Motor Vehicle Accident

In 2008, there were 34,017 car accident related fatalities in the United States. Americans spent over $719.2 million in collision-related expenses last year alone.

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Memphis Car and Truck Accident Attorneys

Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz is a comprehensive personal injury law firm providing reliable advice and effective representation to plaintiffs injured in auto accidents. Since forming our firm in 1990, we have been devoted to representing seriously injured parties, and have the experience and resources needed to fully investigate and prosecute even the most complex cases against the most powerful opponents.

The following is intended to provide you with a general overview of the law in this area. Please contact us today to discuss your unique situation with a skilled Tennessee auto accidents attorney.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, truck accident, or other motor vehicle related accident, contact us today. We can help.

Motor Vehicle Accidents - An Overview

The most common type of personal injury case in our court system today are a result of auto accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every 10 seconds, someone in the United States is involved in a car accident.

In most cases, people who operate automobiles are required to operate a motor vehicle with "reasonable care under the circumstances." When a motor vehicle operator fails to use reasonable care it is considered negligence. If a driver is found to have negligently operated a vehicle resulting in an accident, they may be required to pay compensation for harm to persons and for damaged property.

It is imperative that the injured party, referred to as the personal injury plaintiff, to prove that the defendant was negligent, and that the negligence is what caused the accident, and that the accident is what caused the plaintiff's injuries.

When injured in a motor vehicle accident, you should not hesitate to discuss your case with a personal injury attorney that has demonstrated experience in litigating automobile accident cases to protect your legal rights.

Injury Compensation

If you are injured in an automobile accident caused by negligence, you may bring a lawsuit in order to recover expenses such as property damage, medical costs, economic damages, and emotional and physical pain and suffering. Because of the complex litigation involved in bringing a lawsuit you should speak to an experienced car accident lawyer to receive the compensation you deserve.

Uninsured or Underinsured Motorists

Uninsured motorist coverage is very important because many drivers cannot afford to purchase insurance or carry insufficient coverage. If you are injured by a motorist who has no liability coverage or has limited coverage, your uninsured motorist coverage may pay for property damage and medical expenses.

Should you or a loved one be involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately so that you do not waive valuable legal rights.

What to do if you are in an accident

Most states require, by law, that an individual not to leave the scene of an accident without first stopping to see whether there are damages or injuries. A person may be criminally prosecuted for leaving the scene of an automobile accident.

Do gather the other driver's contact information and insurance information.
Do call the police and report the accident.
Do take photos of the accident with your phone if possible.
Do get the names and contact information of all witnesses.
Do take notes of the events that took place.
Do seek medical attention.
Do call your insurance company.
Do contact our law firm to discuss your case.

ther Accident Facts:

Carnegie-Mellon University, released a study on January 18, 2007, revealing a number of startling statistics about vehicle accidents:

There are 1.35 male deaths as opposed to .77 female deaths for every 100 million miles driven
Male drivers are 77% more likely to die in a car accident than women.
Elderly women are 60% more likely to suffer a fatal accident than a 16-year-old boy
Elderly women are 5 times more likely to die on the road even as a passengers, and are subject to the highest road related death risks in the U.S.
Male drivers 16-23 are four times more likely to be involved in a fatal vehicle accident than the average driver, due to inexperience and lack of maturity.
The reasons for elevated risks of male drivers include speeding, and a higher likelihood of drinking and driving
Drivers between 40 and 50 have the lowest risk of being involved in a fatal car accident
Infants and children up to 4 years old have the lowest death risks
School buses had a similar safety rating, with a one-50th fatality rating in comparison to passenger cars
Motorcycle riders were 32% more likely to suffer fatal accidents compared to passenger vehicles