How to Know When You Need an Attorney for a Car Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident, there can be a lot of moving parts that make the aftermath of the collision feel overwhelming. When another driver is involved, their insurance company will likely call you for a statement about what happened. If property damage or injuries occurred, a lawsuit can arise, and it’s essential that you stay aware and active throughout the legal process.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, hiring a car accident lawyer can be a great way to ensure you receive compensation for any medical expenses you’ve incurred. At Mahoney & Mahoney, LLC, our attorneys have handled numerous car accident claims and we can support you every step of the way to ensure all liable parties are held accountable.
When Negligence Occurred in Your Car Crash
You’ll know you need an attorney when you’ve been in a wreck and the wreck wasn’t your fault. Although there’s a small chance that someone else could’ve caused your wreck and negligence wasn’t the reason, it’s likely that negligence will play a role. Weather conditions and animals on the road may be the only instances where negligence isn’t a factor.
If a driver hits you due to their own error, they can be held liable. If a driver hits you and it becomes clear that their car malfunctioned or they hit a pothole, the car manufacturer or the government entity responsible for managing the road can be considered negligent.
It’ll take a deep investigation by your attorney to determine negligence, but having a lawyer by your side through this process will be essential if you hope to win your case and ultimately receive a settlement.
When You’ve Suffered Damages from the Accident
To file a lawsuit against a negligent party in a car accident, you must have suffered some sort of damages. You may also need a lawyer if the other driver in the wreck has suffered damages and is suing you for compensation.
Damages can include both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are financial losses you’ve experienced from the wreck. These can include property damages to your vehicle, medical expenses from personal injury, or loss of earning ability from being out of work.
Non-economic damages are ways in which the car accident has damaged your lifestyle. These damages can include emotional distress, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, scarring and disfigurement, and loss of consortium.
Contact an Illinois Car Accident Attorney
If you have any doubts about whether you need an attorney in your car accident, schedule a free, no-obligation consultation by contacting our firm. At Mahoney & Mahoney, LLC, our goal is to help injured victims in car accidents seek justice and obtain the compensation they deserve.
To speak with an Illinois car accident lawyer about your case, call 815-656-4600 to schedule a no-obligation consultation, or you can fill out the contact form below.
