Motor Motor vehicle accidents Vehicle Powers of Attorney

Often, multiple parties share responsibility for an accident. In these situations, a juror may award damages to the injured party according to their percentage negligence.

Although DMV hearings do not require criminal court, an experienced NYC traffic lawyer can make a big difference in the outcome. Gannes & Musico, LLP has extensive experience representing clients in these proceedings.

Power of Attorney

A power of attorney is a document that permits the person to authorise another to perform actions in his or her name. The document can confer broad or limited powers, and must be drafted in accordance with the state's law. The document must be signed or notarized by a notary public or a witness. A motor vehicle accident law firm vehicle power of attorney grants the agent authority to handle the responsibilities of a vehicle and could include the power to sell a car for instance. If you want to prepare a Power of Attorney yourself think about contacting your local Department of Motor Vehicles or using a free legal website such as eForms or NYLawHelp. You can also ask a friend to help you prepare it.

Third parties are sometimes unable to comply with Powers of Attorney. This can be for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the refusal causes harm to the Principal, and the third party can be held liable for those damages.

To prevent this from happening, to avoid this, the Power of Attorney should include words that state that the agent is not able to be the owner of any property or real estate owned by the principal without being specifically specified in the document. The document should also stipulate that the agent must give a third-party an account of every transaction and other matter that they handle on behalf of their principal.

DMV Hearings

You have the right to appeal a decision when DMV decides to take a discretionary action against you (such as the suspension of your license for refusing to take breathalyzer tests). These hearings can be conducted in person or by telephone, and are generally conducted by an DMV driver safety hearing officer. At the hearing, DMV starts by presenting all of its evidence against you, including any witness testimony it has subpoenaed. You are then able to present your own evidence, such as documents, witnesses or your testimony. You may also present closing arguments to smear DMV and ask questions to the hearing officer.

You are more likely to win the DMV hearing if you employ an attorney. An attorney can assist in determining the extent of any errors committed by the police officers during your arrest. For instance, they may not have informed you that you would lose your license if you refused to take a breath test.

Although you aren't legally required to hire an attorney present at an DMV hearing, hiring a NYC DMV attorney can make the process much simpler. A lawyer is well-versed in all laws applicable to these types of cases and can assist you to make your case convincingly. They can also assist you to avoid being unfairly penalized at the DMV.

License Suspension

If you are found guilty of a specific violations of the law and are found guilty, the Department of Motor Vehicles may suspend your license and driving privileges. Typically, the suspension or revocation is in effect until the time you complete all steps necessary to obtain your license reinstated.

Depending on the state where you reside, there are many different reasons why your driver's license could be suspended. For instance states that utilize a point system, accumulation of too many points may result in the suspension of your license. Additionally the judge may also ordain your license to be suspended if you are convicted of a traffic crime. In the majority of instances, the court will permit you to drive on a limited driving permit for the duration of suspension or suspension or revocation.

In some states, your license could be revoked if been found guilty of certain offenses, such as DUIs or vehicular murder. Your license may be suspended if you don't pay child support, or other civil debts. You can also lose your license if you suffer from a medical issue that renders driving a car dangerous.

Your New York lawyer can help you determine the condition of your license and the best method to take. The lawyer will explain that in most instances, you are entitled to an interview with the DMV in the event of your license being suspended.

Representation

A representation letter is an important document that an attorney must send to the person he plans to sue. This puts the other party on notice that they have a representative that will speak on their behalf, and it also allows the attorney to ask for documents and other information from that party.

A large number of motor vehicle accidents are built on the tort principle of negligence. Negligence is defined as the failure to apply the same level of care that a prudent person would have applied under similar circumstances. Automobile accidents are often caused or influenced by a variety of causes. For instance, driver's negligence may include driving when impaired by alcohol or drugs, speeding or not paying attention to traffic signals. Other factors include distracted driving such as using a cellular phone or attempting to put on makeup while driving.

There are instances where two people who are injured in a car accident need the same attorney to represent them. It is, however, morally wrong for a single lawyer to represent both the passenger and driver in a personal-injury claim. This is because each client has an interest conflict. This can be overcome by establishing a separate agreement between each client. Or, they can hire their own lawyers to file a lawsuit against the driver.