Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident?
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Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer in Cleveland
Serving Westlake, Independence & Surrounding Areas, Including Cuyahoga, Lorain, Medina & Summit Counties
With more vehicles than ever on the nation’s roadways, motor vehicle accidents are on the rise. Recent statistics report that 38,824 people were killed and 2.28 million were injured in traffic crashes in the U.S., as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Legally, a motor vehicle accident occurs when a vehicle collides with another vehicle, a pedestrian, a stationary object, or debris in the road. In Ohio, bicycles are also considered vehicles. Motor vehicle accidents may involve passenger cars, semi-trucks or tractor-trailers, passenger vans, delivery vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, and other motorized vehicles.
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Who Is Liable for Damages in a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Ohio is a fault state for motor vehicle accidents. This means that all drivers are required to demonstrate financial responsibility for any accidents they may cause. This is typically accomplished by purchasing liability auto insurance with the mandatory minimum policy limits. If you are injured in a crash caused by another driver, you are entitled to seek compensation from that driver.
HOW DO YOU RECOVER COMPENSATION FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT?
After a traffic crash that was someone else’s fault, you have several options for pursuing compensation:
- File a claim with your own insurance company. Your carrier will likely file a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance company to recover its payout for your claim.
- File a third-party claim with the other driver’s insurance company if the other driver was clearly at fault for the accident.
- File a personal injury lawsuit in civil court. The case could be settled at any point before trial.
SHOULD I CONTACT AN ATTORNEY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?
When you are involved in a car accident, there is a lot to do and it can be overwhelming. You may be dealing with medical bills, insurance companies, lost wages due to missed work, property damage expenses, and more. All of these tasks can become even harder if you were injured in the accident. Fortunately, an experienced car accident lawyer can help take some of the burden off your shoulders by handling all the legal aspects for you so that you can focus on recovery.
A qualified attorney can help you build a strong case to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve. They will be able to negotiate directly with insurance companies and work hard to protect your rights throughout the legal process. They can also look for any other sources of compensation available, such as from a third-party liability claim or a personal injury lawsuit.
Furthermore, they can provide guidance and support as needed as you navigate through the complex litigation process and make sure that all paperwork is properly filed in order for you to obtain maximum compensation. Having an experienced car accident lawyer on your side removes much of the stress associated with pursuing justice after an auto accident and increases your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome.
WHAT DO ACCIDENT LAWYERS DO?
- Investigate and analyze the accident to determine fault, liability, insurance coverage, available damages and any other relevant information.
- Collect evidence such as witness statements, police reports, medical records and bills related to the car accident.
- Assess value for damages including pain and suffering, medical expenses both current and future costs of treatment, lost wages due to missed work or reduced income potential due to disability caused by the accident injuries.
- Negotiate with at-fault parties’ insurers on behalf of their client in an attempt to obtain fair compensation for victims of motor vehicle accidents
- Represent clients in court if a settlement cannot be reached out of court through negotiations with insurers
- Counsel clients so that they understand their legal rights throughout the entire process
- Advise clients on what steps should be taken following an auto collision
- File all necessary paperwork correctly before deadlines expire