Car accidents can range from mild “fender benders” all the way on up to serious accidents, in which one or both cars involved may be completely totaled and ruled as “total losses.”
When you’ve been involved in a car accident, it doesn’t matter if it’s big or small. If you were not at fault in the accident, then it’s important to contact a car accident lawyer in OKC, including the very reputable Johnson & Biscone firm. Contacting an attorney is important because many major problems can arise after a car accident.
Brain/Head Injuries
One of the very worst and most-feared injuries commonly caused by car accidents is a brain or head injury. When a person’s head makes contact with a dashboard, a windshield, or even an airbag, serious injuries can occur. Some people may develop only a mild concussion while others could have a traumatic brain injury that forever changes and impairs their abilities.
Anytime the head is struck in an accident, the victim should be thoroughly examined by a doctor even if he or she appears fine. Accidents that may appear minor at first can sometimes still carry serious risks of death or permanent disability.
When brain or head injuries do occur, a lawyer can help to assess the damage and can assist the victim in getting what he or she is owed, above and beyond what the other person’s insurance company may be offering, for medical bills, lost time and wages, and pain and suffering.
Uninsured Drivers
Most states require all drivers to have and to maintain automobile insurance at all times. Unfortunately, that law doesn’t always stop people from putting the keys in the ignition and going for a drive. When those who drive without insurance get into an accident, they will typically face criminal charges, but what about the other person in the accident?
If you have suffered damages to your car or have sustained injuries as a result of a collision with an uninsured driver, you have the right to sue that person for your expenses. Your lawyer can help you to navigate the litigation process and to determine the likelihood of a successful case.
Spinal Cord Injuries
After the brain, the spinal cord is probably the most important part of the body. Unfortunately, it’s also a body part commonly injured in car accidents. The impact of a car accident often causes bone fragments or other parts of the spinal cord to dislocate. When dislocated, they can easily tear and strain parts of the spinal cord.
Depending on the severity of the injuries, a spinal cord injury might result in paralysis, loss of feeling, and a multitude of other problems. Severe spinal cord injuries are often cause for litigation, and victims should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible following the accident.
Aggravating Circumstances
Everyone makes mistakes, and more often than not, that’s what causes car accidents- simple mistakes. When the accident is caused by more than just a tiny mistake, however, there are said to be “aggravating circumstances” present, and the presence of aggravating circumstances usually means that you have a fairly good chance of getting repaid for your losses. If the other driver was drunk, under the influence of drugs, or driving an unsafe vehicle, for example, these are aggravating circumstances worthy of being discussed with a lawyer.
If you’re not sure whether or not aggravating circumstances were present, a lawyer can still be of great help to you. In fact, anytime you’re in an accident and you weren’t at fault, speaking with an attorney is a wise decision.
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