Cars may be an essential part of daily life, but they are also one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities in the United States. According to Driver Knowledge, more than six million collisions occur each year, leaving countless people injured and families devastated. Every few minutes, someone loses their life in a car crash, and dozens more are left with lasting injuries.
If you are among those harmed in a crash, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. A Richmond car accident lawyer at MichieHamlett can help you hold the at-fault party accountable and pursue the compensation you need to move forward. Contact our seasoned personal injury attorneys today to learn how we can support you.
Nearly all traffic collisions can be avoided. If all motor vehicle drivers simply drove the speed limit, kept off their phones, and drove with the most basic amount of respect for other road users, we could eliminate almost all motor vehicle collisions. Sadly, this is nowhere near reality, as speeding, distracted driving, and road rage are at all-time highs. Most collisions occur because of one or multiple of the following:
Over 800 people die in traffic collisions per year in Virginia, according to the Insurance Information Institute. While fatalities are relatively rare, serious injuries are not; thousands of people suffer fractured limbs, brain injuries, paralysis, and damages to their bodies that will last the rest of their lives, manifesting in chronic pain, immobility, and loss of joy of life. As a victim, you are able to sue for the following types of damages:
The family members of fatally wounded traffic victims have the right to pursue damages in a wrongful death claim and recover many of the same damages.
Never trust that the other party will admit to their errors. In fact, even if they are clearly at fault, they, or at least their insurance company, will attempt to deny liability or decrease the value of your claim. In order to hold them accountable, our attorneys work with police, witnesses, private investigators, crash scene reconstruction professionals, and expert witnesses to ensure that they are held accountable for their negligence.
You should not have to bear the financial burden of a serious injury caused by a distracted or aggressive driver who puts their own priorities ahead of your safety. To protect your future and pursue the compensation you deserve, work with an experienced Richmond car accident lawyer at MichieHamlett. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
