Client: Robert J. Dewey, P.A.
Copyright 2008 Robert J. Dewey, P.A.
Car Accidents
Charlotte, North Carolina
Car accidents result in thousands of injuries and deaths every year. They are quickly becoming the main cause of preventable death in the world today, especially in the United States. Whether you are driving a car, are a passenger in a car or a pedestrian involved in an accident with a car, you may be entitled to compensation for your pain, suffering and injury. Robert J. Dewey, P.A. of Charlotte, North Carolina knows the laws governing car accidents and he can help you claim what you are entitled to.
Some claims from car accidents that you may be entitled to include:
� Serious injuries
� Medical expenses
� Pedestrians involved
� Loss of income
� Defective vehicle
� Uninsured driver
What to do if you�re injured
Immediately after a car accident, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention. If you are able, it is important to collect all relevant information from the scene. Some information you will need from other drivers involved is:
� License numbers
� Names
� Addresses
� Phone numbers
� Insurance information
It is also important to keep a log of all of the information relating to any mental or physical injuries you may have suffered as a result of the car accident. Write down all of the details about the accident that you can remember while it is still fresh in your mind.
What Issues are Involved After an Accident?
Claims for injuries after a car accident involve the amount of carelessness and negligence on the part of the person who is at fault. In extreme cases, an intentional, reckless act will determine what is involved. The main issues that arise are insurance coverage, liability and damages.
Who Pays for Injuries and Damage?
If you are responsible for the car accident, your liability insurance will pay for the other driver�s property and personal injuries. If someone else is at fault, their liability insurance will pay for your property and injuries.
If the damage or injury was caused by improper maintenance of the road the accident occurred on, the government agency responsible for the maintenance is responsible for expenses incurred as a result of the car accident.
If any insurance company offers you a settlement, do not take it. The law firm of Robert J. Dewey, P.A. in Charlotte, North Carolina will help you determine what you are entitled to before agreeing to any settlement or signing anything after a car accident. Contact them today.