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If you suffered serious or minor injuries from a traffic collision and need the help of an experienced auto accident injury attorney, contact Helping the Hurt. We partner with attorneys skilled in handling auto injury claims while aiding victims to get the compensation they deserve for pain and suffering.
According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2019, there were around 12 million motor vehicle traffic crashes, 36,096 resulting in fatalities. The good news is that fatality rates have been dropping for the last decade, primarily due to safety improvements by auto manufacturers and advances in medical science.
Our car accident attorneys have a long history of helping injured victims recover deserved damages that have left them constrained both physically and economically. We take the time to diligently build your case by collecting evidence, thoroughly investigating the scene, employing expert testimony, contacting witnesses, and making sure each client knows their case is being taken care of by a reputable and powerful auto accident injury litigation team.
We understand that your car crash lawsuit is a lot to handle on your own.Our personal injury lawyers will take care of the insurance companies, complicated paperwork, and any legal matters relating to your case so you can experience a stress-free recovery.
We are on your side throughout the entire personal injury process. We will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome and maximum compensation to cover unexpected expenses and medical costs.
Medical Expenses
Lost Wages
Pain and Suffering
Quality of Life
Not only can traffic accidents cause serious injury, but they are also very stressful, both physically and mentally.
Having a personal injury attorney who specializes in car crash injuries help you during this difficult time will make the loss recovery process much more bearable.
Accidents can cause many injuries. Increased stress caused by injury pain and medical bills can put a damper on your recovery process. After experiencing a traffic accident, victims often juggle medical bills, car repairs, time off work, and much more. The last thing you need to worry about is how to pay an auto injury lawyer to represent your case.
We won't take your case unless we believe you have a valid accident injury lawsuit, and we won't get paid unless you win. This means you pay nothing until your case reaches a fair settlement.
The strength of your car accident injury case will be up to your attorney's ability to collect and present evidence that will detail the other party's negligent driving and, therefore, their responsibility for the injuries and damages you sustained.
Negligence refers to an individual or entity’s failure to meet the standard level of acceptable behavior, which includes paying proper attention while operating a motor vehicle, ensuring the safety of others.
In recent years, with an increase in the use of technology, the number of distracted drivers is on the rise. Spotting and proving distracted driving is the key to winning your car accident injury case. Look out for the following from the negligent party.
Was the driver:
Eating or drinking while driving
Using the car’s radio
Attempting to program a GPS
Talking on the phone
Texting while driving
Checking other digital devices
Reading
Shaving or putting on makeup
If you are injured in a traffic collision and believe a distracted driver caused it, our injury attorneys can start an investigation into the crash to identify the signs of negligent behavior. Also, you can help by following these tips on what to do after a car accident.
Spine, Back, and Neck Injuries (including Whiplash): These are the most frequent injuries seen in car wrecks. With these injuries come strained ligaments, muscles, and tendons and may fall into the hard-to-prove "soft tissue injury" category. Severe spinal cord injuries may result in paralysis.
Lacerations (Cuts): These injuries may occur when glass is shattered, or the vehicle's sheet metal is torn. Deep or serious cuts may result in loss of blood and cause the driver to go into shock. Scarring can also be an issue, so a patient may need to see a plastic surgeon to repair any damage.
Broken Bones: Very common in vehicle accidents. Surgery may be necessary to repair the damage, and the injured person may need to go through months or weeks of physical rehabilitation.
Concussion or Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): These are injuries to the brain resulting from a blow to the head, which causes the brain to swell. A minor concussion may be treated with bed rest and proper pain medication. A traumatic brain injury may require surgery, and in worse cases, result in permanent loss of function or death. Please keep in mind that concussion symptoms or TBI do not always appear right away. It may take an hour or more for the swelling in the brain to produce symptoms.
Burn Injuries: Severe burns can be very serious, and may put the victim at risk of infection. Burns can cause disfigurement, impacting the quality of life of the injured person.
Internal Injuries: Anything internal can be life-threatening and not immediately evident. In a serious accident, it is always best to be checked out by an emergency room team.
To determine the compensation you deserve, your attorney will need detailed information regarding your injuries and accident-related expenses, such as pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, and property damages.
One of the most damaging factors to any personal injury claim is what is known as a "gap in treatment." This happens if an individual chooses to wait to seek medical treatment or fails to show for doctor appointments.
Seeking a physician's care immediately after your accident is crucial, even if you feel your injuries are minor. Waiting weeks or even days can greatly impact the result of your claim. Without detailed medical records and a consistent treatment history, there will be little or no evidence supporting and proving your injuries.
Your car accident injury lawyer will review the information obtained during the investigation process to file a lawsuit. Your attorney will include in your claim:
Injuries
Damages
Negligent Behavior
Request Compensation
Your attorney will use your claim as leverage for a reasonable settlement for your losses. It is up to your attorney to negotiate on your behalf for a settlement while preparing your case for trial if necessary. Your case will only proceed to trial if negotiations are unsuccessful. It will then be up to the judge or jury to determine what amount of compensation you should receive.
If you are a victim of a motor vehicle accident, it is important to keep in mind that you should only speak with and disclose information to your auto accident attorney. Making statements or comments to the wrong party could potentially harm your pursuit for compensation regarding your personal injury lawsuit.
We have a team of committed attorneys who will help you receive the compensation you deserve for your car accident injury case. You should never have to handle a legal case alone.
If you or a loved one needs help after a car accident, please click on the button below for a free case review with one of our expert car accident lawyers.
If you were involved in a no-fault auto accident, you may receive the following compensation:
Pain and Suffering
Property damage
Medical Expenses
Lost Wages
Do nothing. If an insurance company reaches out to you, do not say anything related to your case.
They will most likely contact you to make a statement about your accident. Depending on what you say, this can be used against you to reduce the amount of your settlement.
Although you may have to speak with the insurance company eventually, you should always discuss your options with an experienced accident attorney first. They will explain what you can and cannot say to protect the value of your case.
If you were involved in an auto accident, the type of lawyer you choose to represent you is a personal injury attorney.
A personal injury attorney's concentration is helping accident victims. If you were in an accident caused by someone else's negligent actions, a personal injury lawyer gets you the financial compensation you deserve.
Thankfully, these attorneys work on contingency. This means that you do not pay any straightforward legal fees, and your lawyer only collects a small percentage fee that comes out of your final settlement.
The duration of time that it takes to resolve a lawsuit depends on many different circumstances.
First, you should contact an attorney soon after your accident so they can start their investigation.
Second, the extent of the injuries and the seriousness of the accident can take longer. Insurance companies want the injured party to complete their treatment so that all medical expenses are valued before they settle.
Finally, it depends on the settlement size and when you can get a court date (if you cannot settle in mediation). If you are prepared to accept a smaller settlement, then your lawyer can wrap up your case in a few months. If you are going after a greater settlement, the process is lengthier and could end up going to trial.
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