Passenger in car standing still ,hit from behind had neck problems in the past now it is worse. Do I have a case?

Seems clear to me you have a case against the driver that hit the car in which you were seated. You should consult a New York lawyer right away.

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The other driver was definitely at fault, but in New York that is only half the battle. You need to prove you have a serious injury as defined by New York law. You need to go see your doctor right away. You should definitely have new MRIs and compare the films to the old MRI. If there is a new injury or if an old injury was made worse in a noticeably way, you may be able to sue. The most important thing at this stage is getting your injuries documented. Also make sure you fill out the no fault application within 30 days or your insurance carrier will try to deny paying for your medical treatment.