It is probably not surprising that the vast majority of individuals injured by the negligence of others are hurt as the result of automobile accidents. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, in 2005 there were six million motor vehicle accidents of which almost two million resulted in injuries. Tragically, 39,189 people lost their lives in automobile accidents in 2005. The simple truth is that driving an automobile remains the most dangerous activity most of us do in any given day.
Many individuals injured in automobile accidents believe that receiving fair compensation for their harms and losses is a relatively easy process. This belief, however, is often misplaced. As discussed in detail on our elements of claim page, in order to recover losses associated with injuries from an automobile accident, the injured party must show negligence on the part of the at fault driver, proof of the nature and extent of the damages, and show that any damages are causally related to the accident. Not surprisingly, insurance companies tend to fight each of these areas whenever possible.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident, please call or email us today for a free assessment of your case. You may not need a lawyer to resolve your claim. Many people who have only minor injuries, harms or losses may be better off handling their case on their own. If your harms and losses fall into this category, we highly recommend that you wait a few months (assuming you do not exceed the statutory time period discussed below) after your symptoms have resolved to be certain they will not reoccur. Once you settle your case with the insurance company, you cannot reopen your claim even if your injuries are more serious than you thought. In Colorado, you have at least two years, and in most cases three years, after the accident to bring your claim. Thus, there is no rush to hurry and settle your claim. If you have a question about the value of your claim or if you are considering settling your claim with the insurance company, please call or email us today. Unlike many firms, we will be the first to tell you if you are better off without the assistance of a lawyer.
Of course, many cases demand the assistance of a highly competent law firm like the Kaudy Law Firm. This can occur for a number of different reasons. Usually it becomes obvious if the insurance company is resting paying fair compensation for the injuries caused by a negligent driver.
One other note of caution, what you do in the early stages of your case can have a major impact on the ultimate result. If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident, please call or email us as soon as possible. The highly skilled attorneys at the Kaudy Law Firm are experts in handling automobile injury cases and are here to help.
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 An Overview of the Law |
| Insurance Issues |
| Types of Coverage |
| Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Coverage |
| What to do After an Automobile Accident |
| Frequently Asked Questions |