AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS

Automobile accidents are a part of our society. Unfortunately, injuries occur during many of these accidents and some injuries can be very serious. In 2005, studies estimated over six million automobile accidents occurred with over 2.5 million individuals injured.

It should be further noted that automobile accidents are a leading cause of death and injury among specific age groups such as children and young adults. Additionally, accidents not only injure and cause death to occupants of automobile but pedestrians as well.

Auto Accident Liability

In auto accident cases, liability is determined by the negligence standard. A driver who negligently operates a motor vehicle may be liable for damages that the driver causes to another´s person or property. Therefore, the injured party seeking to recover damages from a driver of a motor vehicle must demonstrate or prove that the driver was negligent or failed to exercise reasonable care.

Some examples of a driver acting negligent are:

  • Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI)
  • Failing to follow traffic signals or lights
  • Failing to operate at the appropriate speed or conditions
  • Failing to yield to other traffic
  • Failing to drive on the right side of the road.

Injured Party Recourse

An injured party may have causes of actions against other individuals or entities that have caused automobile accidents. An injured party may be able to recover damages from the defective construction or design of an automobile or part of the automobile, such as an airbag, seatbelt, or tire.

These types of cases are called products liability and seek to hold the manufacturer or distributor of a product liable for selling a defective product that caused a personal injury.

An injured party may also be able to recover damages from a:

  • Mechanic for a failure to repair a vehicle
  • City or municipality for improper design or construction of a road or highway
  • Bar, restaurant, or individual that provides an intoxicated person with alcohol before the intoxicated person causes an automobile accident.

Staver & Gainsberg

We at Staver & Gainsberg have the experience and know how to handle every aspect of an injury case as a result of an automobile accident. We will make sure that the injured party is able to obtain the highest amount of compensation possible from the responsible party or insurance company.

The facts of each accident are important; also of importance is the type and nature of insurance possessed by the responsible & injured parties. Staver & Gainsberg has the specific knowledge to address the complex insurance issues that arise in many automobile accidents.

If you a family member, friend, or co-worker has been injured in an automobile accident, please call Staver & Gainsberg at (312) 422-1130 to investigate the accident and see if compensation can be recovered.

The initial consultation is free. We will take most cases on a contingency basis, which means we do not get paid until we recover funds or obtain a monetary award

The statute of limitation provides a specific time frame during which an injured party may bring a lawsuit against the responsible party; therefore, you should not delay in contacting Staver & Gainsberg regarding your automobile accident.

 


 


Disclaimer: The information on this website is not intended as a legal opinion or legal advice. The facts of every case are different and give rise to issues that may not even be discussed here. You are urged to consult an attorney who is licensed to practice in your area before you take any legal action.