The most common car accident injuries are neck, back, head and shoulder injuries.

Motorcyclists have less protection, so injuries from motorcycle accidents tend to be more severe. Broken bones, internal injuries and paralysis are common following a motorcycle accident. Pedestrians or bicyclists who are hit by cars on the streets of Buffalo are equally unprotected and often suffer devastating trauma, such as brain injuries from striking the pavement, spinal cord damage, and even wrongful death.

Because car accident injuries are so common, New York State has special rules for auto injury cases. A person injured by a driver’s negligence can only pursue a personal injury claim if he or she has suffered a “serious injury.” New York State’s definition of a “serious injury” is complicated and describes several different types of injuries that are considered serious. The success or failure of a personal injury case often depends on:

the type of injury suffered,

how long it takes someone to heal, and

how the person’s daily life is affected.

These special rules for car accident cases are an important reason to consult an experienced car accident lawyer if you have been injured in a car wreck. A top Buffalo personal injury attorney will know whether an injury is likely to qualify as a serious injury in New York State and how best to proceed with a claim for damages against the person at fault.

How Much Is A Car Accident Case Worth In Western New York? There are several factors that determine the value of car accident cases. They include:

The amount of automobile insurance coverage available,

The extent of the injuries,

How much treatment is required for the injuries,

How much time is missed from work,

Who caused the accident.

All of these factors must be considered when determining the value of a personal injury claim.

While all these factors make each case unique, the amount of insurance available often has a strong impact on any auto accident injury settlement. New York State requires that every auto have personal injury coverage for a car accident. The lowest amount of coverage allowed is $25,000 per person injured and $50,000 per accident. This means that someone injured in a car accident caused by the driver of a vehicle with the minimum insurance may recover up to $25,000 from the insurance company. If there is more than one person injured, however, the total amount the insurance company has to pay to everyone combined is capped at $50,000.

Not all drivers carry the minimum levels of insurance. In some cases there may be millions of dollars in insurance available. This is usually the case when a commercial vehicle or truck caused the accident.

Sadly, sometimes the person at fault for the collision chose to buy cheap insurance and the coverage is limited. However, there are cases when it’s possible to pursue compensation through the uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage from your own auto insurance policy. This is special insurance that you can purchase to protect yourself if the driver who injured you does not have enough insurance to pay for your injuries in a car accident.

Hiring an experienced auto accident attorney can help you understand what your case is worth. It also gives you an experienced negotiator who will deal with the insurance company and defense attorneys to get you the maximum settlement. Attorney Steve Boyd has 20 years of experience evaluating client’s injuries and fighting to get injured people the full settlement they deserve.