Fighting For You After A Car Crash

Car accidents happen every day due to a variety of causes. Sometimes, these accidents result in injuries and even death. When this happens, the victim or his or her loved ones may be able to recover compensation with the economic damages caused by the accident through a personal injury or, if the victim died, a wrongful death claim. Even when the injuries that result from a car accident are not severe, they can have economic consequences for the victim.

If you are injured in a car wreck, consider seeking monetary compensation for your damages through a personal injury claim. The attorneys at Hammett, Bellin & Oswald, LLC, work with clients in Neenah , and throughout Door County, fighting for their rights and working to ensure that they have the compensation they need to get back on their feet and back on the road.

What Causes Car Accidents?

There are many reasons why car accidents occur. Some examples of these causes include the following:

• Distracted driving. This can include driving while eating, talking on a cellphone, text messaging or simply “zoning out” while driving
• Drunk driving. This issue is especially pressing in Wisconsin, which has the highest drunk driving rate in the United States according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• Adverse weather conditions, such as wet and icy roadways
• Failure to obey posted traffic signs, such as the speed limit and signals to stop, slow down or yield
• Hazards in the roadway such as potholes and uneven pavement

The impact of a car accident can result in a wide variety of injury types. Sometimes, these injuries result in death, either immediately or shortly after the accident. Other injuries that can result from a car accident include:

• Burns
• Cuts
• Bruises
• Scarring
• Broken bones
• Sprains
• Strains
• Brain injury
• Mental trauma such as anxiety or depression

Because this damage can be long-lasting, it is important to know what steps to take next.

If You Are Involved In A Car Accident

If you or anybody else involved in your accident is in need of emergency care, call 911 immediately to have an ambulance sent to the scene. Seek medical attention for your injury as soon as you can after leaving the scene of your accident.

Have a police officer sent to the scene to record the official police report for your accident. Do not leave the scene without a copy of this report. The official police report, as well as the eyewitness accounts and photographs you take at the scene, will be an important piece of evidence to support your claim.

What Are Some Common Types Of Motor Vehicle Accidents We Handle?

At Hammett, Bellin & Oswald, LLC, our personal injury lawyers have experience with numerous kinds of motor vehicle accidents, including:

• Motorcycle accidents: Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable due to limited protection. These accidents often result in severe injuries, including head trauma and broken bones and paralysis. An attorney can challenge unfair assumptions that tend to put liability on the motorcyclists and help secure fair compensation for future expenses and long-term care.
• Pedestrian accidents: These involve collisions between vehicles and people on foot, and such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries. They typically occur in crosswalks, intersections or areas with high foot traffic. Determining fault can sometimes be complicated, especially in cases where the pedestrian may have been crossing outside designated walkways.
• Truck accidents: Crashes involving large commercial trucks can cause significant damage due to the size and weight disparity between these vehicles and passenger cars. These accidents often result in complex legal claims involving multiple parties, including trucking companies and insurers. Trucking companies often try to minimize their liability and federal regulations can add another layer of complexity to these cases. Attorneys can identify all the liable parties and navigate the different insurance claims involved.
• Under/uninsured motorist accidents: These occur when a driver with little or no insurance causes a crash. Victims may need to rely on their own insurance coverage or pursue legal action to recover compensation for damages. An attorney can help file the appropriate claims and negotiate with your insurer to maximize the payout you receive. When it makes sense, they may also help you pursue a civil claim against the at-fault driver to recover additional compensation.

In all these cases, attorneys who understand car accident claims play a crucial role in protecting victim’s rights and making sure that they get the compensation necessary to recover.

Contact A Skilled Attorney

If you have been injured in a car accident in Neenah, or elsewhere in the Winnebago County region, contact our team of experienced personal injury attorneys to schedule your initial legal consultation. You can also call 920-202-8872 . At Hammett, Bellin & Oswald, LLC, we can help you seek the compensation you deserve.