared by various people or entities at once, which can make pursuing a personal injury claim significantly more complicated.
An experienced personal injury attorney can thoroughly investigate the intersection collision and gather evidence to determine all potential at-fault parties and hold them accountable. Evidence such as traffic camera footage, the police report, physical evidence from the accident scene, eyewitness statements, and accident reconstruction expert testimony can all help establish liability.
How The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. Can Help with Your Case
Seeking the compensation you deserve in an intersection car accident claim can require the help of a seasoned personal injury attorney. When you choose the team at The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. to represent you, we can help by:
Taking on the Burden for You
Car accident claims are complicated and challenging to pursue on your own, particularly when you’re recovering from an injury. We can take on that burden for you, allowing you to focus on recovery while we build your personal injury case and fight for maximum compensation.
Offering Personalized Attention
You’re not just another file in the folder when we represent you. We intentionally keep a smaller caseload so that every single client gets the personalized attention and compassionate legal services they deserve.
Providing Tenacious Representation
Seeking the accountability and fair compensation you deserve can require aggressive advocacy. We know how to counter insurance company tactics designed to weaken your claim and minimize your payout – and we won’t back down to them when it comes time to negotiate.
Charging No Fees Unless We Win
You should never have to worry about risking further financial distress to get the representation you need. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay us a penny in attorney’s fees unless we win your case.
Get in Touch with Our Queens Car Accident Attorneys
If you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident in an intersection, you need a skilled car accident attorney to protect your rights. The team at The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. offers the legal guidance and aggressive advocacy you need to demand the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for your free consultation to get started.