Common Vehicle Accident Injuries
In the event of a vehicle accident, it is likely that the involved vehicles will sustain damage. If the damage is repairable, we are here to help you recover the repair expenses. However, if the car is deemed to be a total loss, we will assist you in recovering fair compensation from the insurance company for the approximate market value of the vehicle. In addition to damage to the vehicles, accidents may also cause harm to other personal property, such as breaking a garage door or a window. In such cases, you may request compensation for the damages as well.
Whether it is soft-tissue damage (e.g. sprains and strains) or serious bodily injuries (e.g. spinal cord injury, concussions, or internal trauma), most vehicle accidents result in some type of bodily injuries. If you have been in an accident and were injured, you can ask for compensation to cover any medical costs incurred as a result of the accident, including ambulance costs. You can also request payment for future medical care and treatment costs that are expected to arise.
When an individual gets injured in a vehicle accident, it can cause them to experience mild to severe discomfort, such as pain or distress in the back, leg, neck, or head. The injured person may also request to be compensated for the non-economic aspect of their injuries, which is known as pain and suffering. Pain and suffering include all types of distress, such as anxiety, depression, fright, loss of companionship, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of quality of life, and physical pain. These factors can significantly affect the injured individual’s emotional well-being.
Most vehicle accident victims who suffer injuries find themselves unable to work during their recovery period. As a result, they may experience a loss of income and earnings. However, as the accident-related injuries are the direct cause of this loss, the victim has the right to request compensation for their financial damages.
These injuries have one common aspect: they directly affect the quality of daily life. At Oguz Law, we embrace a practical approach. Without burdening our clients with technical details, we focus on their needs.
Protecting Your Legal Rights: Initial Steps to Take After a Vehicle Accident
- Do not leave the scene of the accident.
- If you or an injured party needs immediate medical attention, call 911 and get help.
- Pull your vehicle to a safe area.
- Call the traffic police at the scene of the accident and file a report of the accident.
- Write down basic information about the accident and take photos of the accident scene and vehicle damage.
Evaluating Your Case: Key Factors Considered
In a vehicle accident, all these factors below have a bearing on the evaluation of the case:
- The types of vehicles involved (car, truck, 18-wheeler, motorcycle, bicycle etc.);
- The occurrence of the collision (rear-end, head-on, t-bone, highway, parking lot, rollover, sideswipe, etc.);
- Type of damage sustained (property damage, bodily injury, pain and suffering, loss of earnings, etc.)
- The scope of the insurance policy of the persons involved in the accident (policy limits, collision coverage, commercial use coverage, uninsured/uninsured coverage, ridesharing coverage, etc.).
Some special factors can also have an impact on an insurance claim:
- Vehicle accidents involving minors
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Accident
- Uber and Lyft (Ridesharing) Accidents
- Hit and Run Accident
- Uninsured Driver Claims
- Rental Car Accident
- Unlicensed Driver Accident
- Single Car Accident
- Driving for Work (Driving Under Employment)
If you were involved in a vehicle accident involving these factors, you should warn your attorney about the circumstances so that he can evaluate your case and advise you accordingly.
