What Does Filing a Police Report Do After an Accident?

Are Car Accident Police Reports Mandatory? | O’Connor and Partners

When you are involved in a car accident in New York, one of the first things you should do (assuming you are physically able to do so) is call 911. When you call 911, the dispatcher will send a police officer to the scene. Typically, the responding officer will prepare a police report, and in […]

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How Long Does an Insurance Adjuster Have to Respond?

What Is the Insurance Process in New York? | O’Connor and Partners

When you file an insurance claim after a car accident in New York, you expect the insurance company to handle your claim in good faith. This is especially true given that in most cases you are filing a “no-fault” claim with your own insurance company. But, once you file your claim, you may find that […]

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What If I Don’t Agree With the Insurance Adjuster?

Insurance Settlement Disputes | O'Connor and Partners

For many people, dealing with an insurance company after a car accident can be almost as stressful as the accident itself. While you would like to rely on insurance adjusters to do the right thing, you may rightfully have concerns that your best interests are not their top priority. As your claim progresses, your concerns […]

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Can Whiplash Cause Permanent Damage?

Does Whiplash Cause Permanent Damage? | O'Connor and Partners

Whiplash is among the most common injuries that drivers and passengers sustain in vehicle collisions. When a car, truck, or SUV stops abruptly or gets hit from behind, the forces involved can cause drivers’ and passengers’ heads to move forward and then snap back suddenly. This can cause damage to the nerves and tissue in […]

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Can You Make an Insurance Claim Without a Police Report?

Police Reports and Accident Claims | O'Connor and Partners, PLLC

When you are involved in a car accident, you need evidence in order to file a successful claim with your insurance company. You need evidence that you were involved in an accident; you need evidence that your vehicle damage and injuries resulted from the accident; and, in order to pursue a fault-based claim, you need […]

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Who Is At Fault for a Multi-Car Accident?

Fault in Crashes with Multiple Vehicles | O'Connor and Partners

When you are seriously injured in a multi-car accident, recovering your losses starts with determining who was at fault for the collision. However, depending on the circumstances involved, this can be easier said than done. Determining liability for a multi-car accident requires a comprehensive investigation. It is also important to know that one or more […]

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