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Car accidents throughout the United States are a far too common occurrence, and may often result in life-changing consequences ranging from serious bodily injury, extensive medical bills, loss of work, emotional trauma, damaged property, or even death. Being involved in a car or truck accident can be difficult situation to deal with not just for the injured victim, but the family as well.

Having an experienced lawyer by your side that will help provide guidance, and navigate through the complexities of the legal process is important to overall success of the case to ensure you recieve the maximum settlement you deserve.

 

 

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Personal Injury: Car & Motor Vehicle Accidents Overview

An auto accident is an umbrella term that can include an accident involving any type of vehicle. For instance, a motorcycle, truck, train, skateboard, or even a bicycle can be involved in an auto accident. Typically, an auto accident will involve a car. In an auto accident, a car can be involved with any of the previous examples, including another car, or a pedestrian. Sometimes, automobile accidents occur without any outside interference, but are the result of factors that the drivers cannot control; for example, automobile defects can result in an accident.

Were you or a loved one injured in an auto accident due to a negligent driver? An experienced personal injury lawyer can help. Contact a car accident attorney in your area today for more information.

Negligent drivers are often the number one cause of auto accidents. Some of the many ways that drivers cause accidents, and property damage to other unsuspecting victims include, but are not limited to:

  • Aggressive driving
  • Failing to brake
  • Failing to yield the right-of-way
  • Lack of experience
  • Tailgating
  • Texting while driving
  • Racing
  • Improper lane changes
  • Improper turns
  • Drowsy driving
  • Driver distractions
  • Failing to stop at stop signs
  • Running red lights
  • Driving with obscured vision
  • Driving the incorrect way on a one-way street
  • Excessive speeding
  • Failing to drive slowly during poor weather conditions
  • Drunk driving
  • Drugged driving

According to a data report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), its estimated around 5.5 million car accidents occur in the U.S. each year. In that one year alone, 42,884 victims were fatally injured from automobile incidents throughout the country. Frontal collisions are the most typical type of impact involved in auto collisions in the country. Additionally, in the United States, automobile rollovers make up approximately 10,000 fatalities annually. These numbers and statistics only continue to increase.

Were you or a loved one a victim of a car accident as a result of a careless motorist? If so, an experienced motor vehicle accident attorney in your area can help. Contact a car accident lawyer for legal help today.



Did you know?
Even at minimal speeds, auto accidents can result in severe tragedies and could cause various injuries—such as whiplash, head injures, bone fractures, paralysis, and more. In many cases, victims of automobile accidents can sustain injuries that are permanent and completely life-altering, which may require extensive medical care and result in substantial medical bills.


 
 
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