Car Wash Accidents in Syracuse, New York

Jed Dietrich, Esq., Is a Recognized Super Lawyer Committed to Defending the Car Wash Accident Victims in Syracuse and Across Onondaga County. If You, or a Loved One, Have Been Injured By a Reckless Motorist or Negligent Car Wash Operator, The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. Could Help You Secure the Compensation You Need and the Justice You Deserve.

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Taking care of a car is no easy task. In Syracuse, even weather can take a heavy toll on an automobile. Each year, heavy snows and strong summer storms wreak havoc on Onondaga County roadways and make it difficult to maintain a clean vehicle. High humidity, mud, and road salt pose dire risks to metal parts and undercarriages, demanding regular maintenance and intensive cleaning.

Car washes offer a convenient solution to concerns about corrosion. However, car washes sometimes create more problems than they solve. Often outfitted with fast-moving scrubbers and hot metal hoses, cleaning stations demand some measure of diligence from visitors and property owners alike. Left unsupervised, conditions inside a car wash can quickly deteriorate, exacerbating the pre-existing risks in a business characterized by slick surfaces and toxic cleaning compounds. Accidents can happen with little warning, leaving victims in an unexpected and painful predicament.

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. has spent decades aggressively fighting for the rights of accident victims in Syracuse and across the region. If you, or a loved one, have been injured in a car wash accident that was not your fault, our experienced team of attorneys could help you make a compelling claim for compensation. Recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firm, the Dietrich Law Firm knows what it takes to overcome even the most vigorous defense and has the results to prove it. Please message us online or call us at 1-866-529-5334 to speak to a car wash accident lawyer near Syracuse and schedule your free, no-obligation consultation as soon as possible.

Car Wash Accidents and the Risks of Injury

Car washes are a big business in Syracuse. They can be found across the city, with many lining the sides of Route 11 and Highway 31. However, each of these businesses is different, both in terms of facilities and services.

Car washes are typically categorized as any of the following:

1. Automatic Car Washes: Automatic car washes are often attached to gas stations and other convenience-type businesses. They use conveyor belts and signals to guide vehicles through a bay or tunnel. Automatic car wash accidents are not common, but they could happen due to defective machinery or another driver’s negligence. Common reasons for automatic car wash accidents include motor vehicle collisions, rear-end crashes, and defective parts-related accidents.
2. Full-Service Car Washes: A full-service car wash is a more comprehensive cleaning experience. They usually include hands-on service. Some facilities may also offer interior detailing and repairs. Customers may or may not be asked to exit their vehicles. Accidents in full-service car washes are rare and usually related to poorly maintained premises.
3. Self-Service Car Washes: Self-service car washes usually provide basic amenities, including soap, high-pressure hoses, and spray-on wax. Many self-service car washes have no on-site attendant and receive only intermittent maintenance. However, customers still have a legal right to expect that self-service car wash premises are maintained to a reasonable degree.

Filing a claim against a car wash company could seem intimidating—especially if the property owner suggests that rear-end collisions and slip-and-fall accidents are risks inherent to a business built around soap, water, and wax.

However, you do not have to accept excuses in place of a fair recovery. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. could help you assess your injuries, calculate your damages, and collect the evidence needed to secure a fair settlement. Please call us at 1-866-529-5336 to speak to a car wash accident lawyer near Syracuse and schedule your no-cost consultation.

Identifying Defendants in a Car Wash Accident Claim

Under New York state law, accident victims have a legal right to file a claim for compensation against the person, or party, who caused their injuries. However, preparing to bring a high-stakes complaint to suit requires extensive preparation. In many cases, simply identifying the right defendant—or defendants—could pose a significant challenge.

The potential defendants in a car wash accident personal injury lawsuit could include one or more of the following:

1. A car wash owner;
2. A property owner;
3. A landlord;
4. Another motorist; or
5. A mechanical parts-maker.

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. could help you identify defendants and further investigate the causes of your Syracuse car wash accident, ensuring you have the evidence necessary to take a negligent property owner to task for their wrongdoing. Send us a message online or call us at 1-866-529-5336 for more information.

Your Potential Damages in a Syracuse Personal Injury Lawsuit

New York recognizes three broad categories of damages. These include the following:

1. Special Damages: Special damages, or economic damages, are compensation for objective financial losses. Examples of special damages include your medical expenses, anticipated care needs, and lost income from work.
2. General Damages: General damages, or non-economic damages, provide compensation for more subjective losses. Examples of general damages could include emotional pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment, or disfigurement.
3. Punitive Damages: Punitive damages, unlike special and general damages, do not compensate or replace any type of loss. Instead, they are intended to punish an especially negligent or reckless defendant. In most cases, punitive damages are awarded by a judge or jury after a defendant has been found at fault for an accident.

New York does not typically limit the compensation in most car wash accident claims. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you could receive as much money as you need to reestablish your independence and begin rebuilding your life.

However, you cannot afford to wait too long before contacting an attorney: New York has a strict statute of limitations on all personal injury claims. If you do not act fast, the statute of limitations could lapse, depriving you of your right to fair a recovery.

Do not miss your chance to ascertain justice. Please call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. at 1-866-529-5334 to speak to a car wash accident lawyer near Syracuse and schedule your free consultation.

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Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at 866-529-5334 so that our aggressive, tenacious, and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Syracuse, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!

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