Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. Releases Comprehensive Guide on How Comparative Negligence Impacts Accident Compensation in New York

New York, NY - February 10, 2026 - Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C., a prominent personal injury law firm serving New York City and Long Island, today announced the release of a comprehensive new guide titled "How Comparative Negligence Impacts Your Compensation." This essential resource provides critical information for car accident victims navigating New York's complex comparative negligence laws and their impact on injury compensation.

The guide addresses a fundamental aspect of personal injury law that directly affects thousands of New Yorkers annually. According to recent data from the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, the state's pure comparative negligence system allows accident victims to recover damages regardless of their percentage of fault, though compensation is reduced proportionally based on their assigned responsibility.

"Understanding comparative negligence is crucial for anyone involved in a New York City car accident," stated Daniella Levi, Founding Partner of Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. "Insurance companies strategically use comparative negligence to reduce settlements, often assigning inflated fault percentages to injured victims. Our new guide empowers accident victims with the knowledge they need to protect their rights and secure fair compensation."

The comprehensive guide explores several critical areas affecting accident victims' recovery prospects. It details how New York's pure comparative negligence system differs from modified comparative negligence rules in other states, allowing recovery even when victims bear the majority fault. The resource examines evidence collection strategies, including witness statements, expert testimony, and accident reconstruction, which prove critical in minimizing assigned fault percentages.

Insurance company tactics receive particular attention in the guide, which reveals common strategies adjusters employ to shift blame to injured victims. The publication emphasizes how experienced legal representation significantly improves chances of receiving fair fault allocation and maximum compensation. Economic impacts are thoroughly analyzed, demonstrating how comparative negligence affects recovery for medical expenses, lost wages, and future care costs.

"We've seen firsthand how comparative negligence determinations can devastate families financially," explained Levi. "A difference of just 20% in fault assignment can mean tens of thousands of dollars less in compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and future care. Our guide helps victims understand these stakes and take appropriate action to protect their interests."

The guide addresses various accident scenarios where comparative negligence applies, including rear-end collisions, intersection accidents, left-turn crashes, pedestrian incidents, and multi-vehicle collisions. Each scenario presents unique challenges in fault determination, requiring specialized legal strategies to minimize assigned blame.

Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. brings over 75 years of combined legal experience to personal injury representation. The firm maintains six offices throughout New York City and Long Island, offering 24/7 availability and multilingual services in English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Tagalog. Operating on a contingency fee basis, the firm ensures legal representation remains accessible regardless of financial circumstances.

The guide highlights critical legal strategies employed by experienced attorneys to minimize fault percentages. These include prompt evidence collection before crucial details disappear, coordination with accident reconstruction specialists, comprehensive medical evidence presentation connecting injuries to accident mechanics, and strategic use of traffic laws and regulations to establish violations by other parties.

"Evidence collection expertise represents one of the most significant benefits of professional legal representation," noted Levi. "We immediately deploy investigators to document accident scenes, interview witnesses, and secure critical evidence. This prompt action often captures details that prove decisive in minimizing fault percentages during settlement negotiations or at trial."

Settlement timing emerges as another crucial factor discussed in the guide. Insurance companies frequently make quick, low settlement offers before victims fully understand how comparative negligence impacts their cases. The guide advises against accepting early offers without proper evaluation and emphasizes the importance of comprehensive case analysis before settlement.

The economic ramifications of comparative negligence receive detailed treatment, particularly regarding catastrophic injury cases. Future care costs for serious injuries, including ongoing medical treatment, adaptive equipment, and home modifications, can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime. When reduced by comparative negligence percentages, the financial impact becomes enormous for permanently disabled victims.

The comprehensive guide serves as an educational resource for accident victims, legal professionals, and anyone seeking to understand New York's comparative negligence laws. It provides practical insights into evidence requirements, negotiation strategies, and the litigation process while maintaining accessibility for non-legal audiences.

Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. continues its mission of providing accessible, aggressive legal representation to injury victims throughout New York City and Long Island. The firm's commitment to client advocacy extends beyond individual cases to include educational initiatives like this guide, empowering the community with knowledge about their legal rights.

For more information, please contact Daniella Levi at https://levilawny.com/.

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