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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.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$400,000

A rear-end collision occurred involving two vehicles. The injured person sustained a knee injury as a result of the crash. The case went to trial and resulted in a plaintiff verdict.

Dallas County • 2017
Settlement
$375,000

One driver was struck in the rear by another vehicle. The injured driver, a construction worker, claimed knee injuries and a back herniation. The other driver argued the injuries were work-related. The case settled before trial.

Nassau County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$360,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle at an intersection in New York City. The driver and a passenger in the struck vehicle claimed injuries to their necks and backs. The case proceeded without a response from the defendant, leading to a summary judgment on liability. A subsequent inquest resulted in a verdict for the plaintiffs.

New York County • 2011
Settlement
$350,000

One driver was struck from behind by another driver. The injured driver claimed a neck injury requiring surgery and a back injury treated conservatively. The injured driver stated they would have permanent pain and weakness, preventing a return to their previous job. The other driver argued the injured driver could find other work. The case was settled before trial.

Nassau County • 2002
Settlement
$350,000

One driver was stopped when the other driver hit them from behind. The injured driver had prior back issues and claimed the collision aggravated them, leading to surgery years later. The other driver argued the surgery was not caused by the accident. The injured driver returned to work.

Kings County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$350,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when another driver attempted to pass a tractor-trailer and struck the stopped driver's car from behind. The impact pushed the first car into the vehicle in front of it. The injured driver suffered a shoulder tear and herniated discs in his neck and back. He missed four months of work and experienced permanent pain and limitations.

Bronx County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$345,000

One driver rear-ended another driver's vehicle while it was stopped in traffic. The first driver claimed the second driver was negligent for following too closely and driving too fast. The second driver argued the first driver's own actions caused the accident. A jury found the accident was a substantial factor in causing injuries and awarded damages for past and future pain and suffering.

Suffolk County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$305,000

One driver rear-ended another at a stop light. The first driver claimed injuries including a fractured nose and back problems with herniated discs. Surgeries were performed on the nose and back. The other driver argued the injuries were due to surgical incompetence and disputed the back injury diagnosis.

Nassau County • 1998
Verdict-Plaintiff
$305,000

A car was hit from behind while moving slowly on a highway. The driver and a passenger claimed they suffered serious injuries due to the other driver's negligence. The court granted summary judgment on liability to the plaintiffs. A jury later awarded damages to one of the passengers.

Queens 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

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.