When a driver harms another person in an auto collision, the injured person may have the right to receive damages in the form of financial compensation. There are many causes of auto collisions, including human error, equipment malfunction, adverse road or climate conditions, negligence on the part of another driver or passenger, or other causes beyond your control. Even injury victims who believe they were partially at fault for a collision may have the right to compensation.
The legal issues surrounding auto collisions and traffic laws can be complex and overwhelming. This is why it is critical that anyone who has been injured in a car crash consult with an experienced lawyer that can handle any type of auto injury case.
Getting your life back on track after an auto collision can take more than just time, good insurance, or a great support system. It also takes a trustworthy, dependable, and responsive legal team that can evaluate your case and provide guidance on how to deal with insurance and the legal system in pursuit of the financial compensation that you deserve to make you whole.
The days immediately following a collision can be a vulnerable time for victims. Not only are you suffering from your injuries, but you may also be accruing medical bills, missing time from work, and missing time with loved ones or needing to arrange for extra childcare or other services to allow you to get through the day. These types of losses and expenses may be reimbursable, though an initial settlement offer made by the at-fault driver's insurance company will rarely reflect them.
In addition to making unfairly low settlement offers, it is a common practice for insurance companies to aggressively pressure victims into settling for less than they are owed for their injuries. The sooner you contact a lawyer, the sooner you can even the field with the insurance company and show them that you have someone who will fight for what you are owed.
Determining your right to compensation involves an in-depth knowledge of car insurance, medical issues, details of traffic law, and how insurance companies evaluate, negotiate and litigate claims. Your lawyer can help guide you through the settlement negotiation process or legal process, as well as help set your priorities and keep you organized as you move through the process. This is particularly important for documenting costs you have incurred as a result of your injuries, such as vehicle repairs, medical bills, lost wages, extra childcare or household expenses, and others.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto collision that was not your fault, you deserve to speak with a lawyer who knows how to hold at-fault drivers responsible and get the best possible settlements for their clients. Whether you or your loved one were injured due to another driver's poor judgment, impairment, distraction, or recklessness, we can help you understand your rights and fight for your interests. Contact us today at 253.858.5434.