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Auto Accidents in New York

A car accident can turn your life upside down, leaving you with medical bills, lost income, and ongoing pain. Whether your crash was caused by a distracted driver, poor road conditions, or reckless behavior, you have the right to seek compensation.

At Small Law Firm, we help injured drivers, passengers, and pedestrians navigate New York’s complex insurance laws and fight for the compensation they deserve.

Understanding Auto Accidents & Your Legal Rights

New York is a no-fault insurance state, meaning that your own insurance covers medical bills and lost wages—regardless of who caused the accident. However, if you suffer a serious injury, you may be eligible to file a claim against the at-fault driver.

Types of Accidents We Handle

Car accidents – Collisions involving distracted, reckless, or negligent drivers.
Truck accidents – High-impact crashes with commercial trucks and tractor-trailers.
Motorcycle accidents – Injuries caused by drivers failing to share the road safely.
Bus accidents – Public and private transit collisions leading to serious injuries.

Common Causes of Auto Accidents

Distracted driving – Texting, phone use, or inattention behind the wheel.
Speeding & reckless driving – Aggressive or careless drivers create serious hazards.
Driving under the influence – Alcohol and drug impairment significantly increase accident risks.
Poor road & weather conditions – Unsafe roads and hazardous weather can lead to preventable crashes.

Why Choose Small Law Firm for Your Auto Accident Case?

If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, you need a dedicated legal team to fight for your best interests. Here’s why people trust Small Law Firm:

Personalized Attention: Every client receives individualized care and direct legal guidance.
Decades of Experience: Handling auto accident cases across New York State for over 25 years.
Proven Results: Over $100 million in settlements recovered for our clients.
No Upfront Costs: You pay nothing unless we win your case.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car, truck, motorcycle, or bus accident, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a free case review and take the first step toward recovery.

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FAQ

Seek medical attention, report the accident to the police, and document the scene.

New York follows a “comparative negligence” rule, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you share some blame for the accident.

This may include medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Yes, New York law typically requires auto accident lawsuits to be filed within three years of the date of the accident.

We’ll review your case for free to determine your options.

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What our customers say

Attorney Craig Small not only returns phone calls, but he got me a settlement in a record amount of time. So refreshing to deal with a lawyer who treats me like an equally intelligent adult, instead of condescendingly talking down to me like most lawyers do. I highly recommend this law firm and will use them again.

M.Y.

Hands down best injury lawyer around very personal and friendly, you don’t speak to a whole bunch of people regarding your case Craig speaks directly to their clients!! Both are excellent !! Still thinking of their clients months after the case settled

E.S.

Attorney Craig Small not only returns phone calls, but he got me a settlement in a record amount of time. So refreshing to deal with a lawyer who treats me like an equally intelligent adult, instead of condescendingly talking down to me like most lawyers do. I highly recommend this law firm and will use them again.

M.Y.

Small law firm cares about their clients. They have treated me like I was a member of their own family. Getting through the entire process of courts and doctors was very easy with them being with me every step of the way and helping me to feel comfortable at every step

M.D.

The people at Small Law Firm helped me deal with a situation following my getting hit by a car while on my bicycle by a person who was distracted. They were attentive, professional, and caring in their approach. I always felt they had my best interests in mind as they counseled and guided me through the very personal journey of getting restitution.

C.L.

The greatest firm hands down. Craig and his team are compassionate and understanding and professional. They tell you what they can do and deliver!!!

D.S.

I have been helped by this firm several times. Not just for my accident cases, but with other legal matters as well. They are attentive to your needs and go above and beyond to make sure you are totally taken care of. Even after my cases were settled, they reached out to me just to say hello and to see how I was doing. I would highly recommend this law firm. Thanks for all you do

K.A.

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