Brooklyn Car Accident Lawyers

Rubenstein & Rynecki’s Brooklyn car accident lawyers help injured crash victims understand their rights, deal with insurance companies, and pursue compensation after serious accidents. A lawyer investigates the crash, gathers evidence, identifies responsible parties, calculates damages, and handles negotiations or litigation when necessary.

Our car accident attorneys in Brooklyn can assist if your injuries are serious, fault or liability is disputed, insurance claims are delayed or denied, or if coverage is unclear. Professional guidance is also invaluable when dealing with complex factors like permanent disability, wrongful death, inadequate settlement offers, or cases involving multiple parties such as pedestrians, cyclists, rideshare vehicles, trucks, or uninsured motorists.

Key Takeaways

• Serious crashes can lead to medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, disability, and long-term care needs.
• Preserving photos, witness information, medical records, and insurance documents can protect a claim.
• A lawyer may help when injuries are serious, liability is disputed, or insurance issues become complicated.
• Rubenstein & Rynecki has more than 50 years of experience representing injured New Yorkers.

Why Choose Rubenstein & Rynecki for your Car Accident Case in Brooklyn?

With more than 50 years of experience representing injured New Yorkers, Rubenstein & Rynecki has recovered over $1 billion for victims of injuries and accidents since 1972. We provide a comprehensive approach to personal injury cases, including car, pedestrian, bicycle, and truck accidents. Our firm handles every aspect of the legal process—from investigating the crash and gathering critical evidence like police reports to managing all communication with insurance companies.

We work with experts to calculate damages and aggressively negotiate settlements, while remaining fully prepared to take a case to trial to ensure our clients receive the justice they deserve. Our lawyers have worked on some of the highest profile car accident cases in the five boroughs, including:

• $25 million recovery on a jury verdict for a family who suffered the loss of two children in a tragic car accident
• $7 million result for a man who had his leg amputated as a result of an automobile accident.
• $2.5 million settlement for a man who suffers permanent short-term memory loss from a motor vehicle accident head trauma.
• $2.5 million result for a boy who suffered a brain injury due to being struck by an OWl driver, resulting in tougher OWl penalties.

Meet Our Brooklyn Car Accident Lawyers

When you’re injured in a car accident, having an experienced legal team can make a difference in navigating insurance claims, investigating the crash, and pursuing compensation. The attorneys at Rubenstein & Rynecki represent people injured in motor vehicle accidents and other serious incidents throughout Brooklyn.

Learn more about the attorneys who may assist with your case:

Scott Rynecki, Partner

Robert Mijuca, Partner

How Much Do Rubenstein & Rynecki Charge?

Rubenstein & Rynecki works on a contingency fee basis for all personal injury cases, meaning you won’t pay any attorney’s fees unless we successfully recover compensation for your case. We also offer a free consultation, so you can focus on your recovery while we fight for your rights.

What Types of Car Accidents Do We Handle?

Rubenstein & Rynecki handle:

• Cell Phone Use and Distracted Driving Accidents
• Drowsy Driving Accidents
• Drunk Driving Accidents
• Hit-and-Run Accidents
• Rear-End Collisions
• Rideshare Accidents
• Roadway Design Defects
• Rollover Accidents
• Speeding Accidents
• Taxi Accidents
• Uber and Lyft Accidents
• Whiplash Injuries
• Wrongful Death Cases

Each case requires a different investigation. A rear-end crash may focus on following distance and braking. A pedestrian crash may involve crosswalk rules and visibility. A rideshare crash may involve the driver, insurance coverage, app activity, and vehicle ownership.

Rubenstein & Rynecki’s Brooklyn personal injury lawyers handle injury cases involving negligence throughout Brooklyn and New York City.

What Should I Do After a Car Accident in Brooklyn?

• Report the crash when someone is injured, vehicles are damaged, or a driver leaves the scene.
• Take photos of damage, skid marks, traffic signals, road conditions, plates, and injuries.
• Get witness contact information.
• Keep medical records, repair estimates, insurance letters, prescriptions, and missed-work documentation.

Taking these steps can help protect your interests after a collision. For more detailed guidance, read our guide on what to do after a Brooklyn car accident, which explains the steps to take after a crash and how to document what happened.

What Injuries Can Result From a Brooklyn Car Accident?

Car accidents can cause minor soreness or life-changing injuries.

• Head and Brain Injuries: Concussions and traumatic brain injuries may affect memory, concentration, mood, sleep, balance, and work ability.
• Neck and Back Injuries: Whiplash, herniated discs, spinal cord injuries, and chronic pain can limit movement and daily activities.
• Serious Physical Injuries: Broken bones, burns, amputations, paralysis, scarring, and disfigurement may require surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
• Emotional Injuries: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and emotional distress may follow a traumatic crash.

Who Can Be Responsible for a Brooklyn Car Accident?

Liability depends on the facts. Responsible parties may include negligent drivers, commercial vehicle operators, employers of negligent drivers, rideshare drivers or companies, vehicle manufacturers when defects contribute, or government entities responsible for unsafe roadway conditions.

How Does New York No-Fault Insurance Work After a Car Accident?

New York is a no-fault state. Personal injury protection benefits generally apply first to certain medical expenses and lost earnings, regardless of who caused the crash.

However, an injured person may sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering if the injuries meet New York’s serious injury threshold. New York law defines serious injury in the state insurance statute for no-fault claims.

How Much Is a Brooklyn Car Accident Claim Worth?

There is no standard settlement amount. Value depends on injuries, liability, insurance coverage, treatment, recovery time, and long-term impact.

Economic damages may include:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Future earning capacity
• Rehabilitation
• Property damage
• Future care needs

Non-economic damages may include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Disability
• Scarring
• Loss of enjoyment of life

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Brooklyn?

Many Brooklyn car accident injury lawsuits must be filed within three years from the accident date, whereas wrongful death claims generally have a two-year deadline. New York Courts provide a statute of limitations timetable with common filing deadlines.

How to Sue After a Car Accident in Brooklyn

If you were injured in a Brooklyn car accident caused by another driver, you may be wondering how to file a lawsuit and recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Understanding New York’s no-fault insurance rules, injury requirements, and filing deadlines is an important first step. Learn more about how to sue after a car accident in Brooklyn and what to expect when pursuing a claim.

What Are the Most Common Causes of Brooklyn Car Accidents?

Brooklyn car accidents are commonly caused by driver negligence, meaning a driver failed to use reasonable care and caused harm. Common causes include:

• Distracted driving
• Speeding
• Drunk or drug-impaired driving
• Drowsy driving
• Reckless driving
• Tailgating
• Unsafe lane changes
• Poor weather decisions

A crash on Atlantic Avenue, Flatbush Avenue, Ocean Parkway, or the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway may involve congestion, aggressive merging, and limited reaction time.

Where Do Most Car Accidents Happen in Brooklyn?

Car accidents in Brooklyn often happen on busy roads, near intersections, around highway ramps, and in areas with heavy pedestrian and cyclist activity. High-risk locations may include Atlantic Avenue, Flatbush Avenue, the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Ocean Parkway, Downtown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, and Bushwick.

These areas can be dangerous because of:

• Dense traffic
• Buses
• Delivery vehicles
• Rideshare pickups
• Double parking
• Cyclists
• Pedestrians
• Construction
• Drivers rushing through lights

Where Can Driving Conditions Contribute to Crashes in Brooklyn?

Brooklyn collision investigations often turn on the details of an intersection, highway merge, or turning movement. 

On roads such as Atlantic Avenue and Flatbush Avenue, you may need to account for traffic signals, crosswalks, and lane position. Investigations on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE), on the other hand, may focus on merging, lane changes, and the sequence of impacts.

Atlantic Avenue and Flatbush Avenue: Intersections and Turning Conflicts

Where Atlantic Avenue meets Flatbush Avenue near Barclays Center, drivers must navigate intersecting traffic movements and pedestrian crossings. The sheer number of different crossing distances, turning conflicts, lane configurations, and signal timings means that a post-accident investigation requires more detail than street names alone.

Did a driver turn across another vehicle’s path, enter against a signal, or fail to notice someone crossing? Did a collision involve a side impact, a turning vehicle striking a pedestrian, or a rear-end impact as traffic stopped? Any photographs you have of lane arrows, crosswalks, signs, and vehicle damage can help your attorney build your case.

Flatbush Avenue: Bus Lanes, Loading Activity, and Street Changes

If your accident happened on Flatbush Avenue, you also need to note when it occurred. New York City redesigned the roads between Livingston Street and Grand Army Plaza, so your attorney will need to determine the actual configuration on the collision date rather than relying solely on an older map or street image.

The BQE and Connecting Ramps: Merging and Lane Changes

On the BQE and its connecting roadways, a post-accident investigation may center on vehicles entering traffic, moving toward an exit, or braking near a merge. 

Depending on the circumstances, these movements can produce sideswipes, rear-end collisions, or multiple impacts. If you can, after your collision in this area, note the direction in which you were traveling, the nearest exit, and the lane where the collision occurred. 

A Snapshot From NYPD Collision Reports

The NYPD recorded four collisions near Atlantic Avenue and Thomas S. Boyland Street, including two involving injuries, and two collisions on the eastbound Gowanus Expressway at Smith Street, both involving injuries. 

What Evidence May Help Explain the Collision?

An investigation can include identifying nearby businesses or buildings with surveillance footage and locating witnesses who saw the vehicles before impact. 

After an accident, if possible, document the locations of any cameras and obtain contact information from witnesses. Tell your attorney about all possible footage promptly so that they can issue preservation requests.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Brooklyn car accident attorney cost?

Many personal injury firms handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. That means the client does not pay attorney’s fees unless compensation is recovered.

What if I was partially at fault for a Brooklyn car accident?

You may still have a claim. New York’s comparative negligence rules can reduce compensation based on fault percentage.

Can I sue after a minor car accident in New York?

It depends on the injuries, insurance coverage, and serious injury threshold.

What evidence helps prove a car accident claim?

Useful evidence includes police reports, medical records, photos, videos, witness names, repair estimates, lost-wage records, and insurance correspondence.

Brooklyn Car Accident Lawyers at Rubenstein & Rynecki Will Help You Handle the Claims Process

If you have been in a motor vehicle collision, reach out to the Brooklyn car accident lawyers at Rubenstein & Rynecki. Our experienced legal team helps injured people throughout Brooklyn and New York City understand their rights after serious crashes. Call us at 718-522-1020 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. Located in Downtown Brooklyn at 26 Court Street, Suite 1200, we serve clients throughout New York City.

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