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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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Settlement
$5,349

One driver allegedly struck the rear of another vehicle stopped at a red light. This caused the second vehicle to collide with a third vehicle. The first driver's insurer paid a settlement to the second vehicle's insurer and owner.

Suffolk County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$5,000

One driver and a passenger were in a vehicle stopped at an intersection when the other driver struck them from behind. The passenger sustained injuries including a concussion, cervical and lumbar disc displacement, and a shoulder tear. The driver suffered a disc bulge in his lower back. The jury found the passenger suffered a significant injury and awarded damages, but found the driver did not sustain a significant injury.

Queens County • 2019
Settlement
$5,000

A passenger in a stopped vehicle was injured when the vehicle was hit from behind. The driver of the second vehicle was allegedly not paying attention and failed to stop. The passenger sustained injuries to their neck and back.

Kings County • 2021
Settlement
$5,000

A passenger in a stopped car was injured when the car was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle was accused of several driving errors, including following too closely and failing to pay attention. The passenger sustained injuries to their neck and back. The case was settled.

Nassau County • 2021
Settlement
$4,500

A passenger in a vehicle was injured when the vehicle they were in was stopped at a traffic light and struck from behind. The driver of the second vehicle was found to be at fault for not paying attention and maintaining a safe distance. The passenger sustained soft tissue injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder.

Queens County • 2019
Settlement
$3,000

One driver's vehicle was stopped at an intersection when the other driver's vehicle rear-ended it. The passenger in the first vehicle sustained injuries. The parties settled the case.

Westchester County • 2020
Settlement
$2,500

A taxi cab carrying a minor passenger was stopped at a traffic light when it was hit from behind by another vehicle. The collision caused the minor to suffer injuries, including a sprain or strain to the neck and spine.

Bronx County • 2019
Settlement
$2,500

One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. That second vehicle had been struck by the defendant's vehicle. The collision caused the first vehicle to be pushed forward into the vehicle in front of it. The minor passenger in the first vehicle sustained injuries.

Nassau County • 2022
Settlement
$2,500

A mother's vehicle, carrying her child in a booster seat, was stopped at an intersection when it was hit from behind by another vehicle. The child sustained injuries to her spine and ribs. The parties settled the case for $2,500.

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.