Auto Accident &
Car Accident Lawyers
Auto Accidents are responsible for over 3 million injuries a year.
Unfortunately, Car Accidents are extremely common as drivers are becoming more distracted and paying less attention while driving automobiles. This can have serious effects on victims, leaving some seriously injured, permanently hurt, and financially devastated.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, our firm can help. We have over 30 lawyers who are experienced in handling Auto Accident claims and have handled thousands of these cases. Each car accident case will not only be handled by an experienced personal injury lawyer, but also by a full staff of secretaries and paralegals. You will receive the highest quality legal representation for your case.
Auto Accident Facts
- Car crashes claim 400,000 lives every year.
- Fatal car accidents serve as the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 34.
- Every day, approximately 115 people die from motor vehicle accidents.
- Damages from auto crashes total $150 billion annually.
- Every person is likely to experience at least one car accident during their lifetime.
In most cases, we can assist in recovering your lost wages, medical bills, property damage, loss of life's joys, and other related costs. We will also help you deal with your auto insurance company as far as making any necessary claims, in addition to handling your case against the at-fault driver's insurance company. Even if you are not sure if you are to blame for the accident, please consult with us immediately to discuss a possible auto accident lawsuit. We may still be able to help you with your auto accident claim. Every year, the auto accident lawyers at Morgan & Morgan litigate numerous lawsuits to trial involving Auto Accidents and other personal injury cases nationwide. We are extremely proud of the results that we have obtained.
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If you find yourself involved in an auto accident, call the police immediately to file an accident report, even if no one seems injured or the result does not seem catastrophic. This vital report helps the insurance companies determine fault. Take pictures, draw diagrams, retrieve contact information and conduct interviews of involved parties and witnesses. It is important to immediately consult a car accident lawyer following the crash. Traffic accidents that cause debilitating injuries can result in expensive medical payments, placing a heavy financial burden on the the injury victim's family. Licensed drivers are expected to exercise reasonable caution and abide by traffic laws when operating a vehicle. Another driver's negligence or aggression should not be at the expense of the victim or their family.
Common types of auto accident injuries include the following:
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Injuries involving the neck, spine, and brain tend to be the most life-threatening, possibly causing paralysis, or even death.
In addition to negligent and aggressive drivers, alcohol is a factor in 38% of all deadly car crashes and 7% of all auto accidents. In 2007, Florida's drunken driving accidents totaled 22,823. DUIs, formerly known as DWIs, can apply to those under the influence of alcohol, prescription medication, illicit drugs, and even over-the counter medicine. Individuals involved with alcohol-related crashes may face unwanted fees, increased insurance rates, and a suspended license. People involved in drunk driving accidents have options and should immediately consult a DUI lawyer. Other types of traffic collisions include rollover accidents, head-on collisions, side impact collisions, rear-end collisions, high-speed collisions, and lane changing accidents.
Some causes for these types of car crashes include the following:
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The driver, however, may not be at fault for every car accident. Automobile defects, incorrect highway signs, construction, faulty highway or road design, inadequate lighting, or out-of-order traffic lights may be to blame. The government or automobile company can be at fault for these accidents and immediately contacting an auto accident attorney can help reimburse you for your losses.
Everyone always thinks it is other people on the road that they need to be concerned about, but why not start with yourself? If everyone could be a bit more conscientious behind the wheel and practice safe habits, it would make sense that accidents, road rage, and other unwanted driving problems would experience a downward trend. Aside from demonstrating car control proficiency and excellent decision-making skills in the driver's seat, here are some simple guidelines that every driver should be aware of and abide by:
- Avoid tailgating.
- Stay at least three seconds behind the driver ahead of you.
- Don't forget to use directional signals when making turns and changing lanes.
- Don't hinder the traffic flow; if someone wants to get by, let them instead of making them trail you too closely.
- Follow the speed limit when conditions permit.
- Use your rearview and side mirrors to help you plan ahead for your next move.
- If you have the ambition to become a better driver than you currently are, consider enrolling in a defensive driving course.
Auto Injury &
Accident Help
For auto accident consumer information and auto safety tips, please view the following articles:
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Car Accident
Verdicts & Settlements
Here are some of our recent Auto and Truck Accident settlements and verdicts:
Failure to perform a timely C-section resulting in serious injury.
15-year-old girl involved in rear end motor vehicle accident suffered paralysis from the waist down.
Delay in diagnosing rectal cancer in 40 year old female resulting in permanent colostomy, removal of part of liver due to spread of the cancer and lung metastasis.
Failure to diagnose TB Meningitis of a 5-year-old girl.
Automobile accident case resulting in brain injury to plaintiff. Plaintiff was in a coma for nearly 1 month and had to receive 2 months of brain injury rehabilitation.
Failure of nursing staff to monitor vital signs in post cesarean patient resulting in seizure activity and severe brain damage.
Case involved a 42 year old woman who suffered a cardiac arrest leading to brain damage which left her in a permanent vegatative state. Claim was that her doctor missed (and thus failed to treat) underlying heart disease which lead to her cardiac arrest.
Premises liability claim resulting in severe brain damage to husband and father.
Obstretical negligence, brain injury to newborn.
Wrongful death of 32-year-old husband and father due to fatal anaphylactic reaction.
For a complete listing, please visit Auto Accident Settlements and Auto Accident Verdicts. We look forward to sharing our results with you.
