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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case?

A motor vehicle case refers to any personal injury lawsuit that results from the motor vehicle involved in an accident. While the majority of cases are governed under common law There are a few aspects that are specific to this particular area.

According to New York law, owners of vehicles are accountable for any accidents that occur when their vehicles are being operated without their permission, either express or implied. Our legal team takes care of these cases on a contingent fee basis.

Eyewitness Testimony

Eyewitness testimony can provide an important addition to other evidence in a motor vehicle case. This type of testimony typically helps to identify the culprit of a crime or provide specifics about the circumstances of the crash. There is a large body of research that suggests eyewitness identifications are usually inaccurate.

For instance, witnesses are susceptible to making errors when they try to recall the color of an object or its shape. Furthermore, perceptual distortions -- like fading memories can also affect a person's recall of a specific incident.

Additionally, the memory of witnesses can be affected by questions that lead to or other information offered to witnesses. Researchers found that in one experiment, telling participants to estimate the speed of a car influenced their responses. Other factors that affect the credibility of eyewitness testimony include age, attention, skills, stress levels and health conditions, prejudice, prior experiences, cognitive state confidence or degree of certainty and suggestive questions, biased lineups, and racial or personal bias.

Even though many experts will say that eyewitness evidence can be trusted but there is a need to sensitize law enforcement agencies and jurors about the possibility of errors in this type of evidence. In some cases eyewitness testimony that was incorrect has led to incorrect convictions or even murder. For instance, in 2018 the Innocence Project was able to show that the fingerprints of the cup used by an eyewitness to identify the suspect in a burglary not those of Royal Clark's.

Vehicle Examining

As a general rule inspections for vehicles should be performed every year. Certain types of vehicles, like those that are privately owned or with inspection stickers that are expired, may require more frequent inspections. In certain situations, for instance, when the New York resident moves and requires a change of address, it's mandatory to have the vehicle examined prior to issuance of new stickers.

An inspector will first confirm a few specifics like the make and model of the car and the registration date, odometer reading and so on. They then examine the vehicle itself, starting with the most obvious parts like mirrors, the windshields, the lights, and the horn. There are a number of checklists to ensure that thorough inspections are carried out, including checking for things like rust or suspension parts.

motor vehicle accident law firm wyoming must be vigilant and keep an eye out for pedestrians, other motorists and any potential dangers. Failure to do this can be considered negligent. A driver must also be in control at all time. A defective vehicle may cause the vehicle to lose control, which could result in serious injuries. The manufacturer of a vehicle may be held responsible for the accident if it was caused by an auto defect or component part.

Components or Parts that are defective

To ensure that a vehicle functions correctly, thousands of tiny mechanical components and electrical components have to work together. If one of these parts fails, the results can be catastrophic. Often, these accidents are caused by manufacturing defects or other issues in the construction or design of a particular component. If a malfunctioning part of a vehicle is the reason of an accident, the party who caused the accident may be liable to compensate victims for their injuries.

Many people believe that the majority of car accidents are caused by human error. While 94 % of car crashes are caused by driver error, there are other factors which can cause a crash including road conditions and defective auto parts.

Defective auto parts include brakes, airbags, seats and tires or any other part that can fail to perform as intended, resulting to an accident. These defects can result from aftermarket parts that were not created with the same care as original parts on a car. Sometimes, the issue could be in the original design of a specific part.





Manufacturers are required to design vehicles that meet the minimum safety standards. If a vehicle, or any of its parts, was not designed or built to these specifications the manufacturer could be held responsible for any damages resulting from an accident caused by a defective part.

Insurance Coverage

In most states, drivers are required to carry insurance if their negligent or misconduct can cause harm to others. Liability insurance covers bodily injury liability as well as property damage liability.

Bodily injury liability covers your medical expenses as well as the medical bills of others injured in a collision caused by your car as long as you meet the policy limits. There is usually an amount for each injured person as well as a limit for all property damage. Some insurers offer policies with higher limits for the kind of damages.

Insurance for property damage will repair or replace your vehicle when it is damaged by an event other than collision with another vehicle or object, like windstorm, fire, theft and the impact of deer. It may also protect your vehicle from damage caused by driving over potholes. This type of insurance is mandatory in New York and some other states.

In many states there are many states where uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM) is a requirement. However, certain states require it only when the driver at fault does not have insurance. The coverage pays for medical and property damages if the at-fault motorist has no insurance or is underinsured.