One driver was granted summary judgment in this rear-end collision case. The parties agreed to a high/low settlement range. The plaintiff claimed aggravation of a lumbar and cervical herniation and a tear of the shoulder. The defendant argued the plaintiff's disc injuries were from a later accident. The jury awarded $10,000.
A vehicle struck a pedestrian on a street in New York. The pedestrian allegedly sustained serious injuries and incurred economic loss. The case was filed in court, and the parties later settled their claims.
One driver was distracted by changing the radio station and rear-ended a stopped vehicle at a red light. This caused the stopped vehicle to strike a third vehicle. The passenger in the first stopped vehicle sustained injuries.
One driver alleged they were a passenger in a car when another vehicle negligently collided with them. As a result of the collision, the passenger sustained personal injuries and incurred medical expenses. The case was settled for an agreed-upon amount.
A minor passenger was injured when the vehicle they were in was stopped for traffic and struck from behind by another car. That car was then struck from behind by the defendant's vehicle, causing a chain reaction collision. The injured passenger sustained neck and back pain.
One driver was injured when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who caused the collision denied fault, claiming their vehicle skidded due to wet roads. The injured person sustained injuries to their spine. The parties settled the case.
A child was injured when the car they were riding in was stopped at a red light and hit from behind by another car. The child hit their head on the dashboard. The parties settled the case for $7,500.
A person riding a bicycle was hit by a taxi cab. The collision caused serious and permanent injuries, requiring hospitalization and medical treatment. The case was settled for $7,500.
One car rear-ended another on a road in Rockland County, New York. The driver of the car that was hit claimed to have sustained severe and permanent personal injuries, including injuries to her nervous system, pain, and loss of enjoyment of life. The parties settled the case for $7,500.
A child was injured while a passenger in a car that was stopped at a red light. The car was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle was found to be negligent for not paying attention and stopping in time. The child suffered injuries to their neck and shoulders.
A child was a passenger in a car that was stopped at a red light when it was hit from behind by another car. The child's family sued, claiming the driver who hit them was not paying attention and was driving too fast. The child suffered neck and back injuries. The case was settled for $7,000.
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.
FAQ
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.