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It should come as no surprise to New Yorkers that driving through New York City streets can be a risky endeavor. In May of 2022 alone, there were 4,602 people who were injured due to a car accident in New York City.

In 2021, there were 370,990 total traffic crashes across the state. Traffic collisions in New York State usually result in minor to severe injuries, vehicle damages, or sometimes fatalities.

New York City offers multiple ways to get from one place to another. People drive, walk, cycle, or take public transportation. On an average day, more than four million vehicles use New York City streets.

Passengers rely on the driver of their vehicle to take them safely to their destination. Unfortunately, an accident may occur and leave the passenger with injuries, missed time at work, and other losses.

A study by the University of Chicago and Rice University has found that the introduction of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have increased traffic fatalities by 2 to 3 percent since their debut in 2010.

According to a Martindale-Nolo Research 2017 personal injury study, about 70% of respondents received a payout or settlement for their injury claims.

During the winter season, slip-and-fall accidents on ice or snow are a common occurrence in New York and across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 1 million Americans are injured every year due to falling on ice and snow.

Residents and travelers in New York have to be prepared for some of the most extreme weather conditions. From the hot, muggy summers to the cold, snowy winters. Unfortunately, these icy winter conditions create a high chance of getting into a driving accident.

Well, in New York, this applies to Motor Vehicle Accidents only. It does not apply to trip and Fall, Slip and Fall, and generally does not apply to motorcycle accidents.

Are you an undocumented immigrant dealing with injuries from a car accident, truck accident, bicycle accident, work accident, construction accident, pedestrian accident, or another personal injury caused by someone else's negligence? You should know that your status as an undocumented immigrant does not prevent you from seeking justice.