Clarksville Car Accidents

In the aftermath of a serious car accident, victims may be confused as to what steps they should take to or who they should talk to in order to pursue a legal claim. The process of deciding whether or not to take legal action can be difficult, and experienced legal counsel can help with that choice, and deciding if there is a valid claim that can be made. Common questions asked by accident victims are if they need an attorney and what an attorney can do to help.

The most important determination that needs to be made is who was a fault for the accident, which is commonly referred to as liability. In most car accidents in the Clarksville area, multiple persons are involved, and the negligent actions of one of those persons may be the reason the accident occurred. In order to have a valid legal claim, a victim must be able to establish the legal elements of a negligence claim before an insurance company will consider accepting your claim. The elements in a negligence case are duty, breach, causation, and damages, and sometimes they can easily be applied to the situation at hand.

In more complex situations involving multiple drivers, the insurance companies of the other drivers may attempt to place blame on another party, or even the victim, for taking actions that caused the wreck. The knowledgeable motor vehicle accident attorneys of Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz have the expertise and compassion to help Clarksville residents preserve their rights and make sure they are treated fairly. For example, our lawyers can handle cases involving multiple vehicles and insurance companies, including investigating the accident, interviewing witnesses, and gathering evidence to support your case. We also know to look for certain actions that juries in Tennessee consider negligent, such as distracted driving, texting while driving, following too closely, making improper turns, and driving while fatigued.

In Tennessee, the rule for deciding negligence is the modified comparative fault rule, which means a plaintiff can only recover damages if they are less than 50% at fault for the accident. According to this rule, if an insurance company decides that the accident was 50% or more your fault, they may deny you compensation. Without the assistance of a skilled auto accident lawyer, the insurance company may reject your claim and leave you without funds to pay for damage to your vehicle, medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. We have the skills and experience to assert your rights, and that may include filing a lawsuit in court to get you fair compensation.