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In today's business climate, the world is a 24-hour whirlwind. People are working all hours of the day and night, and are often on the road. Though companies often put their names in bold letters on their business vehicles, Shaevitz & Shaevitz is aware that it is not always the case. When accidents occur, many times there is no indication that the vehicle was being used for business purposes. In fact, it may appear to the casual observer that the vehicle was not be used for business at the time. The only way to find out if the vehicle was being used for business is by way of an in-depth investigation.  If
an employee is using his own car in the course of his or her employment,
then the employer is also responsible for the resultant injuries caused.
It is likely that the employer has additional liability coverage that exceeds
that of the employee. An "excess" insurance policy may also exist. Shaevitz
& Shaevitz realizes that, for the seriously injured victim,this is
an area that must be fully explored.
If you are a pedestrian struck by an uninsured or unidentified vehicle and no other source of insurance coverage is available, you may be entitled to limited benefits offered by The State of New York through its Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (M.V.A.I.C.) The success of any case requires the retention of highly experienced attorneys in the areas of personal injury, products liability, construction accidents, malpractice cases, etc. |
Experienced,
Competent Counsel is a Must
It is essential to the success of any vehicular accident case that a  routine
investigation be promptly conducted. Police records must be obtained, witnesses
interviewed and photographs taken immediately of the damages to the vehicles
and of the accident scene.
It is our experience that, to serve the client most effectively, prompt contact with the insurance company must be made for the purpose of ascertaining available policy limits and finding information regarding possible additional insurance coverage. Once the insurance carrier is notified of the attorney’s representation, this forestalls the possibility of their adjuster contacting the accident victim and obtaining possible damaging statements from him. Should the at-fault vehicle fail to have insurance coverage, it is imperative for you to make a timely claim with your insurance company to protect your uninsured motorist’s coverage under your auto policy. The failure to do this may result in the denial of coverage. |
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