Car Accidents

The Law Office of Richard Stelnik provides experienced and compassionate legal representation to car accident victims. The firm was founded in 1981 and it is conveniently located in lower Manhattan.

Car accidents can be caused by many different factors. For example, some car accidents are caused by driver error, such as when a car fails to stop at a stop sign or when a car hits a pedestrian. Other car accidents are caused, for example, by defects in the car itself, such as when a car has defective tires or defective brakes. Additionally, sometimes injuries are caused or made worse by defects such as defective seat belts or air bags.

The firm has a great deal of experience negotiating the settlement of car accident cases. However, if an acceptable pre‑trial settlement is not offered, the firm will not hesitate to take a case to trial.

The firm regularly works with independent accident investigators, engineers, medical professionals and others who assist the firm in preparing its cases for trial.

The Law Office of Richard Stelnik offers a free initial consultation to car accident victims. It handles car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, so there in no legal fee unless a financial recovery is obtained. If you or someone you know have been injured in a car accident in New York, give the Law Office of Richard Stelnik a telephone call at (212) 964‑6430 or use the "Contact Us" form to arrange for a free initial consultation.

Auto Accident Links:

U.S. Department of Transportation 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 
National Transportation Safety Board 
New York State Department of Transportation 
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles