The Aftermath Of A Motor Vehicle Accident

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that the average driver will narrowly avoid two accidents each month, and be involved in a collision at least every six years. Automobile accidents cause broken bones, permanent spinal injuries, and one quarter of all traumatic brain injuries. In 1990, NHTSA reported that 6% of all individuals injured in an automobile accident are killed or suffer severe injuries. The injuries typically include whiplash, back injury, brain trauma, and knee injuries.

Many individuals cannot return to work after their accident. Those suffering brain or spinal trauma may need full time nursing care for the rest of their lives. Driving is particularly dangerous in the state of Illinois. In 2005, Chicago was listed as one of the ten deadliest cities for automobile accidents. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there have been over 737 fatal crashes in Illinois in 2009.

After suffering serious injuries in an accident, it is important to contact a Chicago car accident attorney to obtain insurance benefits from the responsible party. Most drivers assume that their insurance company will be available to help them through the gory aftermath of a serious accident. They expect that their medical bills and future expenses will be paid. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

During the past five years, the insurance industry trend is to deny claims outright or make offers far below the settlement value of the case. Industry insiders freely admit that claims adjusters deliberately make low offers because, in the aftermath of a stressful accident, individuals will accept any amount rather than face the uncertainty and stress of litigation. The insurers deliberately try to make it difficult for injured parties to submit a claim. Claims handlers actually receive bonuses and promotions based on their ability to settle a claim for less than it's worth.

A personal injury attorney knows how to defeat the insurance company and obtain the settlement you deserve. A personal injury attorney will ensure that you do not accept a settlement until your treatment is concluded and your condition is evaluated by experts ready testify on your behalf at trial. A skilled attorney will help you make arrangements with your physician to defer payments until your claim is settled. Most importantly, a personal injury attorney is working for you, not a corporation.
Contact Shea Law Group, Chicago injury lawyers for assistance in getting what you are owed. Servicio en espanol - Chicago abogado de lesion.