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New York Settlement Data

292 New York car accident cases analyzed. Here's what they resolved for.

Real settlement and verdict data from New York. Broken down by injury type, county, and outcome—so you know what to expect.

292+
Cases Analyzed
$100,000
Median Outcome
$25K $353K
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New York Settlements by Injury Type

How New York case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (52%)

$45,000

Median from 151 cases

Verdicts (48%)

$150,000

Median from 141 cases

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New York Case Results

Browse all New York car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

Showing 112 of 20+ cases

Settlement
$1,580,000

A car turned left and hit a bicycle that had the right-of-way in a crosswalk. The cyclist was thrown from the bike and sustained severe injuries. The cyclist claimed the driver was negligent. The case was settled.

New York County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$750,000

A pedestrian was struck by an unidentified vehicle in an intersection. The collision caused fatal injuries. The pedestrian's estate filed a lawsuit against the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation. The jury found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded damages for wrongful death.

Kings County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$750,000

A pedestrian was struck by an unknown hit-and-run driver. The pedestrian sustained fatal head and pelvic injuries. The plaintiff argued the insurer was responsible for damages. The defense claimed the pedestrian was partially at fault. A jury awarded $750,000, which was later modified to $50,000 based on insurance law limits.

Kings County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$326,000

A pedestrian was shopping inside a store when a vehicle that had been involved in a collision outside jumped the curb and entered the store, causing debris to fall on the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained soft tissue injuries, including disc herniations and a disc bulge. The jury found both drivers negligent, but only one driver's negligence caused the pedestrian's injuries. The jury awarded damages for past and future pain and suffering, and past medical expenses.

Bronx County • 2013
Verdict-Plaintiff
$200,000

A woman was struck by a taxi in Manhattan. She claimed injuries to her back, knees, and neck. The taxi driver's owner was sued for negligence. The woman alleged the taxi driver resumed driving while blocking a crosswalk, causing her to fall onto the taxi's hood and get pinned between the taxi and a van. The defense claimed minimal contact occurred and injuries were pre-existing. The jury found the taxi liable and the woman sustained a serious injury.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$60,000

A young boy was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn. He was diagnosed with a fractured ankle and underwent extensive physical therapy. The jury awarded him damages for pain and suffering. The collectible amount was limited by insurance policy coverage.

Kings County • 2010
Verdict-Plaintiff
$60,000

A person was walking across the street when they were struck by a car that left the scene. The injured person sued the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation for injuries to their right knee, which required surgery and resulted in permanent damage. The jury found the defendant liable.

Kings County • 2009
Verdict-Plaintiff
$50,000

A pedestrian was walking at an intersection when he was struck by an unidentified driver who fled the scene. The pedestrian claimed injuries including an eye socket fracture, soft tissue injuries, and broken teeth. The defendant argued that the pedestrian did not suffer the claimed injuries. The jury awarded damages, which were then reduced to the fund limit.

Bronx County • 2009
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,600

A 69-year-old woman was crossing the street with a green light when a passing vehicle caused her to lose her balance. She fell and injured her knee. The vehicle did not stop.

Kings County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$30,000

An elderly man was walking across the street when he was hit by a vehicle that then left the scene. He had injuries to his shoulder, neck, and back. The defense argued his injuries were not new, but the jury found in his favor.

Dallas County • 2025
Settlement
$25,000

A child was crossing the street in a crosswalk when a vehicle struck them and then left the scene. The child sustained several injuries, including fractures and a chipped tooth. The case was settled for $25,000.

Kings County • 2020
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State Law

New York Car Accident Law: What You Need to Know

Key legal rules that affect how New York car accident claims are valued and resolved.

Fault System

Pure Comparative Fault (No-Fault state)

Statute of Limitations

3 years from the date of the accident

Minimum Liability

$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident / $10,000 property damage

New York is a no-fault state—your own insurance covers your medical expenses and lost wages up to your PIP limit regardless of who caused the accident.

To sue the at-fault driver, your injuries must meet the ‘serious injury’ threshold, which includes significant disfigurement, bone fractures, or permanent limitation of a body function.

New York uses pure comparative fault—you can recover damages even if you were partially at fault, reduced by your share of responsibility.

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New York Car Accident Settlement FAQs

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Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Every case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Always consult with a qualified New York attorney for guidance specific to your situation.