DISTRACTED DRIVING
ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

All drivers have a responsibility to act in a reasonable and safe manner while they are on the road. They are expected to follow the speed limit, obey traffic rules, and pay attention to the ever changing conditions as they travel and adjust their driving accordingly. Drivers who fail in this responsibility put everyone around them at risk and should be held accountable for their actions.

A personal injury lawyer will help you recover your financial losses by gathering evidence of the responsible driver’s negligence and using that evidence to prove your claim.

Evidence that your attorney can access to prove a distracted driving claim may include:

• A police report
• Eyewitness accounts
• Phone records
• Physical evidence found on the scene or in the car
• Driver statements
• Photographic or video evidence

Working on your behalf, your attorney will fully investigate your case and leave no stone unturned when it comes to gathering evidence of negligence. Having such expertise in your corner can mean the difference between getting the compensation you deserve or being left to carry the unfair burden alone.

Accident victims experience a wide-range of emotions and mental states after a crash. Once the initial shock and physical trauma has been addressed, they are often worried about the short and long term financial complications caused by missing work, mounting medical bills, and a likely lack of transportation, among other things.

It is just at this vulnerable state that the insurance company is likely to make a settlement offer, especially if the victim hasn’t sought legal representation. Victims in this situation may be convinced to accept far less than their case is worth, sign papers that limit any future compensation that may be needed, and in general make a binding legal agreement that they sorely regret later. Insurance companies are highly motivated to settle as quickly as they can for the least amount of money possible.

In contrast, your attorney works for you and is dedicated to doing only what is in your best interest. Your attorney will have the evidence, both from the crash and from your medical team, to quickly let the insurance company know that their bully tactics won’t work. Making sure you get the maximum compensation your injuries deserve is the top priority for your legal team.

Your attorney will negotiate a settlement with the insurance company that you are comfortable with and if a fair agreement cannot be made, your legal team will take your case to court.

Statistics show that victims with legal representation secure greater financial compensation than those that try to negotiate by themselves.

If you have been injured in a car accident because of the negligent actions of a distracted driver, you may be able to receive financial compensation for your losses. The two main types of compensation available are economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages include the financial losses you suffered due to the negligence of the other driver. These losses are evidenced by receipts, bills, statements and other evidence. Examples of economic damages you may be entitled to include:

• Ambulance Fees/Medical Transportation
• Emergency Room Expenses
• Lab Fees
• Surgery Costs
• Xray/MRI and other Diagnostic Expenses
• Rehabilitation Costs
• Future Medical Expenses
• Lost Wages
• Future Lost Wages
• Other Expenses

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages are harder to quantify. An experienced distracted driver lawyer can look over the facts of your case and arrive at a legitimate dollar amount of compensation to seek for these real losses. Non-economic damages may include:

• Pain and Suffering
• Disability or Disfigurement
• Loss of Companionship
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life

If you or a family member have been injured due to the negligent actions of another driver, you shouldn’t have to shoulder the financial responsibility for the results of their choices. A lawyer with experience in distracted driving cases can help ensure that you don’t.

Your lawyer will investigate your case and gather all of the evidence needed to prove your claim. In addition, you don’t have to worry about haggling with an insurance company while you are trying to heal because your attorney will handle it on your behalf.

If it is in your best interest to take your case to court, your legal team will file all the paperwork and represent you in court, ensuring that your rights are not violated while you pursue justice and fair compensation.

Legal services for personal injury cases are usually contracted on a contingency fee basis. This means that you, the victim, do not incur any upfront fees to start your case and typically don’t pay anything unless you win your claim. Often, a free initial case evaluation is offered as well, so that you can evaluate the law firm and make sure you are comfortable and confident in their expertise.