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$45,000
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$150,000
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A rear-end collision occurred, causing injuries to the back and shoulder. The case involved expert testimony from an orthopedic surgeon and a diagnostic radiologist. The jury awarded damages for the injuries sustained.
One driver hit the back of another vehicle. The case involved a motor vehicle accident. The award was $200,000.
One driver stopped at a red light when their vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit sustained injuries to their lower back and right knee, requiring surgery and physical therapy. The jury found the defendant driver negligent.
One driver claimed the other driver hit them from behind. The injured driver had prior back issues and had been in previous accidents. The injured driver argued this crash worsened their condition, causing lasting pain. The other driver argued the prior injuries were the sole cause of any problems. The injured driver stated they had been symptom-free for years before this crash.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The person in the struck vehicle reported injuries to their back, knee, neck, and shoulder.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The collision caused a finger ligament tear for one of the drivers. The case went to trial and resulted in a plaintiff verdict.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The crash caused injuries. The case went to trial and the jury awarded damages.
A driver was involved in a three-car accident on a highway. The plaintiff alleged that a taxi rear-ended the vehicle behind him, causing it to hit his vehicle. He claimed injuries to his lower back. The defense argued the collision was minor and the injuries were pre-existing or exaggerated.
One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver hit them from behind. The driver who was hit claimed to have suffered a shoulder tear, neck and back injuries, and a head injury. The other driver argued the first driver stopped too suddenly. An arbitrator found the second driver fully at fault.
A car accident happened on a highway when one driver hit another vehicle from behind. The driver who was hit sued, claiming they suffered serious injuries. The other driver argued comparative negligence and other defenses. The court granted summary judgment on liability for the plaintiff. A jury later found the plaintiff sustained a significant limitation of a body function and awarded damages.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle, causing an injury. The case involved a motor vehicle accident.
One driver alleged they were stopped when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The collision caused injuries to the spine and right wrist. The defense claimed the plaintiff stopped suddenly. The case proceeded to trial on damages only.
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
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$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
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$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.