For the past 15 years, Connors & Connors, P.C., has
defended hundreds of personal injury claims brought against the country's largest
car and truck rental, and leasing companies. As such, we are intimately aware
of the strategies and techniques used to effectively defend such claims. Unfortunately,
in New York State, Section 388 of Vehicles and Traffic Law makes the owner of
a permissively operated vehicle vicariously responsible for its negligent operation.
As a result, our clients, as renters and Lessors of motor vehicles are "target"
defendants for plaintiff's in personal injury claims. A zealous defense, from
pleadings through trial, is imperative to protect and defend our clients from
such claims.
The retention of professional engineers, trained in the field of accident reconstruction
and physician/engineers trained in both medicine and the mechanics of dynamics
are often invaluable in the defense of trucking and vehicle rental cases.
In addition, lease agreements often present obligations on behalf of the lessees
which insure to the benefit of the lessors regarding the defense and indemnification
of personal injury claims. See our link to Insurance Coverage.
At Connors & Connors, P.C., we pride ourselves on our ability to assist our
clients in defending the sometimes exaggerated claims being asserted against
them. Early intervention, prevention of "spoliation", diligent discovery,
retention of expert witnesses and surveillance at all weapons used to protect
our clients where the plaintiff "targets" them.