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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case? A motor vehicle case is any personal injury lawsuit that involves an accident involving a motor vehicle. While the majority of cases are governed by common law, there are some issues which are unique to this specific area. Under New York law, owners of vehicles are responsible for accidents that occur while their vehicles are being operated without their permission, either express or implied. Our legal team is able to handle these cases on a contingency fee basis. Eyewitness Testimony Eyewitness testimony can provide an invaluable addition to other evidence in a motor car case. This type of testimony often helps identify the person who committed the crime or provide specifics about the circumstances of the crash. However there is a large body of research indicating that eyewitness testimony can be wildly inaccurate. For instance, witnesses are susceptible to making errors when they try to recall the color of an object or its shape. Perceptual distortions, for example, faded memories can cause a person to forget the specific moment. Witness memory can also be altered if a witness is given important questions or information. For instance, researchers in an experiment found that telling participants to estimate the speed at which the car was travelling influenced their answers. Other factors that influence the credibility of eyewitness testimony include age, attention ability, stress level and health issues, prejudice, previous experiences, cognitive state, confidence or level of certainty, suggestive questioning, biased lineups and personal or racial bias. While many experts insist on the reliability of eyewitness testimony however it is important to educate law enforcement agencies and jury members on the possibility of error. In a few cases, faulty eyewitness testimony has led to for wrongful convictions and even murder. For instance, in 2018, the Innocence Project was able to prove that the fingerprints on a cup used by an eyewitness to identify the suspect in a burglary not Royal Clark's. Vehicle Examination As a general rule inspections for vehicles should take place every year. Some vehicles may need to be regularly inspected in certain circumstances, like those that are being sold privately or those that have an inspection sticker that has expired. It is also a requirement in certain circumstances, like when residents of New York moves and needs to change their address, it is required that their vehicle is inspected prior to when the new stickers are issued. An inspector will first verify some of the details including the model and make of the car, its registration date, odometer reading and so on. The inspector will then look over the vehicle, starting with the obvious areas like the mirrors and windshields as well as the lights and horn. There are numerous checklists to ensure a thorough inspection is performed, including checking for things such as rust or suspension parts. Drivers are expected to remain attentive on the road and to look out for pedestrians, other drivers, and potential hazards. Inattention to this can be considered a breach of the law. A driver must also be in control at all at all times. A vehicle with a defect could cause the vehicle to lose control, resulting in serious injuries. A car's manufacturer could be held liable for the accident in the event that it was caused by an auto defect or a component part. motor vehicle accident lawsuit nebraska or Parts In order to make a vehicle function effectively, thousands and millions of tiny mechanical components and electrical components must work together. When one of these components is damaged, the result can be devastating. These incidents are typically caused by manufacturing defects or other problems related to the design or construction specific part. If a defect in the design or construction of an automobile is the cause of an accident, the person responsible for the accident could be liable for a reimbursement to victims for their injuries. Many people believe that all auto accidents happen because of human error. While 94 % of car crashes result from driver error but there are other causes that can cause a crash including road conditions, and defective auto parts. Defective automobile parts include brakes airbags, seatbelts, tires, or any other component that can fail to work according to the specifications and cause an accident. These defects could be caused by aftermarket parts that were not designed as carefully as the original parts on a car. Sometimes, the issue can be found in the original design of a component. Manufacturers are required to produce vehicles that meet minimum safety standards. If a vehicle or its parts were not constructed or designed according to these standards, the manufacturer may be held responsible in a lawsuit involving product liability for any damages that result in the event of an accident that was caused by the defective part. Insurance Coverage Most states follow a tort liability system that obliges drivers to carry insurance in the event that their actions or negligence causes injury to others. Liability insurance covers bodily injuries as well as property damage liabilities. The bodily injury liability covers your medical costs and those of others who are injured by your vehicle in an accident, up to the policy limit. Typically there is a separate limit for each person injured and a unified limit for the total amount of property damage. Certain insurance companies offer policies with higher limits for these types of damages. Property damage insurance will pay to repair or replace your vehicle if it is damaged in any way other than by a collision. This includes theft, fire storm, windstorm, or even impact from a deer. This coverage may also cover damage that is caused by driving through potholes. This type of insurance is mandatory in New York, among other states. In many states in many states, uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM) is required in many states. However, certain states only require it if the driver at fault does not have insurance. This coverage reimburses your property and medical damages in the event that the driver at fault has no insurance or is underinsured.