Legal Question in Traffic Law in New York

Re: accident liability

Generally speaking, the person driving the car that was behind is responsible for the accident. However, the owner of the car that you were driving should notify his/her insurance company. If the other driver sues you, the insurance company will provide you with a lawyer at its expense. If you were injured in the accident, you will have to retain your own lawyer. However, lawyers such as myself take these cases on a contingency basis. If you want to discuss a possible personal injury case, you may contact my office at 212-622-7180.

Re: accident liability

The insurance company of the car that you were driving is obligated to provide you a defense and indemnification...because the insurance runs with the car, not the driver. Be certain that the insurance company is notified or knows about it otherwise it may disclaim coverage. Also, in the event that you get sued, be reminded that you should turn the summons and complaint over to the owner's insurance company immediately.

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Good Luck.

RRG