Car Accident Attorneys Despite advances in vehicle safety automobile accidents are still one of the main causes of death and injuries. Insurance is often the main source of compensation in these cases. If, however, you are injured and your insurer refuses to pay your claim or doesn't pay the amount of your medical bills you may be entitled to seek compensation from other parties. These include the state of New York, the five Boroughs, or even the manufacturer or seller of a defective product. Damages Car accidents can cause various damages, i