If you have been involved in a car accident, an experienced car accident attorney can help you collect information from the accident that will be crucial in the event you file a personal injury lawsuit. They will give you proper legal counsel, negotiate on your behalf with the insurance companies and help you collect compensation for your damages so you can get back on the road to recovery.
Car accidents can be life-altering events for victims. From broken bones, cuts, permanent scarring and lacerations to traumatic brain injuries and in severe cases, death. Some injuries may heal within a matter of months, some may take years, and unfortunately, some may be permanent. With that, you may find yourself spending thousands of dollars on medical bills and rehabilitative treatment.
Following a wreck, getting medical treatment immediately for any injuries you’ve sustained should be top priority. However, once the dust has settled a bit, you should consider seeking the help of a car accident lawyer. Aside from your physical and emotional injuries, it is likely that you will experience a financial burden from the car accident including medical bills, auto repair bills and lost wages.
Although the State of Nevada has implemented severe distracted driving and speeding laws, crashes still happen. In fact, as of April 2024, there have already been an astounding 100 traffic-related deaths in Nevada alone!
When someone chooses to ignore state or federal traffic laws and engages in reckless behavior, they should be held liable for the consequences of their actions. These consequences can include speeding tickets, points and suspension of drivers license, fees due and even jail time depending on how bad the offense is. They should also be responsible for compensating their victims and/or the family of their victims.
If the at-fault party is insured in the State of Nevada, their insurance company should be responsible for covering the losses associated with their crash. However, if the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, or their insurance company offers a low-ball settlement (they usually do), the victim should file a personal injury lawsuit to collect fair compensation.
How a car accident lawyer can help
Car accident lawyers can be a critical resource if any of the above-mentioned scenarios take place. This is especially true as collecting financial award for your injuries can become a highly complex process.
First and foremost, the victim must be able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt who caused the accident. They must then establish a sequence of events that ultimately contributed to the crash. They will also be tasked with gathering all supporting evidence which can include witness testimony, video footage, photos, medical reports and all auto repair receipts.
The Plaintiff must also communicate directly with the insurance companies and other related agencies and engage in negotiations. Although some personal injury lawsuits result in a fair settlement offer, others may result in a trial case.
An experienced lawyer can help you with the following:
- Opening an investigation for the personal injury claims process including collecting police reports, medical records, and witness testimony;
- Creating a sequence of events that supports your innocence and the at-fault drivers negligence;
- Building a strong case to present to both the insurance companies and the Court in the event your case is escalated to trial;
- Creating a strategy to collect maximum compensation on your behalf;
- Working directly with you and keeping you apprised the entire duration of your case.
Every case is unique. While some may be easy to prove, others may take a bit longer with proper investigations and case structuring. Cases including rideshare drivers, commercial trucks and public transportation (busses, trains, airplanes, etc…) can become quite complex as the at-fault party may be a corporation or government agency. An experienced attorney can help you stick to protocol and maintain the integrity of your cases in these instances.
Nevada’s statute of limitations rule
The State of Nevada has implemented an official timeframe by which injury victims are legally allowed to file a lawsuit against the negligent party for their injuries. This timeframe is typically 2-years from the date of the accident and injury. Although the statute may vary in certain circumstances, it is important to remember that just because you have two years to bring suit against the negligent party, you should not wait that long to begin the personal injury claims process. In fact, we recommend contacting an experienced attorney immediately after your accident to ensure the best result possible. The longer you wait, the less likely you are to achieve a full-financial recovery.
Common losses in a car accident
Car wrecks can cause a plethora of financial strain and losses. From expensive auto repair costs to excruciating injuries and emotional distress, our lawyer can help you calculate all of the losses you have endured and create a demand for fair compensation. You may be entitled to the following areas of compensation under Nevada law:
- Auto repair costs including total loss of your vehicle;
- Medical bills and rehabilitative costs (both current and future);
- Lost wages due to your injuries;
- Reduced earning capacity in the event you have become permanently disabled or your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous line of work;
- Pain and suffering (anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc…);
- Loss of consortium;
- Funeral, burial, and/or cremation costs in the event your loved one has died as a result of their injuries.
 Contact our personal injury attorney in Las Vegas for a free consultation
If you or a loved one have become injured in a car accident and you wish to obtain a financial award for your injuries and losses, it is imperative that you contact a lawyer right away. The sooner you call us, the greater your chance of achieving maximum compensation for your injuries. Contact Brian Boyer Injury & Car Accident Lawyer Las Vegas today for a free and confidential case review at 702-514-1414.
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