Being in a car accident is disconcerting, stressful, and may leave you with a large amount of financial repercussions. If your accident was a direct result of negligence, then you may be able to recover compensation to cover the medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering that you endured.
At Ben Crump Law, PLLC, we fight to recover compensation for numerous car accident victims. Contact us today at (844) 730-0233 to begin your free consultation with one of our representatives. We will thoroughly discuss your case and tell you how a Nashville car accident lawyer might be able to help you.
Common Types of Car Accident Cases
Many common types of car accidents result in injury to you or the passengers in your vehicle from another driver or company’s negligence. We handle many of these cases, which can include:
- Rear-end collisions
- Large commercial truck accidents
- Rollover accidents
- Head-on collisions
- Motorcycle wrecks
There are many negligent behaviors that other drivers may do that can lead to an accident. Each driver has a duty to act responsibly while operating a vehicle. These types of negligent behaviors may include:
- Texting and driving
- Falling asleep at the wheel
- Hazards in the road
- Driving under the influence
- Speeding
- Failure to yield
- Reckless driving
For a free legal consultation with a car accidents lawyer serving Nashville, call (844) 730-0233
After the Car Wreck
After a car accident, there are some steps you could take to back up your case with evidence. If you were unable to do any of this due to the severity of your injuries, do not worry. We can still help.
After first responders deal with your accident, you will need their reports and medical records later. If you were not injured badly enough to head to the hospital immediately, you still need to get checked out by your doctor, so they can ensure there is nothing else that needs attention.
If you were able, photos after the accident are also very helpful. These can help illustrate your account of what happened should the other driver try to deflect any responsibility about the incident. Any contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident can also strengthen your case.
Finally, once you or a loved one is able, consider contacting a Nashville car accident lawyer, so they can help you with your case. Do not wait too long to do this, though. In Tennessee, you have only one year after the date of the accident to file for any personal injury claims, per Tennessee Code Annotated §28-3-104. If you wait and the deadline expires, the courts may dismiss your case.
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How a Lawyer May Help Your Case
Speaking with a lawyer could help shed some light on your case and show you everything required in order to file your claim. One of the most important things will be getting your case filed on time, and your attorney will know what needs to be accomplished before the short statute of limitations. They will begin immediately trying to negotiate with all the involved insurance companies to negotiate a settlement for you that is fair to you.
Your lawyer will also work on collecting evidence for the case and try to get your fault reduced if you had any assigned to you. According to Tennessee Code Annotated §20-1-119, Tennessee uses comparative negligence to determine fault, which means any award you do receive will be reduced by the amount of fault assigned to you. In other words, if you are awarded $200,000 but are 25% responsible for the wreck, then your total award would be $150,000 before attorney fees.
In order to prove that the other driver was more at fault, you will need to prove that they first violated their duty to you to drive their vehicle responsibly and that their failure to do so directly caused the accident that injured you.
For more information, contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC today for a free case consultation.
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Compensation You May Be Entitled to Receive
In a car accident, there are several financial issues that arise. From property damage to medical bills, you could be looking at thousands of dollars in losses. Recovering those is important so that you are not stuck with these bills or other losses. Things you might be able to receive compensation for include:
- Personal property damage
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Wrongful death
- Pain and suffering
Your attorney can work with you to determine what to include in your claim. You may also need to claim loss of both future earnings and medical bills if you suffer from a severe injury that will prevent you from returning to work and will require rehabilitation for years to come.
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Contact Us Today if You Are a Victim of a Car Accident
At Ben Crump Law, PLLC, we are in the business of helping car accident victims recover the compensation they so desperately need in order to work toward recovering from this traumatic event. Our attorneys work with many clients across the area and know how urgent it is to work quickly in Tennessee. Your Nashville car accident lawyer will work tirelessly to help you get the award you deserve.
Contact us today at (844) 730-0233 to begin your free consultation with one of our representatives, so we can get your case started. It is of no obligation to you, so pick up the phone now. We are standing by to discuss your case with you so that we can help guide you and get you connected with a legal team that can provide you with the help you deserve.
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