Auto Accident Lawyers
Auto Accident Lawyers Fighting for Injured People
A serious auto accident can change your life in seconds. Injuries can require extensive medical treatment, prevent you from working, and leave you and your family facing difficult questions about what comes next.
When another person or company may be responsible for the collision, Brayton Purcell LLP can help. Our attorneys represent plaintiffs and their families, investigating what happened, identifying potentially responsible parties, documenting the harm caused by the accident, and pursuing the compensation available under the law.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, contact Brayton Purcell to discuss your legal options.
There is no obligation to hire our firm after contacting us.
After a Serious Auto Accident, You Shouldn't Have to Navigate the Legal Process Alone
The impact of an accident doesn't necessarily end when damaged vehicles are cleared from the road.
You may be dealing with medical appointments and decisions about treatment while also missing work, arranging transportation, repairing or replacing a vehicle, and communicating with insurance companies. If your injuries are severe, you may not yet know how long recovery will take or whether you will be able to return to the life and work you had before the accident.
Questions can quickly accumulate:
- Who is responsible for the collision?
- Who will pay my medical bills?
- Can I recover income I've lost because of my injuries?
- What if I need medical treatment in the future?
- What should I tell the insurance company?
- What if the other driver says I caused the accident?
- What if the responsible driver doesn't have enough insurance?
- How do I know what my claim may be worth?
You do not have to answer those questions on your own.
Brayton Purcell can evaluate the circumstances of the accident and explain the legal options that may be available to you.
How Brayton Purcell LLP Can Help After an Auto Accident
An auto accident claim may appear straightforward at first. Serious injury cases can be anything but.
Evidence can disappear. Witnesses' memories can fade. Multiple insurance policies may apply. There may be disagreement about who caused the collision or how seriously someone was injured. And in some cases, responsibility may extend beyond the drivers themselves.
Our attorneys work to understand both why the accident happened and how it changed our client's life.
Depending on the circumstances, that work may include:
Investigating How the Collision Happened
Building a case begins with understanding the facts.
Relevant evidence may include police reports, photographs and video, witness accounts, vehicle information, roadway evidence, electronic data, medical records, and other materials related to the collision.
In appropriate cases, attorneys may also work with accident reconstruction specialists and other qualified experts.
Identifying the Responsible Parties
The person driving the other vehicle may not be the only potentially responsible party.
Depending on the facts and applicable law, a claim could involve a vehicle owner, employer, commercial operator, manufacturer, government entity, or another party whose conduct contributed to the accident or resulting injuries.
Identifying all potentially responsible parties can be especially important after a catastrophic collision.
Documenting Your Injuries and Losses
A legal claim isn't only about what happened on the road. It is also about what happened afterward.
We work to develop evidence of the injuries and losses caused by a collision. That may include medical expenses, lost earnings, effects on future earning capacity, future treatment and care needs, and the broader effect of an injury on someone's daily life.
Dealing With Insurance Companies
An insurance company's interests are not necessarily the same as yours.
Our attorneys can handle communications concerning the claim and evaluate settlement proposals in light of the available evidence and applicable law.
Preparing a Case for Litigation
Some claims can be resolved without trial. Others cannot.
When litigation is appropriate, Brayton Purcell can build the evidence necessary to pursue the case through the civil justice system.
Auto Accident Cases We Handle
Motor vehicle collisions happen in many different ways, and the cause of an accident can significantly affect the legal issues involved.
Brayton Purcell evaluates cases involving serious injuries and deaths arising from motor vehicle accidents, including:
Car Accidents
Negligent driving can turn an ordinary trip into a life-changing event. Car accident claims can involve speeding, dangerous maneuvers, distraction, impairment, failure to yield, and many other circumstances.
Rear-End Collisions
A rear-end collision can cause significant injuries, particularly at highway speeds or when multiple vehicles are involved. Determining liability can require evaluating driver behavior, stopping distances, traffic conditions, and other evidence.
Head-On Collisions
Head-on crashes can produce devastating injuries because of the forces involved. Investigations may focus on impairment, distraction, unsafe passing, excessive speed, or why a vehicle crossed into opposing traffic.
Intersection Accidents
Intersections create frequent opportunities for conflicts between vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. Disputed traffic signals, failure to yield, and unsafe turns can make determining responsibility more complicated.
Highway and Freeway Accidents
Higher speeds can increase both the severity and complexity of a collision. Freeway crashes may also involve several vehicles and multiple potentially responsible parties.
Distracted-Driving Accidents
Phones and other distractions can take a driver's eyes, hands, or attention away from driving. Evidence developed during an investigation can sometimes help establish whether distraction contributed to an accident.
Impaired-Driving Accidents
People seriously injured by an impaired driver may have civil claims separate from any criminal proceedings involving that driver.
Rideshare Accidents
Accidents involving rideshare vehicles can raise additional questions about insurance coverage and the driver's status at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
People walking or riding bicycles have little physical protection when struck by a motor vehicle. These accidents can result in traumatic brain injuries, orthopedic injuries, spinal injuries, and other severe harm.
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims
A serious injury can exceed the amount of insurance carried by the person responsible for an accident. Depending on the circumstances and the applicable policies, other sources of insurance coverage may be available.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents
When a collision results in death, eligible surviving family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim against responsible parties.
Serious Injuries Can Have Lifelong Consequences
For someone severely injured in an auto accident, the impact of a collision may continue long after leaving the hospital. Serious motor vehicle accidents can result in injuries such as:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck and back injuries
- Broken bones and complex orthopedic injuries
- Internal organ injuries
- Burns and scarring
- Permanent physical impairment
- Amputation Injuries requiring rehabilitation or long-term care
- Fatal injuries
Understanding the full consequences of an injury can be particularly important before resolving a legal claim. An injury that initially appears temporary may affect someone's ability to work, perform everyday activities, or live independently for years to come.
Were You or Someone in Your Family Seriously Injured in an Auto Accident?
You don't need to determine on your own whether you have a case.
Tell us what happened. Brayton Purcell LLP can evaluate the circumstances and help you understand your legal options.
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What Compensation May Be Available?
Every accident and every injury is different. The compensation available in a particular case depends on the facts, applicable law, available insurance or assets, and other factors.
Depending on the circumstances, damages in an auto accident case may include compensation for:
Medical Expenses
This may include hospital treatment, surgery, physician care, medication, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and other accident-related medical care.
Future Medical Care
A catastrophic injury may require additional surgery, rehabilitation, assistive equipment, medication, in-home assistance, or other treatment and care in the future.
Lost Income
When an injury prevents someone from working, lost wages and other income may form part of a claim.
Reduced Future Earning Capacity
Some injuries permanently affect the kind or amount of work a person can perform. In appropriate cases, the resulting effect on future earnings may be considered.
Pain and Emotional Distress
The effects of a serious injury extend beyond financial bills. Applicable law may permit recovery for physical pain and other noneconomic consequences caused by an accident.
Property Damage
A claim may also address damage to a vehicle or other personal property resulting from the collision.
Other damages may be available depending on the circumstances.
An attorney can assess the specific facts rather than relying on an online "settlement calculator" or an insurer's initial assessment of the claim.
Why Choose Brayton Purcell LLP?
When a serious injury turns someone's life upside down, choosing a law firm isn't simply about finding someone to submit paperwork to an insurance company.
Brayton Purcell is a plaintiffs' law firm. We represent people who have been harmed, not the corporations or insurance companies opposing their claims.
We believe serious cases deserve serious preparation. Our work begins with understanding what happened, identifying the evidence and responsible parties, and developing the facts necessary to pursue our client's claim.
Frequently Asked Questions About Auto Accident Lawsuits
1Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
Not every collision requires an attorney. A minor property-damage accident with no injuries may be resolved through insurers.
Serious injury cases can present very different issues. If an accident resulted in hospitalization, surgery, permanent impairment, substantial time away from work, a death, disputed responsibility, or questions about available insurance, consulting an attorney can help you understand your options before making decisions about the claim.
An attorney can review your child's history and identify all potentially responsible parties.
2How Do I Know Whether I Have an Auto Accident Case?
A potential case generally requires evaluating how the collision happened, whether another person or entity may be legally responsible, what injuries and losses resulted, and whether applicable legal deadlines have been met.
Because those questions depend on individual facts, a legal consultation is usually more useful than trying to determine eligibility from a checklist.
3What If I Was Partly Responsible for the Accident?
Being partially responsible for an accident does not automatically mean you have no legal options in every jurisdiction.
Rules concerning shared fault vary. An attorney can evaluate the evidence and explain how the applicable law could affect a potential claim.
4What Should I Do If an Insurance Company Calls Me?
You may need to communicate with an insurer after an accident, but be careful about giving detailed statements, signing documents, authorizing broad access to records, or accepting a settlement before understanding how those decisions could affect your rights.
If you've suffered a serious injury, consider obtaining legal advice before resolving the claim.
5What If the Other Driver Doesn't Have Insurance?
There may still be options.
For example, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage could potentially apply depending on the circumstances and applicable insurance policies. Other parties or sources of recovery may also need to be investigated.
6How Much Is My Auto Accident Case Worth?
There isn't a responsible way to value a serious injury case from a few pieces of information.
Factors may include the severity and permanence of the injuries, past and anticipated medical care, lost earnings, future ability to work, noneconomic harm, evidence concerning liability, available insurance or assets, and the law governing the case.
Be cautious about websites promising an instant settlement estimate.
7How Long Do I Have to File an Auto Accident Lawsuit?
Legal deadlines called statutes of limitations restrict how long an injured person has to bring a lawsuit. The specific deadline depends on jurisdiction and the nature of the claim.
Some matters, including certain claims involving government entities, may have separate and significantly shorter procedural deadlines.
Because missing an applicable deadline can prevent a claim from proceeding, don't rely on this page to calculate your filing deadline. Consult an attorney about your particular situation.
Because deadlines can vary significantly, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
8How Long Does an Auto Accident Case Take?
There is no single timeline.
The duration can depend on the medical course, complexity of the accident investigation, number of parties involved, disputes about liability or damages, insurance coverage, settlement negotiations, and whether a lawsuit and trial become necessary.
9How much does it cost to speak with Brayton Purcell LLP?
Nothing.
Brayton Purcell LLP offers free, confidential case evaluations. There is no obligation, and you will not pay any legal fees unless we obtain compensation on your behalf.
10What Evidence May Help Establish Who Caused an Accident?
Relevant evidence can include police reports, witness information, photographs, video footage, vehicle damage, roadway evidence, electronic data, medical records, and other information.
Complex cases may also involve expert analysis.
11Can a Family Bring a Claim After a Fatal Auto Accident?
Eligible family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim when another party's wrongful conduct caused a person's death.
Who can bring the claim, applicable deadlines, and available damages depend on the law governing the case.
Free Auto Accident Case Review
If you or someone in your family has been seriously injured in an auto accident, you may have questions about what happened, who is responsible, and what you should do next.
Let us hear what happened.
Contact Brayton Purcell LLP for an evaluation of your potential case and to learn about the legal options that may be available to you.
Why Contact Brayton Purcell LLP Today?
✓ Free and confidential consultation
✓ No cost unless we recover compensation for you
✓ Nationally recognized plaintiff attorneys
✓ Experience handling complex litigation
✓ Compassionate guidance for families facing difficult circumstances
✓ Evaluation of all potential claims and recovery opportunities
Do Not Delay
Important evidence may become more difficult to obtain over time, and legal deadlines may affect your rights.
The sooner you speak with an attorney, the sooner you can understand whether you may qualify for compensation.
Contact Brayton Purcell LLP Today
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