Car accidents are the leading cause of death for Americans under the
age of thirty-four. Annually, car accidents [2] are responsible for
over 40,000 deaths. Frighteningly, these statistics indicate that you
are likely to be involved in at least one car accident [3] in your
lifetime.
*Causes of accidents [4]*
Many factors result in car accidents [5], and sometimes multiple
causes contribute to a single accident [6]. The most common factors
leading to a car accident [7] include:
· Driver distraction (cell phone use, eating or grooming in the car,
dealing with children or pets in the car, attempting to pick up
dropped items, etc.)
· driver impairment by fatigue, illness, alcohol or drugs
· Mechanical failure (blown tires, brake failure, axle failure,
steering mechanism failure, etc.)
· Road conditions (foreign obstacles or substances on the road
surface; rain, ice or snow making the roads wet or slick; road damage
including pot holes, etc.)
· Speed exceeding safe conditions, such as the speed for which the
road was designed, the road condition, the weather, the speed of
surrounding motorists, etc.
*Types of accidents [8]*
The severity of the car accident [9] depends on the type of accident
[10] sustained. The most common types of car accidents [11] are:
· Rear-end collisions
· Side collisions
· Rollovers
· Head-on collisions
· Single-car accidents [12]
· Pile-ups
Collisions can occur with other cars, other vehicles such as bicycles
or trucks, with pedestrians, and with stationary structures or
objects, such as trees, guardrails or road signs.
*Recoverable Damages*
Car accidents [13] are the most popular cause of personal injury
claims, and whether you were the driver or passenger in a car accident
[14], or even if you are a pedestrian involved in a car accident [15],
you could be entitled to compensation for pain, suffering and injury
caused by a car accident [16] that was not your fault.
Some of the claims that you may be able to make include:
· Claims against an uninsured driver
· Claims for medical expenses caused by a car accident [17]
· Claims for pain and suffering caused by a car accident [18]
· Claims for lost wages
· Claims for damage to vehicle
· Claims for pedestrians involved in car accidents [19]
It is important to seek assistance and advice from [20] a qualified
and experienced car accident [21] lawyer as soon as possible following
the accident [22]. You may be limited for time when it comes to
claiming compensation, so it is important to seek legal advice as soon
as possible.
Dealing with the consequences of a car accident [23] can be a serious
burden. Besides dealing with the pain and suffering caused by your
accident [24], you will have to deal with the everyday stresses of
life, such as returning to work, paying bills and repairing or
replacing your vehicle. You also may spend considerable time dealing
with insurance companies and medical providers.
A skilled car accident law firm can navigate this legal maze with you.
Securing the representation of an experienced car accident [25]
attorney can speed up the claims process and help you receive a larger
settlement. Hiring competent and compassionate legal representation
may be your best chance to resume your life as it was prior to your
car accident [26], and move on to a better future.
For more information about car accident [27] litigation, contact
McWhirter, Bellinger, & Associates, P.A. today to set up a
consultation.
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