The number of car accidents that happen every year in the United States is astounding. With today's hectic lifestyles and our reliance on technology, unfortunately, many of those accidents could have easily been avoided. One of the leading causes of car accidents is distracted driving. A distracted driver is someone who is not paying full attention to their driving. There are many instances where someone would be considered to be driving distractedly. Some of those instances may include reaching for a phone, checking a map or GPS, texting, or taking a photo.
Unfortunately, many of us have been involved in a motor vehicle accident and know that it can be a very stressful experience. Especially when the accident may not have happened if everyone involved had been paying attention. When negligence or distraction is to blame, the frustration and anger can be overwhelming. While we know that any accident can put a significant emotional and mental strain on us, it can also result in serious injury, which can lead to hefty medical expenses and loss of income if you have to be away from your job. Dealing with insurance companies can also be exhausting and very confusing. They may offer you an insurance settlement that will not be sufficient to compensate you for the damage to your vehicle, let alone for the pain and suffering you've endured as a result of the accident.
Obtaining the services of an attorney immediately will help alleviate the financial stress and sometimes complicated process of dealing with an insurance company on your own. An insurance company will not have your best interests as a priority, but a skilled attorney will.
Car accidents happen and take an emotional and physical toll on your well-being. However, to ease some of the anxiety that results, an experienced attorney can handle all of the financial and legal details of your case. They will investigate thoroughly to understand the cause of the accident, and take every step necessary to ensure you are fully and completely compensated. It is in your best interests to let your attorney handle the insurance details so that you can focus on recovery.
Alvin F. de Levie is a 1973, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a 1976 graduate of the Villanova University School of Law. He is an expert in Pennsylvania Law revolving around medical malpractice and personal injury.
Mr. de Levie has consistently been voted by his peers to receive Martindale-Hubbell's "AV Preeminent" 5.0 out of 5.0 rating. An AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.
