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Ardoin and Associates takes on major and minor automobile accident cases – fighting for our clients' rights and getting the legal justice and payments they deserve. Call us toll free at (877) 701-0222 or contact us online for a free consultation.
Thousands of auto accidents occur on our nation's roads and highways every day in the United States; these collisions can be devastating for the unlucky passenger and the innocent bystander. As a result, millions of people are injured and thousands killed in car accidents across our nation each year. These unforeseen tragedies can occur in a split second and may carry consequences that last a life time.
According to a 2007 report by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 41,059 people were killed and 2,491,000 people were injured in motor vehicle crashes.
It is a fact that Americans, ranging from the ages of 1-33, have more of a chance to die in an automobile accident than from anything else. Statistics also show that in the last five years, approximately one-quarter of the American population has been involved in a car accident. Americans spent over $719.2 million in collision related expenses last year alone.
There are laws that govern how a person is supposed to drive or operate an automobile. These laws are designed to ensure the safety of the operator as well as the safety of all others around them. Unfortunately all too often people do not adhere to these laws. In many accidents, one of the parties involved is to blame.
Manufactures' defects of the vehicle or parts (such as tires) can cause harmful and deadly accidents. It is not uncommon for manufactures' defects of these vehicles or parts to cause auto rollover accidents which can be the most serious and fatal accidents that occur. Even though automotive manufactures continue to claim that their cars, trucks and sport utility vehicles are becoming safer every year, even the best safety precautions are worthless in the wrong situation.
A professional and experienced auto accident attorney is one of the most valuable contacts to have after being involved in an automobile accident. We may be able to help you regain money from hospital bills and other expenses resulting from an auto accident. You have the right to be compensated for the injuries sustained in an accident; not just what the insurance companies say you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, contact our office immediately at (877) 701-0222 or contact us online. We can help and your consultation is free.
The police should immediately be called so that a report may be made at the scene. Medical treatments should be immediately received for any injuries that you may be suffering from. Keep in mind that the shock of being in a collision many times hides any pain until hours or even days later. Do not speak to the at-fault driver's insurance company about your injury or do not consent to a recorded statement. Seek the advice of an attorney as soon as possible.
Even though the other party may not have liability insurance this does not mean that no insurance may be available. If you have purchased uninsured motorist coverage, a recovery is available. This insurance coverage may be available for any injury you have received. In addition, potential causes of action against parties not initially known may be available such as the Department of Transportation due to negligent road design, as an example.
It is best not to talk to an adjuster until you have had the opportunity to speak to a lawyer. Keep in mind the adjuster works for the other drivers insurance company. Their job is to pay you no money at all or as little as possible.
Most personal injury cases are settled prior to going to court. The instances when a trial is needed is when the insurance company refuses to settle for the true value of the claim.