Virginia has more than 100,000 car accidents involving death or injury every year. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, the leading causes of car accidents include:

  • Driver errors are mistakes on the road many of us make every day. They include lane changes, failure to yield at a stop sign, running a red light, or following too closely. Driver error is responsible for nearly 30 percent of all car accidents.
  • Speeding, especially reckless speeding, is often a factor in 20 percent of all car accidents and 46 percent of fatalities.
  • Driver distraction is another neglectful behavior, from talking on the phone to eating or talking or not watching the road.
  • Impaired driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs puts others in danger and often leads to more fatal crashes.

Car accidents happen daily, and the mistakes that cause them can be prevented.

What are Examples of Car Accident Injuries?

Every car accident is different. Some vehicle crashes result in minor bumps and bruises, while others suffer from serious physical and mental trauma when crashes occur. The more serious the car accident, the more likely a personal injury claim is necessary to recover damages.

Head trauma is one of the most serious car accident injuries, though other examples include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Back injuries
  • Burns and lacerations
  • Fractures
  • Disfigurement related to facial injuries and scars
  • Limb loss and amputation

If you are recovering from a car accident and concerned about your future, contact our injury attorneys to see how we can help change the outcome.

Should I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Compensation for pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost income is the number one driver behind filing a personal injury lawsuit. When serious enough, car accidents can impact multiple areas of your life—all at once—and hinder your ability to work and live. The question for most people is whether to settle with the insurance company or explore the benefits of filing a lawsuit, especially when your future and lifestyle are at stake.

It’s important to note that most insurance companies settle for the lowest possible amount, not considering current and future lost wages, pain, suffering, and much more. When it comes to whether you should settle or sue, our attorneys look at the bigger picture and fight for what the accident is worth.

What Happens If I’m Liable for a Car Accident?

One person can cause a car accident, or two people can be at-fault. At the moment, it’s important to protect yourself and contact the police so they can file an official report. This is to avoid assumptions around a hit-and-run, which could lead to additional charges if you caused the accident.

Causing an accident with serious injuries goes above and beyond insurance company coverage. An accident victim can rightfully pursue a personal injury lawsuit to cover losses, such as medical expenses, lost income, loss of earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering.

Contact our attorneys as soon as possible so we can get ahead of the situation and work out a favorable resolution. Schedule a free consultation now: (703) 420-3725.