Automobile accidents are a leading cause of injury and death in the United States, killing as many as 40,000 people and injuring millions more every year. Even the best drivers cannot completely avoid the negligent or reckless driving of others. Irresponsible driver behavior, such as speeding, distraction, or driving while intoxicated, is the primary cause of automobile accidents on our roads today. In addition to driver negligence, other factors that often lead to automobile accidents include vehicle defects and road hazards.
If you’ve been injured in an automobile accident, contact Perey Law Group, PLLC today. We can protect your rights and help you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses.
Common Types of Injuries
Injuries sustained in automobile accidents range from minor to severe, depending on the circumstances of the crash. However, some of the more common injuries reported after automobile accidents include:
· Joint, bone, and muscle damage
· Connective tissue damage
· Whiplash
· Paralysis
· Head and brain trauma
· Spinal cord injuries
Causes of Automobile Accidents
In many cases, it’s difficult to attribute an automobile accident to one single cause. Nevertheless, common causes of automobile accidents include:
· Driver error – fatigue and drowsiness; alcohol or drug intoxication; distraction; eating and drinking while driving; speeding, reckless or aggressive driving; failure to adhere to rules of the road.
· Mechanical problems – defective automobile design; defective auto parts.
· Road hazards – poorly placed lighting, utility poles, trees, or new signage; road construction; poor visibility because of weather conditions.
Automobile Accidents & Personal Injury Law
In order for personal injury law to be effective, injuries sustained from an automobile accident must be documented by a doctor immediately after the accident. Sometimes minor accidents can cause major health issues later on, especially if they involve head, spinal cord, or connective tissue injuries.
Medical proof that physical, mental, and/or emotional damage resulted from injuries sustained in an automobile accident are the basis for any litigation of this type. Therefore, the earlier medical treatment and legal representation are obtained, the easier it is to prove the connection between the accident and your suffering.
If you have suffered a serious injury in an automobile accident, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for your physical and emotional pain, medical costs, property loss, and lost wages. If a family member died in an automobile accident, you may be able to file a claim on your loved one’s behalf.
Automobile accident litigation is most successful if begun immediately, especially since statutes of limitation apply to all personal injury lawsuits. Contact Perey Law Group, PLLC today to start planning legal action.
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Perey Law Group, PLLC
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Seattle, WA 98109
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