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Injured in a car wreck caused by a driver who was distracted by the wheel? Legal compensation may be available to you. Get in touch today to learn more.
It's Time to Take Legal Action
No one likes to admit they are a bad driver. Even if you follow the rules of the road and drive safely, you could still be guilty of one of the most common forms of bad driving: distracted driving. According to the most recent data collected by the U.S. Department of Transportation, 324,819 people were injured in crashes involving a distracted driver in a single year. Distracted driving is also a significant concern in Louisville.
It only takes a few seconds for a driver to remove their eyes from the road to trigger an accident that can be catastrophic. If you’ve been injured in an accident because another driver wasn’t paying attention, you need to discuss your options for recovering damages with a Louisville distracted driving lawyer. The attorneys at Peterson Law Office have decades of combined experience with this type of claim. Our goal is to find a fast resolution for our clients that brings them peace and allows them to focus on their recovery without worrying about financial burdens.
In the aftermath of a car accident, it might not be obvious if the driver who caused your accident was distracted. That can be uncovered during the course of an investigation that our team will conduct. If that can be established, it will be clear who was at fault in that accident. That will go a long way towards determining what you are due. It would be helpful to discuss what happened with one of our Louisville distracted driving attorneys.
As you decide whether you should move forward with a claim, it will help to understand the definition of distracted driving, the boundaries of the law, and what you can expect from filing a claim.
Distracted driving includes any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from the safe operation of their vehicle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies three main types of distraction:
This involves taking your eyes off the road because of something you’re looking at, either in the car or the side of the road.
If you take your hands off the wheel, you reduce your ability to control your vehicle.
Taking your mind off driving by daydreaming, talking to passengers, or focusing on something other than the road would be considered a cognitive distraction.
The following are examples of driving distractions that could have caused the accident you were involved in:
The most common and dangerous form is texting while driving. Reading or sending a text takes about five seconds of attention. At 55 miles per hour, that’s like driving the length of a football field blindfolded. It’s one of the reasons why the Kentucky legislature has passed a law to reduce distracted driving.
That law makes texting while driving illegal for all drivers, regardless of age. Additionally, drivers under 18 are prohibited from using any type of cell phone, whether handheld or hands-free. One of the first things that our investigators will obtain is the cell phone records of the at-fault driver. Those can prove that the driver was using their phone at the time of the accident.
Distracted drivers can cause a wide range of accidents throughout Louisville. Which of the following types of accident is involved in your claim?
These accidents often result in serious injuries, from broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, to spinal cord damage.
When asked, the at-fault driver will most likely deny that they were distracted. In order to avoid paying out a claim, an insurance company will accept its policyholder’s version of the accident. That shifts the burden to you and your Louisville distracted driving attorney to prove liability. At Peterson Law Office, we gather and present evidence such as:
We know the best approach for utilizing this evidence to establish negligence and strengthen your claim.
Before setting up his practice, Justin Peterson represented several of the nation’s largest insurance companies. That has provided the entire firm with unique insights into how insurance companies approach the claim approval process. It also means that Peterson Law Office will be ready to knock down the following challenges:
When we take on a claim, we assume responsibility for all communication with the insurers. Our role is to protect your interests and push back against tactics designed to minimize your claim.
At Peterson Law Office, we understand that car accidents can leave victims with a lifetime of medical bills, pain, and suffering. If you’ve been injured by actions taken by a distracted driver, you may be owed compensation for your damages.
There might come a time when there is resistance from an insurance company that can impede you from getting compensation. When that happens, we might recommend filing a personal injury lawsuit. Filing a personal injury lawsuit isn’t about being litigious; it’s about protecting your rights and ensuring you have the financial resources you need to recover.
A personal injury lawsuit gives you the chance to recover damages for more than just out-of-pocket expenses. You may also be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and future medical needs. These damages are designed to help you rebuild your life and move forward after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence.
It is our experience that when we file a lawsuit and put an insurance company on notice, they become more motivated to settle. Even if we still move forward with the lawsuit, it demonstrates our resolve. Often, we will settle out of court before a jury can be seated.
Everyone knows the dangers of distracted driving, but that doesn’t prevent these accidents from happening. If you or a loved one has been harmed because another driver wasn’t paying attention, you deserve an advocate who will stand up for your rights.
At Peterson Law Office, we know how to build strong cases against negligent drivers and their insurers. Our team works tirelessly to secure the compensation you need for medical care, lost wages, and the pain and suffering caused by the crash.
Don’t wait to get the help you need. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation with a Louisville distracted driving lawyer. We’ll listen to your story, explain your legal options, and guide you every step of the way.
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