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$45,000
Median from 151 cases
$150,000
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One driver was in a commercial van when another vehicle struck the car behind them, pushing it into the van. The van driver sustained serious injuries, including a shoulder tear and cervical issues. The case involved insurance coverage disputes and expert testimony regarding the cause of the injuries.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a Queens, New York street. The driver who was hit claimed serious injuries. The jury found the defendants responsible for the accident and awarded damages for the injured driver's losses.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person experienced neck, back, and knee injuries.
One driver was found liable for a rear-end collision. The injured driver claimed the crash caused a cervical herniation that resulted in permanent pain and limitations, even after surgery. The other driver argued the impact was minor and denied the injury, suggesting a later accident might have caused it. The jury awarded $500,000.
One driver was stopped when another car hit them from behind. A third car then hit the second car, pushing it into the first car. The first driver claimed injuries to their neck and back. The other drivers disputed the cause of the collision and the extent of the injuries.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The person in the struck vehicle sustained injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person received medical treatment for back injuries. The case resulted in a jury verdict for the plaintiff.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person sustained knee and spinal injuries. The case went to a jury.
A nurse who had recently given birth was a passenger in a car that was rear-ended by another vehicle. The passenger claimed she sustained serious injuries that prevented her from performing her usual daily activities for at least 90 days out of the first 180 days after the accident. The jury found in her favor and awarded damages for past and future pain and suffering, and lost wages.
One driver struck the back of another vehicle. The crash caused injuries. A jury awarded damages to the injured party.
One driver claimed the other driver hit them from behind. The injured driver said they had neck and back pain and headaches after the crash. The other driver said the impact was minor. The injured driver's treatment was interrupted for a period due to cost, but they later resumed treatment and received an award.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The collision caused injuries. The case went to a jury.
Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within New York.
Firms that have handled the most New York car accident cases in our data.
4 cases in New York
Median settlement
$68,500
3 cases in New York
Median settlement
$20,000
3 cases in New York
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$60,000
3 cases in New York
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$25,000
3 cases in New York
Median settlement
$185,000
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Get Your Free EstimateKey legal rules that affect how New York car accident claims are valued and resolved.
Pure Comparative Fault (No-Fault state)
3 years from the date of the accident
$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.
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.