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State-specific legal information for truck accident cases in New York. Find attorneys who understand New York law, statute of limitations, and fault rules.
How New York Compares: Truck Accident Statistics & Legal Impact
New York vs. National Average
Comparing truck accident statistics
Source: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts 2022
Fault System Impact
Example: If you're 30% at fault
Under New York's System:
You can recover 70% of damages. Your 30% fault reduces award proportionally.
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Personal injury claims
Wrongful death: 2 years
Fault System
New York follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, ...
Damage Caps
No Caps
New York does not cap compensatory damages in personal injury cases. Both econom...
Settlement Calculator
Estimate your potential case value for New York
Past and future medical costs
Lost income and earning capacity
Based on injury severity (1 = minor, 5 = catastrophic)
New York uses pure comparative negligence system, your 0% fault may prevent recovery. Consult an attorney immediately to review your options.
$135,000 - $225,000
Actual settlements vary based on evidence, defendant conduct, and case-specific factors
New York Statute of Limitations
Personal Injury Claims
3 years
From the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently.
Wrongful Death Claims
2 years
From the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Family members must act quickly.
Legal citation: N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214
Don't Wait Until the Deadline
Even though you have 3 years, trucking companies can legally destroy ELD data and logs after 6 months. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve evidence. Read more about statute of limitations exceptions.
New York Fault System
New York follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. This is highly favorable for accident victims.
What This Means for Your Case
New York's pure comparative negligence system is plaintiff-friendly. Even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. This makes it possible to pursue cases that might be barred in other states.
Legal citation: N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 1411
New York Damage Caps
New York does not cap compensatory damages in personal injury cases. Both economic and non-economic damages can be recovered in full. Punitive damages may be awarded in cases involving egregious conduct.
Notable New York Settlements & Verdicts
Recent case results demonstrate the value of strong legal representation
Verdict for pedestrian struck by delivery truck in Manhattan crosswalk.
Settlement for family after fatal I-90 Thruway truck collision.
Important: Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and depends on specific facts, evidence, and legal circumstances. These examples demonstrate the potential value of truck accident cases with strong liability evidence.
High-Risk Truck Routes in New York
Major highways with elevated truck accident rates
Interstate 87 (New York Thruway)
Major north-south corridor connecting New York City to Albany and Canada.
Interstate 95
Northeast Corridor through New York City metro area with heavy truck traffic.
Interstate 90
East-west corridor across upstate New York connecting Massachusetts to Pennsylvania.
Safety Tip: If you were injured on one of these high-risk routes, evidence preservation is critical. Dashboard cameras, witness statements, and electronic logging device (ELD) data can prove negligence.
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Primary Sources:
- •FMCSA
- •NHTSA
- •CVSA
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