Auto Accident Lawsuits | The Guardian Legal Network

Auto Accident Lawsuit

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics found there were over five million auto accidents in 2020; among them were 2.28 million injured people. That same year, the National Safety Council found the total cost of these accidents reached 473.2 billion dollars.

This experience is taxing for thousands of Americans, complete with multiple trials and tribulations, especially when they aren’t at fault for the accident. Recovery, insurance, and documentation are all necessary steps to getting your life back together. Fortunately, you don’t need to tackle this situation alone.

You may qualify for potential legal compensation if you’ve been injured in a car accident. The Guardian Legal Network can put you in contact with a personal injury lawyer ready to take your case. Act now and pursue the justice you deserve.

Injuries in Auto Accidents

Car accidents can lead to multiple injuries that require medical attention. These can range from mild diagnoses to life-threatening issues and may provide the qualifications necessary to participate in this lawsuit. Some notable examples include:

Burns
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Paralysis
Internal Injuries
Fractures & Broken Bones
Disfigurements & Scars
Limb Loss or Amputation
Whiplash
Lacerations, Bruises, & Road Rash
Crush Injuries
Soft Tissue Injuries
PTSD

Additionally, there can be unclassified injuries to the following:

Back
Spinal Cord
Knees
Neck
Feet & Ankles
Shoulders
Wrists or Hands

Following a Car Accident

Following an auto accident, there are actions you need to take to secure a claim. These can all be done while waiting for emergency responders. What needs to be done are:

Contacting 911: Before anything else, call emergency responders to address any life-threatening injuries. It’s best to ensure all passengers are safe before any other actions take place.

Document the Accident: Remain at the scene, speak with the driver to exchange insurance information, and take pictures of the damage along with the make, model, and tag number. Stay at the scene until the authorities arrive to release you while documenting as much information as possible.

Gather Plenty of Details: Speak to any witnesses at the scene, passengers of each vehicle, and the other driver for license numbers and contact information. Be sure not to admit fault when speaking with the others at the scene–they are gathering the same details, and your words can be used in court.

After you’ve been released from the scene and have all the relevant information, seek medical attention for any unforeseen injuries. While everything may seem okay, some damage can take a few days to manifest.

Possible Settlements

Settlements for an auto accident can result from the guilty party’s insurance company paying a lump sum. The amount itself varies depending on multiple factors regarding the vehicle’s make, the damage sustained, and the cost of medical bills.

Though a specific amount varies by source, the Insurance Information Institute found the average auto claim amounts in 2018.

Property Damage Liability Claim: $3,841
Bodily Injury Liability Claim: $15,785
Collison Claim: $3,574
Comprehensive Claim: $1,833

These amounts have likely fluctuated as the Insurance Information Institute also found auto insurance companies saw an increased loss from claims between 2018 to 2021 by over 23.5 million dollars.

What We Can Do For You

Providing the Legal Aid You Need

The Guardian Legal Network can connect you with a personal injury attorney ready to fight on your behalf. We connect qualified claimants to experienced legal experts who are passionate about their clients and their struggles.

Complete our no-cost claim review and pursue the justice you deserve.

References

“Facts + Statistics: Auto Insurance.” Insurance Information Institute, January 27, 2023. https://www.iii.org/fact-statistic/facts-statistics-auto-insurance.
“Motor Vehicle Safety Data.” Motor Vehicle Safety Data | Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 2021. https://www.bts.gov/content/motor-vehicle-safety-data.
“National Safety Council.” Injury Facts, April 26, 2022. https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/motor-vehicle/overview/introduction/.

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