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Frequently Asked Questions: Motor Vehicle Accidents
Frequently Asked Questions: Personal Injury
Article: Motor Vehicle Accidents
With more vehicles clogging our roadways than ever before, it is no wonder that the average American’s chance of being injured in a motor vehicle… » More …
October 10, 2008 |
With more vehicles clogging our roadways than ever before, it is no wonder that the average American's chance of being injured in a motor vehicle accident are better than one in 1,000 in any given year. There are more than six million car accidents on American roads each year, resulting in more than three million injuries and more than 40,000 deaths.
In California, accidents between two vehicles are the most common motor vehicle accidents - accounting for about 35% of fatal car wrecks in the state. Studies show that males are more likely than females to die in vehicle accidents, though females are more likely to be injured. For people between the ages of 21 and 44, alcohol plays a factor in 50% of all car accident fatalities. People who are not in cars are particularly at risk of serious or fatal injuries in a car accident. In 2004, there were 432 deaths in California resulting from motorcycle accidents. That same year, 684 pedestrians were killed by moving vehicles in the state.
Most motor vehicle accidents are caused by drunk or negligent drivers. However, a significant number of accidents are caused (or made worse) by dangerous driving conditions, defects in one of the vehicles involved, or a combination of several of these factors. Even if another driver was at fault, he or she may be uninsured or underinsured, compounding the problems that occur following an accident.
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to recover for your medical bills, loss of income, property damage, future anticipated medical expenses, and pain and suffering. If someone you love has died in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to obtain additional damages related to the wrongful death of your loved one. However, each case is different - the amount of compensation you deserve will depend on the specific facts and circumstances of your case. If you have filed a claim with an insurance company, the amount of money the insurance company offers you to settle the case may not adequately cover all of your needs.
The best way for you to ensure that you are fully compensated for your motor vehicle accident injuries is to consult with an experienced attorney who can review the facts and circumstances of your case and advise you of your legal rights and options. If you or your loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, the experienced attorneys at LA Personal Injury Law Group can help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
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