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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
Typical Range
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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 181192 of 224+ cases

Verdict-Defense
$17,356

One vehicle rear-ended another vehicle. The owner of the first vehicle had an insurance policy for collision loss. The insurance company paid the owner for property damage and then filed a lawsuit against the driver of the second vehicle to recover the money paid. The second vehicle's driver denied the allegations and raised several defenses. The parties later agreed to dismiss the case.

Dutchess County • 2022
Settlement
$16,500

A passenger was injured when the vehicle they were in was hit from behind. The driver of the second vehicle was behind the first vehicle and struck it when the first vehicle slowed down for a traffic signal. The passenger sustained injuries to their neck and back.

Nassau County • 2020
Settlement
$15,000

A child was injured when the car they were riding in was hit from behind by another car. The child's car had slowed for traffic when the other car struck it. The child sustained injuries to their back and arm. The case was settled.

Suffolk County • 2021
Settlement
$15,000

A passenger in a stopped vehicle was injured when the vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The collision occurred at a red light. The passenger sustained injuries including a neck sprain. The case was settled.

Nassau County • 2021
Settlement
$15,000

A passenger was injured when the vehicle they were in was struck from behind. The defendant's vehicle then hit the plaintiff's vehicle, and was subsequently hit by a third vehicle. The plaintiff claimed the defendant was negligent in several ways, leading to injuries including a fractured shoulder, wrist pain, and rib pain.

Bronx County • 2021
Settlement
$15,000

A passenger was injured when the vehicle they were in was stopped at an intersection and struck from behind by another car. The passenger sued the driver of the striking vehicle, alleging negligence. The defendant denied fault and claimed the host driver was responsible. The parties later settled the case.

Kings County • 2019
Settlement
$15,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured driver had a prior neck condition and claimed the accident aggravated it, leading to pain and surgeries. The other driver argued the injured driver had ongoing complaints and a surgery recommendation before the accident. The case settled before the defense presented its doctor.

Nassau County • 2013
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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

Answers based on real New York case data and state law.

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.