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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case? A motor vehicle case is a personal injury lawsuit that is based on a motor vehicle accident. While the majority of cases are guided by the common law principles of negligence but there are a range of issues specific to this particular practice area. According to New York law, vehicle owners are accountable for accidents that occur when their vehicles were operated with their explicit or implied permission. Our legal team takes care of these cases on a contingency fee basis. Eyewitness Testimony Eyewitness testimony can be a useful addition to other evidence in relation to motor vehicle related cases. This kind of evidence can be used to identify the perpetrators of crimes and provide details on the circumstances of the accident. There is a wealth of research that suggests eyewitness identifications are usually inaccurate. Witnesses are susceptible to make a mistake when recalling an object's color or shape. Additionally, perceptual distortions — like fading memories can also alter a person's memory of a specific incident. Moreover, witness memory can be affected by questions that lead to or other information provided to a witness. 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 skill, stress level health issues, prejudice, previous experiences, cognitive state, confidence or level of certainty and suggestive questions, biased lineups, and racial or personal bias. Even though many experts will say that eyewitness evidence can be trusted there is a need to educate law enforcement agencies and jurors about the possibility of errors in this type of evidence. In some cases eyewitness testimony that was inaccurate can lead to wrongful convictions, or even murder. In 2018 the Innocence Project proved that the fingerprints found on a coffee cup, which a witness used to identify a suspect in a burglary, were not the signatures of Royal Clark's. Vehicle Examination In general vehicle inspections are required each year. Some vehicles may need to be inspected more frequently like those sold at private sales or those that have an expired inspection sticker. It is also mandatory for certain situations, for instance when a resident of New York moves and needs to change their address, it is required that their vehicle be inspected before the new stickers are issued. When an inspector conducts an inspection, they begin by confirming a few details such as the car's model and make as well as the date of registration as well as the odometer reading and so on. They then examine the vehicle itself, starting with the obvious areas like the mirrors windshields, lights, and horn. There are a number of checklists to ensure an exhaustive inspection is performed, including checking for things like corrosion or suspension components. Drivers are expected vigilant on the roads and to look out for pedestrians, other drivers and any potential hazards. Failure to do so could be construed as negligence. It is also the driver's duty to maintain control of their vehicle at all time. A vehicle that is defective could cause the vehicle to lose control, resulting in serious injuries. A car's manufacturer could be held accountable for the accident when it was caused by an auto defect or component part. Defective Parts or Components In order to make a vehicle function correctly, thousands of tiny mechanical components and electrical components must work together. If motor vehicle accident lawsuit lake charles of these components fails, the results can be catastrophic. These incidents are typically due to manufacturing errors or other problems related to the design or construction specific part. When a malfunctioning car part is the reason for an accident, the responsible party may be liable to compensate the crash victims for their injuries. Many people believe that all accidents involving cars are caused by human error. While nearly 94 percent of car accidents result from driver error There are other factors that can trigger a crash including road conditions, and defective auto parts. Defective car parts include brakes, tires, seatbelts, airbags or any other component that fails to function as designed and lead to an accident. Sometimes, these flaws are the result of aftermarket enhancements that weren't made with the same care as the initial parts on the vehicle. Sometimes, the flaw can be found in the original design of the part. The manufacturers are required to create cars that meet the minimum safety standards. If the vehicle or its components were not manufactured or designed according to these standards, the manufacturer may be held accountable in a lawsuit for product liability for any damages that occur as a result of an accident that was caused by the defective part. Insurance Coverage Most states follow the tort liability system which obliges drivers to carry insurance in case their misconduct or negligence causes injury to others. Liability coverage includes bodily injury liability and property damage liability. Bodily injury liability is a way to pay for your medical expenses and the medical bills of others injured in a crash caused by your car, up to the limits set by the policy. Typically there is a separate limit per person injured and a unified limit for the total amount of property damage. Some insurers offer policies with higher limits on these types of damages. Property damage coverage will pay to repair or replace your car if it is damaged in any other way than an accident. This includes fire, theft, windstorm, and the impact of a deer. It can also be used to protect your vehicle from damage caused by driving over potholes. This type of coverage is mandatory in New York and some other states. In many states, uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM) is required in many states. However, certain states require it only when the driver at fault is not insured or has no insurance. This coverage reimburses you or your passengers for medical and property damages when the at-fault driver has no insurance, is underinsured or involved in a hit and run accident.