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Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Automobile Accidents

On roads and interstates across America, someone is injured in a traffic accident every 12 seconds. Driving is a privilege, not a right. But unfortunately, many people take the luxury of driving for granted. The outcome is thousands of devastating motor vehicle collisions and lives of unsuspecting drivers that are forever changed in mere seconds. If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, contact a qualified automobile accident attorney as soon as possible.

Negligence on the road

Failure to execute reasonable care while driving is considered negligence. If you are a driver, passenger or pedestrian involved in an accident in which another person’s reckless or careless behavior caused your injury, you can hold that party legally responsible.

In South Carolina, even if you were partially to blame for the accident, as long as your contribution was less than 50 percent, you can still collect money for your injuries. This is system of fault is called “contributory negligence.”

Injuries and compensation

In general, the victim of an automobile accident can bring a claim to recover any costs associated with the accident. This can include:

Property damage costs
Medical bills and future medical treatment
Lost wages and the inability to earn future income
Other economic damages
Physical pain and suffering
Emotional anguish
Loss of companionship
Lost inheritance

If you or a family member has suffered a traumatic brain injury in the Greenville, South Carolina area, please contact South Carolina traumatic brain injury attorneys at the Dick James Law Firm today to schedule your free case review.

posted by Megan P at 9:53 AM

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