Wrongful Death Car Accident Lawyers

On a day-to-day basis, there is nothing the average person does that is more dangerous than getting into his or her car any given morning. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in last year, there were more than 32,367 fatalities as a result of car crashes. Too often these collisions are a result of the negligence of another person.

Types of Negligence That Cause or Contribute to Car Accidents

It is a common misconception that car accidents are always “accidental” and are something unfortunate that just happens. The truth is, many car crashes are the result of the carelessness of another driver, or the negligence of a company that has manufactured the vehicle or its parts. Some types of negligence that can cause or contribute to car accidents include but are not limited to:

• Distracted driving, including driving while texting or talking on a cell phone, driving while eating, and being distracted by passengers in the car
• Breaking the law, including speeding, running a stop sign, rushing through a yellow light or running a red light, reckless driving, and an overall disregard for others on the road
• Drunk driving
• Manufacturer defects in the car or its parts, including defective tires or poor design that causes a vehicle to roll after a collision

Common Car Accident Injuries That May Result in Fatalities

The more serious a car accident, the more critical the injuries tend to be and the higher the risk of death is for the victims involved. Some of the most commonly seen injuries in car accident cases that may lead to a fatality include:

• Open head wounds, including penetrating head wounds
• Closed head injuries and brain injuries
• Crush injuries
• Blood loss
• Damage to internal organs

When to Contact a Wrongful Death Lawyer

If a loved one has been killed as a result of a car crash, be it as a driver, a passenger, a pedestrian, or a bicyclist, it is important that you contact an attorney to discuss your options. A wrongful death claim as a result of a motor vehicle collision requires in-depth investigation, the knowledge and experience to use the information uncovered, and a zealous advocate to stand up for the rights of your loved one. You deserve an answer to how the collision happened, compensation for your loss, and ideally the knowledge that can help prevent something like this from ever happening again.

Investigating a Wrongful Death Caused by a Car Accident

The first step when bringing forward a claim for wrongful death caused by a car accident is to determine how the accident occurred. Gathering evidence from police reports, witnesses, photographs of the scene, and medical records is important in the determination of who may be at fault.

If, for example, a drunk driver caused the crash that killed your loved one, a case may be brought against the driver and potentially even the bartender who served the driver. If the accident was caused by a tire blowout, a case may be able to be brought against the manufacturer of the tires, or possibly the facility that installed the tires if they knowingly sold defective tires or did not properly install the tires on the vehicle.

A wrongful death car accident lawyer has the skills and experience to investigate every aspect of a motor vehicle collision to determine who may be able to be held legally liable for the damages you and your family have suffered.

You can learn even more about what to do if you lose a loved one in a car accident here.

Reach Out to Mazow | McCullough, P.C. Today

If a loved one has been killed in a motor vehicle collision, contact the offices of Mazow | McCullough, PC, today. Our caring, compassionate wrongful death lawyers understand the challenges you and your family are facing after the loss of your loved ones, and we’re committed to providing you with the comprehensive legal and emotional support you need during this difficult time.

We have decades of experience representing the families of those who have had their lives cut short. We understand the long-term cost and repercussions to those who have to pick up the pieces after their loved one’s wrongful death. We are devoted to seeking justice for our clients in their time of need.

Please contact Mazow | McCullough, PC, today for a free consultation about your case. The right wrongful death lawyer makes all the difference. See our recent results here.