Auto Accidents
Seasoned Long Island Auto Accident Attorneys
Comprehensive representation focused on full compensation for injured clients across the five boroughs, Suffolk and Nassau Counties. Over 40 years of experience.
Why Choose Licatesi Law Group
Over 40 years of experience recovering maximum compensation for auto accident victims
$100+ Million Recovered
Track record of recovering over $100 million in compensation for injured clients throughout our 40+ year history.
Dual-Track Strategy
We file your no-fault claim while simultaneously building your serious injury lawsuit to maximize total recovery.
No-Fault Experts
Deep expertise in New York's complex no-fault system ensures you receive every dollar of benefits you're entitled to.
Million Dollar Results
Multiple million-dollar verdicts and settlements for auto accident victims, including $1.77M, $1.6M, and $1.25M recoveries.
No Fee Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Free consultation. Available 24/7.
Although New York City traffic deaths have declined under the Vision Zero initiative, motor vehicle accidents remain a major source of serious injury and wrongful death. When you're hurt in a crash, you face medical treatment, missed work, rehabilitation, and emotional stress. Insurance adjusters will try to limit their company's losses, but the attorneys at Licatesi Law Group, LLP are ready to fight for your full compensation.
Experience with a wide range of motor vehicle accident scenarios
When choosing an attorney, consider their experience with cases similar to yours. Licatesi Law Group has a track record of success in various motor vehicle accidents involving:
Vehicle Types
- • Passenger cars
- • Commercial trucks
- • Motorcycles
- • Injured pedestrians
- • At-fault taxis, limousines, and rideshare drivers
- • Public transportation
Locations
We have handled cases on dangerous streets throughout NYC, Nassau County, and Long Island, including intersection and high-speed crashes.
Most Dangerous Roads and Intersections in NYC & Long Island
Our attorneys have represented victims of serious auto accidents at these high-risk locations throughout New York. If you were injured at any of these dangerous roads or intersections, contact us immediately.
Manhattan
- • FDR Drive (multiple fatalities annually)
- • West Side Highway / Route 9A
- • Broadway & Times Square area
- • Houston Street corridor
- • 2nd Avenue & 3rd Avenue
Queens
- • Queens Boulevard ("Boulevard of Death")
- • Grand Central Parkway
- • Jackie Robinson Parkway
- • Northern Boulevard / Route 25A
- • Hillside Avenue intersections
Brooklyn
- • Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE)
- • Atlantic Avenue corridor
- • Flatbush Avenue intersections
- • Belt Parkway
- • Ocean Parkway
Bronx
- • Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95)
- • Major Deegan Expressway (I-87)
- • Bruckner Expressway (I-278)
- • Grand Concourse intersections
- • Pelham Parkway
Staten Island
- • Staten Island Expressway (I-278)
- • Hylan Boulevard
- • Victory Boulevard intersections
- • Richmond Avenue corridor
- • Forest Avenue
Long Island / Nassau
- • Long Island Expressway (LIE / I-495)
- • Northern State Parkway
- • Southern State Parkway
- • Hempstead Turnpike (Route 24)
- • Sunrise Highway (Route 27)
Injured in an accident at one of these locations? These dangerous roads and intersections have high accident rates due to poor design, inadequate signage, heavy traffic, and speeding. You may have claims against negligent drivers AND municipalities for dangerous road conditions. Call (516) 227-2662 for immediate consultation.
Proving liability in a serious injury car crash
Proving legal responsibility is crucial. We work with accident reconstruction experts to determine crash causes, including:
Driver Negligence
- • Speeding
- • Distracted driving
- • Reckless driving
- • Driving under the influence
- • Failing to yield right of way
- • Ignoring traffic signals
Other Factors
- • Defective auto parts
- • Unsafe roadway design
Proving the full extent of your injuries
Demonstrating the complete impact of injuries is vital. We focus on maximizing recovery for serious injuries such as:
- • Broken and crushed bones
- • Traumatic brain injuries
- • Neck, back, and spine injuries
- • Scarring and disfigurement
- • Loss of bodily function
Assistance with no-fault insurance claims
We specialize in resolving conflicts with insurance carriers, protecting clients from unfair claim practices. Our dual-track approach ensures you receive no-fault benefits while we build your serious injury lawsuit for maximum total compensation.
Proven Auto Accident Results
Over $18 million recovered in auto accident verdicts and settlements
Settlement at Mediation
Auto accident resulting in multiple disc herniations requiring percutaneous fluoroscopic-guided epidural treatment and lumbar fusion laminectomy.
Three-Car Collision Verdict
Plaintiff struck from behind on Hutchinson Parkway sustaining injuries to neck, back, and left shoulder requiring lumbar fusion and shoulder surgery.
Employment Accident Award
47 year old male involved in two-car accident during employment sustaining right shoulder impingement with surgery and multiple cervical and lumbar herniated discs requiring lower back surgery.
Verdict for Two Spinal Fusions
Victim stopped at red light on Route 112 in Medford when rear-ended, sustaining neck and shoulder injuries leading to two spinal fusions.
Million Dollar Verdict — Long Island
Suffolk County jury awarded $1,021,235 for auto accident exacerbating prior neck and back injuries requiring spinal surgery. Minimal $50,000 pre-trial offer.
Million Dollar Settlement
Plaintiff rear-ended causing herniated discs requiring anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF).
Settlement at Mediation
63-year-old rear-ended on Cross Island Parkway resulting in anterior cervical discectomy and permanently disabling her from work.
Elderly Plaintiff Settlement
69 year old female with underlying osteoporosis and preexisting spinal degeneration awarded for motor vehicle accident causing acute T12 fracture of her spine.
Rear-End Settlement
51 year old male rear-ended sustaining neck and back injuries, successfully resolved case within eighteen months.
Auto Accident Settlement
Hardworking individual's life changed after intersection accident with severe injuries requiring spine surgery, bringing significant emotional and financial hardship.
Arbitration Award — Passenger Injury
66 year old female passenger sustained right distal tibial pilon fracture, right lateral malleolus fracture both requiring open reduction internal fixation, and left knee medial meniscus tear requiring arthroscopic surgery.
Arbitration Herniation Award
Plaintiff sustained multiple disc herniations at L3-4, L4-5, L5-S1, T12-L1, L1-L2, L2-3, and C6-7 with ventral CSF impression requiring anterior cervical diskectomy at C6-7 with intervertebral implant and arthrodesis.
Head-On Collision Settlement
61 year old male involved in head-on collision exacerbating prior injuries resulting in one level cervical fusion and arthroscopic shoulder surgery.
Retired NYPD Detective Settlement
Retired NYPD Detective involved in rear-end accident received best possible settlement through passionate representation and considerate service.
Rear-End Verdict
55 year-old woman who underwent discectomy after being rear-ended at red light. Defendant argued minimal impact and pre-existing conditions. Last offer prior to trial was $12,500.
Rear-End Recovery
Rear-end collision causing lumbar herniations requiring surgery. Defendant contended claim should be extinguished due to subsequent collision years later. $1,000,000 policy.
Arbitration Award
58-year-old female with preexisting injuries awarded maximum recoverable amount of $500,000 at arbitration after motor vehicle accident.
These results represent actual verdicts and settlements obtained by Licatesi Law Group for auto accident victims. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique and evaluated on its own merits.
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Don't let insurance companies minimize your claim. Our experienced auto accident attorneys have recovered over $18 million for auto accident victims. Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
Auto Accident Lawyers Serving New York & New Jersey
We represent auto accident victims throughout the greater New York area and New Jersey
What to Do After an Auto Accident
Taking the right steps immediately after a crash protects your health and your legal rights
Ensure Safety & Call 911
Move to safety if possible. Call 911 immediately for police and ambulance. Document the scene with photos of all vehicles, damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and injuries (take 50-100 photos if possible).
Exchange Information
Get names, phone numbers, license plates, and insurance information from all drivers. Identify witnesses and get their contact information before they leave. Note any nearby surveillance cameras.
Seek Immediate Medical Care
Get medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine. Adrenaline masks pain and many injuries appear hours or days later. Delaying treatment gives insurance companies ammunition to deny your claim.
File No-Fault Claim Within 30 Days
You MUST file your no-fault insurance claim within 30 days of the accident or you'll lose up to $50,000 in benefits. This deadline is strictly enforced in New York.
Contact an Attorney Immediately
Insurance companies have lawyers protecting their interests from day one. You need experienced legal representation to protect your rights, preserve evidence, and maximize your recovery. Call (516) 227-2662 for a free consultation.
Don't Give Statements to Insurance
Do NOT give recorded statements to insurance companies, post on social media, or sign any medical authorizations without attorney review. Anything you say will be used to minimize your compensation.
⚠️ CRITICAL: Don't Admit Fault
Never say "I'm sorry" or admit fault at the accident scene, even if you think you caused the crash. Fault is a complex legal determination that requires investigation of all factors including road conditions, visibility, traffic signals, and vehicle defects.
⚠️ Statute of Limitations: Don't Miss Your Deadline
Time limits for filing auto accident claims in New York are strictly enforced. Missing a deadline means losing your right to compensation forever.
30 DAYS
No-Fault Insurance Claim
You must file your no-fault claim within 30 days of the accident to receive up to $50,000 in medical expenses and lost wages. This deadline is strictly enforced. Missing it means losing all no-fault benefits.
3 YEARS
Personal Injury Lawsuit
You have 3 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit for serious injuries. Missing this deadline permanently bars your claim for pain, suffering, and full compensation.
90 DAYS
Notice of Claim (Government)
If a city, county, or state vehicle was involved, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days. After filing, you have 1 year and 90 days to file a lawsuit against the government entity.
2 YEARS
Wrongful Death Claims
If your loved one died in an auto accident, the estate's personal representative has 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
⏰ Evidence Disappears Quickly:
Even though you have 3 years to file a lawsuit, evidence disappears fast. Surveillance footage is often deleted within 7-30 days. Witnesses become difficult to locate. Memories fade. Physical evidence gets destroyed. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve critical evidence while it still exists.
How We Handle Your Auto Accident Case
From immediate post-accident support to maximum compensation recovery, we guide you through every step of your auto accident claim.
Immediate Support & Free Consultation
Call us 24/7 at (516) 227-2662 immediately after your accident. We'll advise you on critical next steps: seeking medical attention, documenting the scene, dealing with insurance adjusters, and preserving evidence. During your free consultation, we evaluate your case, explain your rights, and outline potential compensation.
Thorough Accident Investigation
We conduct a comprehensive investigation while evidence is fresh: obtaining police reports and 911 recordings, photographing accident scene and vehicle damage, interviewing witnesses before memories fade, reviewing traffic camera or dashcam footage, consulting with accident reconstructionists, and identifying all liable parties (drivers, vehicle owners, employers, manufacturers). We preserve evidence before it disappears.
No-Fault Insurance Claims
New York is a no-fault state—we immediately file your no-fault claim for medical expenses and lost wages (up to $50,000) regardless of who caused the accident. We handle all paperwork, fight denials, and ensure you receive benefits promptly so you can focus on recovery. No-fault provides immediate support while we build your serious injury lawsuit.
Building Your Serious Injury Case
To recover pain and suffering compensation beyond no-fault, your injury must meet NY's "serious injury threshold." We document fractures, significant disfigurement, permanent disability, or limitations lasting 90+ days. We gather medical records, diagnostic imaging, expert medical opinions, lost wage documentation, and future care cost projections. We calculate full damages including all economic and non-economic losses.
Aggressive Settlement Negotiation
We present comprehensive demand packages to at-fault drivers' insurance companies documenting liability and damages. With over $100 million recovered for clients, we know auto accident case values. We reject lowball offers designed to take advantage of desperate accident victims. We negotiate aggressively for maximum compensation covering all medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and future care needs.
Filing Lawsuit & Trial Preparation
If negotiations fail, we file a lawsuit within NY's 3-year statute of limitations. We conduct formal discovery: deposing at-fault drivers and witnesses, obtaining driving records and cell phone records, retaining accident reconstruction experts, and preparing compelling trial presentations with photos, diagrams, and expert testimony. Insurance companies settle more cases when they know you're trial-ready.
Maximum Recovery & Compensation
Whether through settlement or jury verdict, we secure maximum compensation for your injuries. We resolve all medical liens, handle structured settlements for catastrophic injuries, and ensure you receive funds promptly. Our contingency fee structure means you pay nothing unless we win—no upfront costs, no hourly fees, no risk to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about auto accident claims in New York
Injured in an Auto Accident? Get Maximum Compensation
Don't settle for just no-fault benefits. If you suffered a serious injury, you deserve full compensation including pain and suffering. Our experienced auto accident attorneys maximize your recovery. Free consultation.
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