Poughkeepsie Car Accident Personal Injury Lawyer

An auto accident can impose significant financial strains, often amounting to tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars, and can greatly affect your long-term health and quality of life. At Mainetti & Mainetti, our team has decades of experience fighting for the rights of auto accident victims. We offer free consultations at our Poughkeepsie, NY office in Dutchess County.

It’s important to know that no-fault insurance can cover up to $50,000 for medical expenses and lost wages, regardless of who was at fault in the accident.

If you or a passenger are able, it’s crucial to take as many photos as possible at the accident scene. This includes capturing the positions of the vehicles, any marks or debris, and the general context of the scene. However, if you’re injured, your safety should be your top priority—don’t risk further harm to gather evidence. The police will gather statements from everyone involved and may assess the scene to determine fault.

Promptly seeing a doctor is essential, even if your injuries seem minor, as some injuries can worsen over time and may only be identified after the statute of limitations has passed.

If you have suffered serious injuries, the at-fault party’s insurance company might try to minimize your compensation. Contact us at 845-404-1700 for a free consultation as soon as possible. Insurance companies may use various tactics to reduce what you are owed and are not obligated to treat you fairly. Additionally, avoid discussing your condition on social media, as it may be used against you in legal proceedings.

After A Crash, We Push Back Against Car Insurance Companies

Car crashes can cause extensive medical, financial, and emotional harm to victims. When negligence by another party is involved, it’s crucial to hold them accountable. Common forms of negligence include texting while driving, failing to yield the right of way, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and breaking traffic laws such as running stop signs or red lights. Other negligent behaviors include driving without paying full attention, making sudden stops, or failing to use signals and other critical vehicle equipment properly.

Accidents involving commercial vehicles often carry higher stakes. While insurance may quickly settle smaller claims involving individual drivers, larger claims can exceed personal insurance limits. Commercial vehicle cases usually involve more comprehensive insurance coverage, which can provide greater compensation for victims. However, this increased coverage also means facing stronger opposition, making it essential to have a legal team capable of providing the necessary documentation and expertise to support your claim and counter the defense’s efforts.

In drunk driving accidents, liability is not automatically determined, even if the driver is convicted of a DUI under New York law. Victims must still prove their lack of fault and pursue compensation. For hit-and-run accidents, where the responsible driver flees the scene, victims may need to seek compensation through their own insurance. Regardless of the situation, our team is prepared to guide you through the process, ensuring that you file the proper documentation and secure the best possible outcome.

An Overview of Dutchess County Car Crashes

In Dutchess County last year, there were 7,305 car accidents. Of these, approximately 0.3% resulted in fatalities, 6% caused moderate to serious injuries, and 15% led to minor injuries. Most accidents occurred between 3 and 6 PM, with Fridays being the day with the highest number of crashes. The primary causes were distracted or inattentive driving, encounters with deer and other animals, failure to yield, tailgating, speeding, and slippery road conditions. Specific accident figures included 1,317 incidents in the Town of Poughkeepsie, 1,022 in the City of Poughkeepsie, 777 in East Fishkill, and 567 in LaGrange.

Since 2020, there have been roughly 220 drunk driving crashes in Dutchess County every year, and roughly 80 personal injuries caused by drunk driving annually.