Motor Vehicle Powers of Attorney

In many cases it is the case that multiple parties share responsibility for an accident. In these cases, a jury could award damages to the injured party according to their percentage of negligence.

Although DMV hearings don't involve criminal court, a knowledgeable NYC traffic lawyer can make a major difference in the outcome. Gannes & Musico, LLP has extensive experience in representing clients in these proceedings.

Power of Attorney

A power of attorney is a document that allows an individual to authorize another to perform acts in his or her name. The document can grant a wide or limited set of powers and must be prepared according to State law. It must also be signed and/or notarized the presence of a witness or a notary public. A motor vehicle power of attorney grants the agent the authority to manage car-related obligations and could also include the ability to sell a vehicle, for example. If you're planning to draft a Power of Attorney yourself, consider contacting your local Department of motor vehicle accident attorney Vehicles or using a free online legal website like eForms or NYLawHelp. You can also request someone else to complete the task for you.

Third parties may refuse to comply with Powers Of Attorney. This can be for various reasons. In some cases refusals can cause harm to the principal. The third party may be held responsible for these damages.

To prevent this from happening to avoid this, the Power of Attorney should include provisions that say that the agent will not claim title to any real estate or property owned by the principal, unless explicitly specified in the document. The document should also state that the agent must submit to a third party the details of all transactions and other issues that they handle on behalf of their principal.

DMV Hearings

You are entitled to an appeal hearing in the event that DMV orders 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 via phone, and are usually held before a driver safety hearing officer from DMV. The hearing is conducted by DMV will first present all evidence it has against you including any witness testimony it has subpoenaed. You can then present affirmative evidence, including documents, witnesses or even your testimony. You can also make closing arguments to challenge DMV and ask questions to the hearing official.

You are more likely to prevail at in a DMV hearing if you hire an attorney. An attorney can help you determine whether there were any mistakes made by the police in your case during your arrest. For instance, they may not have informed you that you could lose your license if you refused to take a breath test.

Although you aren't legally required to hire an attorney present at the DMV hearing, hiring an NYC DMV attorney can make the process much easier. A lawyer is well-versed regarding the laws governing these kinds of cases, and will help you present your case as effectively as you can. Additionally, they will assist in preventing you from being unfairly penalized by the DMV.

License Suspension

The Department of Motor Vehicles can suspend your license and driving privileges in the event that you are accused of certain traffic offenses or legal violations. The suspension or the revocation of your license will normally remain in place until you've completed all the necessary steps to get it back.

Based on the state in which you reside, there are many different reasons why your driver's license can be suspended. For instance states that have points system, the accumulation of too many points may lead to the suspension of your license. A judge can also take away your license for traffic violations. In most instances, a judge will allow you to drive using a restricted driving license during the period of your suspension or suspension or revocation.

In some states, your license may be revoked if been convicted of specific crimes, such as DUIs or vehicular manslaughter. In addition your license may be suspended if you have not paid back child support or other civil debts. Your license could also be revoked if you suffer from a medical condition that renders you unfit to operate in a vehicle.

Your New York lawyer will help you determine the condition of your license and how best to proceed. The lawyer will explain to you that in the majority of cases, if you're license has been suspended, then you are entitled to a hearing at the DMV.

Representation

A representation letter is a crucial piece of paper that a lawyer sends to the party they will be suing. This puts the other party on notice that they have a representative that will speak on their behalf and allows the attorney to ask for information and documents from that party.

Many motor vehicle accident cases are in the tort doctrine of negligence. Negligence is defined as a lack of using the level of care that a reasonably prudent person would use in the same circumstances. Accidents in the automobile are usually caused or contributed to by a variety of causes. For instance, driver's negligence could include driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, or speeding or disregarding traffic signals. Other causes include driving distracted, such as using a cellular phone or motor vehicle accident trying to put on makeup while driving.

In certain cases when two people are injured in an accident in a car want the same lawyer to represent them. It is, however, morally wrong for a single lawyer to represent both a passenger and a driver in a personal injury lawsuit. Each client is in conflict. This can be resolved by creating a separate agreement between each client. In addition, passengers can employ their own lawyers to file a lawsuit against the driver.