About Auto Accidents

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Automobile accidents are an unfortunate risk of using public roads and highways to travel from one point to another. Accidents can occur between two vehicles; between one vehicle and one person on a motorcycle; or between an automobile and a cyclist or pedestrian. Minor accidents that cause little property damage or only minor injuries may be resolved with insurance companies, but some accidents that cause severe injuries or extensive property damage may only be resolved through litigation. If you have been involved an an auto accident and need legal assistance, be sure to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer who has a track record of successfully handling automobile accident cases.

There are many different things that can cause automobile accidents. The most common is driver error. This is when a driver makes an error such as traveling at an excessive speed, passing in an unsafe manner, failing to yield the right of way, tailgating other automobiles, and failing to follow traffic signs or devices. Drivers may also become distracted and cause automobile accidents. This can happen if a driver gets distracted by something happening on the street or in another car or if the driver's attention has been shifted to completing tasks like changing the radio station, applying makeup, or using a mobile phone to make calls or send text messages.

Driving under the influence is also a cause of many automobile accidents. When drivers are intoxicated, their coordination is impaired, as is their ability to safely navigate an automobile. Bad weather cannot be controlled, but it can contribute to automobile accidents. Strong winds, rain, hail, snow, and other weather conditions can reduce visibility, make roads slippery, or make it difficult to keep a car on the road. Road design and road conditions can also contribute to automobile accidents. Bad road design issues can include poorly designed intersections, lack of traffic controls, poorly-placed road signs, and obstacles that can cause injuries when accidents occur.

When automobile accidents cannot be resolved through insurance companies and progress to litigation, the cases usually involve two automobiles. However, there are some special circumstances that can interfere with the litigation of other types of accidents. Hit and run accidents can be difficult to litigate because the accident victim may not be able to identify a driver that has fled the scene. When a pedestrian is hit by the car, it can be difficult to make a claim against the driver of the automobile because these accidents are often blamed on how the pedestrian was behaving. If your vehicle has been modified to have features such as tinted headlights or windows, getting involved in accident litigation can be difficult because these modifications may be perceived as altering the safety of a vehicle.

If you've been involved in an automobile accident and are not getting the compensation you deserve from an insurance company, you may need to take legal action. Contact us at Napoli Bern Ripka LLP so that we may discuss your case with you and determine the best action to take to ensure that you get the results you deserve.

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