In August of 2022 there were 8,489 car accidents in New York City, 464 of which occured in the borough of Manhattan. The motor vehicle accidents in Staten Island involved 889 motorist, 73 passengers, 15 cyclists, 29 pedestrians. The most common causes of car accidents in Staten Island include  the following:

• Driver inattention / Distracted driving (175)
• Following too closely (44)
• Failure to yield the right of way (28)
• Unsafe Speed (19)
• Alcohol Involvement (12)
• Unsafe Lane Change (12) 
• Traffic Control Disregarded (12)
• Turning Improperly (10)
• Backing Unsafely (10)
• Driver Inexperience (9)

Koenig Pierre is a New York car accident lawyer who is passionate about representing injured people against giant insurance companies who use their endless resources to deny coverage in order to maximize their profits.If you or a loved one have suffered severe harm caused by a negligent driver in Staten Island, NY, you are entitled to damages for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages.

Your road to victory includes a free consultation with a dedicated New York car accident attorney who is ready, willing, and able to answer all of your questions and alleviate your concerns.

Helping you achieve a complete physical, mental and financial recovery is his top priority. He is fully committed to providing his clients with high-quality legal services and helping them seamlessly traverse the civil justice system.

Car Accidents in Staten Island, NY

Recent data from the final quarter of 2021 confirms that 2021 was the deadliest year on New York City streets since 2013. With 73 fatalities between October and December, crashes killed 273 people total in 2021, a 33 percent increase over 2018, the safest year in New York City’s recent history. From 2014 to 2021, crashes killed 1,885 people across the five boroughs. 

Truck Accidents in Staten Island, NY

A collision between a passenger car and a commercial truck can cause long-lasting or permanent injuries. The type of truck accidents include tire blowout accidents, jackknife truck accidents, under-ride truck accidents, hazmat truck accidents and unsecured loading accidents.

In 2019 there were 80 Fatal crashes involving large trucks and passenger vehicles, 23 fatalities involving large trucks and pedestrians, six fatalities involving large trucks and bike riders and two fatalities involving large trucks and motorcycles in New York. Generally, truck accidents are handled differently from a collision between passenger vehicles. There can be multiple defendants in a truck accident case. It is important to identify who they are in order to navigate the legal landscape. If you have suffered serious injuries in a truck accident in New York, Koenig Pierre is here to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. Contact this New York car accident lawyer today.

Motorcycle Accidents in Staten Island, NY

For many, motorcycle riding is a thrilling pastime. Unfortunately, statistics show that motorcycle riders are at greater risk for fatalities than drivers of passenger vehicles. Motorcyclist are more likely to be killed or severely injured in a crash.

According to the NHTSA, motorcycle riders are overrepresented in fatal traffic crashes. In 2020, 5,579 motorcyclists died in traffic accidents throughout the United States.

Motorcyclists in New York City are at disproportionate risk of death. Only 2 percent of registered vehicles in New York City are motorcycles, yet from 2010-2014, motorcyclists accounted for 14 percent of traffic fatalities. in New York City. In New York City’s fatal crash rate for motorcyclists is nearly twice rate for New York State motorcyclists.

Koenig Pierre will provide high-quality legal assistance that you need after a motorcycle accident to obtain maximum compensation. He will help you understand all of your legal options. If you have been injured in a serious accident, don’t delay starting the legal process until you recover.

Call Koenig Pierre, a Staten Island motorcycle accident lawyer, who will defend your interests from start to finish.

Staten Island Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyer

Like most residents of major cities throughout America, New Yorkers have come to rely on rideshare services, notably Uber and Lyft. While rideshare services are helpful in reducing the number of drunk driving incidents, research suggests that ridesharing has led to more accidents.

Here are some steps you should take after a rideshare accident.

Step 1: Remain at the accident scene until police arrive.

Step 2: Make sure your name is on the police report and give a statement.

Step 3: Report the accident on the Uber or Lyft app.

Step 4: Contact a New York ride-share attorney.

Koenig Pierre is a New York ride-share attorney that can help you understand  your legal options for compensation after a ride-share accident within the New York Metropolitan area regardless if you are

• An UBER / LYFT Driver
• An UBER / LYFT  Passenger
• A 3rd party (e.g., pedestrian, cyclist, another driver) was struck by an UBER / LYFT driver.

Bus Accidents in Staten Island, NY

Bus companies owe a duty of care to passengers and the general public to operate their buses in a safe and prudent manner. When bus companies and their drivers fail to operate the buses reasonably and an ordinary ride turns into a catastrophe, victims may sue for full compensation for any and all injuries which may occur. The standard of care for public and privately-owned buses are numerous, and include:

• Vehicle maintenance inspections at least every six months according to standards from teh NY DOT.
• Keep buses in safes operating condition at all times.
• Bus safety and exit requirements.
• Require drivers to perform pre-trip inspections.

Who may be liable in a bus accident?

• Bus Operator 
• Bus Manufacturer
• Bus Maintenance and Repair Depot
• Another Depot

Put a devoted New York personal injury attorney to work on your bus accident claim. Contact Koenig Pierre to schedule a free consultation.

If you have been involved in a car crash in New York City or within its surrounding areas, it is important that you are informed of the best course of action. New York State law requires certain actions to occur, and insurance companies have the right to reject claims if certain steps are not taken in the correct order after an accident. If you have any questions regarding your accident or need guidance from an able NYC personal injury lawyer, contact Koenig Pierre, Esq. today for a free consultation regarding your situation. The seven steps you should follow after a car accident include the following:

Step 1: Get To Safety

After a collision, if your vehicle is operable, pull over to the side of the road to avoid creating a hazardous condition on the road. 

Step 2: Report The Accident

Call 9-1-1 and obtain an accident report. The police report may be crucial to your personal injury claim. Make sure your version of events is documented within the report and if certain corrections need to be made you can obtain an amended report.

Step 3: Seek Medical Attention

Check yourself for injuries and check on the well-being of your passengers. If you’ve been injured, call 9-1-1 or ask another able body to do so. In the event you’ve been seriously injured, try not to move and wait for emergency services.

Take care of yourself and others as needed until help arrives however, do not attempt to perform any First Aid routines that you are not trained to perform, and don’t move an unconscious or immobile person unless absolutely necessary to save their life.

Step 4: Exchange Information

If you are in good condition after the accident, New York State law requires you to stay at the scene and exchange information with the driver or drivers involved in the crash. You should collect as much relevant information as possible, such as information concerning the identity, address, phone number, insurance company, policy number, driver’s license number, plate number, model of the vehicle, and owner of the vehicle if it’s not the driver.

Throughout this process, it is important to remain calm and avoid saying or doing anything at the scene of an accident that may be used against you. If there are any witnesses to the accident, consider exchanging information with them as well. Having more than yourself to attest to your version of the events may prove useful if the at-fault driver or their auto insurance company is refusing to cooperate.

Step 5: Gather Evidence

Take photos or videos of the accident scene with your cell phone, and capture the damages caused to your vehicle, as well as its location in relation to other vehicles. If there were witnesses to the accident, ask them for their names and phone numbers. Regardless of how well you feel after the accident, it is important to schedule an appointment with your primary care physician, they will be able to confirm your well-being:

Remember to do the following:

• Get a copy of the police report. 
• Take pictures
• Take down names
• Talk to witnesses

Step 6: Start the Claims Process

Written notice of the accident must be given to your insurer within thirty days of the accident. Written notice may be done by simply informing the insurer in a letter that there was an accident at a certain time and place, you were injured, and you intend to file a claim. Any further details may be unnecessary.

You have 90 days to file with the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC). They handle claims in which the driver that is at fault does not have insurance.

Step 7: Contact a Staten Island Car Accident Lawyer

Koenig Pierre is a knowledgeable New York Personal Injury lawyer, serving the New York metropolitan area,  he will help you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries, pain and suffering. Apart from car accidents and “slip and fall” lawsuits, Koenig Pierre will also handles personal injury cases that involve medical malpractice, elder abuse, dog bites, construction accidents, bicycle accidents, wrongful death, truck accidents and other work-related injuries.

Koenig Pierre is committed to serving every client with personalized attention, compassionate customer service, and professionalism. Before you get carried away, call him today!

Contact a Staten Car Accident Lawyer

Koenig wants to help you return back to the condition you were prior to the accident. He will help you in receiving all necessary medical treatment to restore you to pre-accident health and work diligently to reclaim all economic damages as well as damages related to your pain and suffering. Koenig will aggressively pursue the fair compensation for your serious injuries which may include a spinal cord injury or a traumatic brain injury. 

When you hire Koenig Pierre, a Staten Island car accident lawyer, he will be zealous in his pursuits to obtain the best settlement possible on your behalf. We will take care of all negotiation and investigation on your behalf. This means you get to focus on your recovery.