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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case? A motor vehicle case is a personal injury lawsuit involving the accident of a motor vehicle. While the majority of cases are subject to common law principles There are a few aspects that are unique to this field. Under New York law, owners of vehicles are liable for any accidents that occur when their vehicles are being operated with their consent, whether express or implied. Our legal team takes on these cases on an emergency basis. Eyewitness Testimony Eyewitness testimony is an excellent supplement to other evidence in relation to motor vehicle-related cases. This type testimonies often assists in identifying the person who committed the crime or provide specifics about how the crash took place. However there is motor vehicle accident attorneys jersey city of research indicating that eyewitness identifications can be highly inaccurate. Witnesses, for instance, are prone to making mistakes in recollecting the hue of an object or its shape. Perceptual distortions like fading memories, can also cause a person to miss the exact moment. Witness memory can also be impaired when a witness receives important questions or information. For example, researchers in one experiment found that telling participants to estimate how fast the car was moving affected their responses. Other factors that affect the reliability of eyewitness accounts include age ability, attention level and stress, health issues and prejudice. Although many experts insist on the validity of eyewitness testimony however it is important to educate law enforcement agencies and jury members about the possibility of mistakes. In certain cases, incorrect eyewitness testimony has been the cause for wrongful convictions or even murder. In 2018 the Innocence Project proved that the fingerprints that were found on a cup, which a witness used to identify a suspect in a burglary not those of Royal Clark's. Vehicle Examination As a general rule inspections for vehicles should be performed every year. Some vehicles may need to be checked more often like those that are being sold privately or with an inspection sticker that has expired. It is also a requirement in certain situations, for instance when a resident of New York moves and needs to change their address, it is required that their vehicle is inspected prior to when the new stickers are issued. When an inspector conducts an inspection they begin by checking some of the details like the vehicle's make and model and registration date and odometer reading and others. They then examine the vehicle itself, starting with the most obvious parts like the mirrors, lighting, windshields and the horn. There are many checklists to make sure that a thorough inspection is done, including checking for things like corrosion or suspension components. Drivers must be vigilant and be aware of pedestrians, other motorists and other potential dangers. Failure to do this could constitute negligence. It is also the driver's responsibility to ensure that they are in control of their vehicle at all times. A vehicle that is not in good condition can cause a loss of control of the vehicle, which could cause serious injuries. The manufacturer of a vehicle may be held responsible for the accident if it was caused by an automobile defect or part. Parts or Components that are defective For a vehicle's operation to run properly, thousands of tiny mechanical and electrical components must work in harmony. If one of these parts fails, the results can be catastrophic. These incidents are typically the result of manufacturing faults or other issues in the design or construction of specific part. If a car part that is defective is the cause of an accident, the party responsible may be liable for the payment of the victims of the crash for their injuries. Many people believe that the majority of accidents involving cars are caused by human error. While 94 percent of crashes are due to driver errors but there are other factors, such as road conditions or defective parts that can lead to an accident. Defective auto parts include brakes, airbags, seatbelts, tires or any other component which may not perform as intended, resulting to an accident. These defects could result from parts sold by the aftermarket that weren't designed as carefully as the original components on a car. Other times, the defect could be in the initial design of a specific component. Manufacturers are required to make cars that meet the minimum safety standards. If a vehicle, or even one parts of it, was not constructed or designed according to meet these standards, the manufacturer could be held responsible for any damages resulting from an accident caused by a defect in the part. Insurance Coverage In most states, motorists are required to have insurance if their recklessness or misconduct can cause harm to others. Liability insurance covers bodily injury liability as well as property damage liability. The bodily injury coverage covers your medical expenses and the medical expenses of anyone else injured by your car in an accident in excess of the limit of your policy. Typically there is a separate limit per victim and a single limit for the total amount of property damage. Some insurance companies offer policies with higher limits for these types of damages. Property damage insurance pays to repair or replace your vehicle if it is damaged by an event other than a collision with another car or object, like theft, fire, windstorm and the impact of a deer. It can also cover damage to your car from driving through potholes. This type of insurance is required in New York and some other states. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM) is required in many states, but some require it only when the driver at fault has no insurance or has inadequate insurance. This coverage reimburses you or your passengers for your loss of property and medical expenses if the at-fault driver is not insured, has no insurance, is uninsured or involved in a hit and run accident.