Car Accident Lawyer - Pike County, KY

Sadly, in the United States, every 13 minutes a person dies in a car crash. Many more suffer serious injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle crash, your whole world can be turned upside down in a moment. You are most likely confused and overwhelmed. There are financial, physical, psychological, and emotional challenges to face, which may include doctors’ appointments, surgeries, therapy sessions, damaged vehicle repairs, and insurance claims. That said, if you’re reading this, you’re in the right place. Contact a knowledgeable Pike County car accident lawyer from Shane Hall Attorney at Law, PLLC today for help through each phase of the personal injury claims process ahead.

Car Accident Lawyer | Fighting for Clients in Pike County & throughout KY

Sustaining an injury in a car accident of any kind can result in significant and long-term impacts on a person’s life. However, by hiring a seasoned Pike County, KY auto accident lawyer, you drastically increase your chances of recovering compensation that can help you get your life back on track sooner, rather than later. Our law firm has nearly five decades of combined legal experience representing victims of car accidents and other motor vehicle accidents here in the state of Kentucky, and we are prepared to put that experience to work for you in your case. Give us a call today or contact us online so we can begin fighting for the compensation you deserve and need.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

You may not be particularly surprised to learn that most car accidents are caused by driver negligence, and are, therefore, largely preventable. Some common examples of driver negligence that we see time and time again are as follows:

Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Texting while driving, or otherwise driving while distracted (e.g. eating while driving, smoking while driving, applying makeup/fixing hair, etc.)
Speeding
Unsafely merging or changing lanes, such as making a maneuver before looking or without using turn signals
Running red lights, or otherwise disregarding traffic signs/signals
Failing to yield the right of way to pedestrians or other vehicles
Driving while drowsy or fatigued

What Should I Do After a Car Accident?

After a car accident, the most important thing a victim should focus on is getting better. The only way you will be able to do that is to seek proper medical treatment for injuries. Wrecks involving trucks tend to involve serious injuries due to the huge difference in size between a car and a big truck. Many of the people who have the ability to walk away from a wreck try to “tough it out” and wait to see a medical provider. The insurance company uses any “gap in treatment” against you to argue that you weren’t really injured. It is very important to follow up with a qualified medical provider as soon as possible after a wreck.

That said, there are additional steps you can take while still at the scene of the accident that may increase your chances of winning a future personal injury claim. Those steps are as follows:

Call the police at the scene of the accident. They’ll send medical services and write up a police report of the accident itself. This report will contain critical information, including when, where, and how the accident occurred.
Get the other driver’s insurance information. You can be polite, but you should never apologize, even if you’re just “being nice.”
Speak with anyone who witnessed your accident and ask them for their contact information and/or a written or recorded statement regarding how your accident occurred.
Take pictures of any damage to your vehicle, the other driver’s vehicle, and any property that was involved in the accident.
Hang onto all medical documentation and bills concerning your injuries.
Retain the services of a seasoned Pikeville car accident lawyer who can determine liability in your accident and, from there, pursue financial compensation on your behalf.

Recovering Compensation After a Car Accident

At Shane Hall Attorney at Law, PLLC, we are equipped with years of experience and the knowledge of personal injury and car crash laws necessary to provide exceptional legal representation when you need it most.

Our firm aggressively pursues maximum recovery for car wreck victims. In Kentucky, if you or a family member has been injured as a result of the reckless or negligent actions of another driver, you have a legal right to recover damages, which may include the following:

Medical bills
Lost wages
Auto repair
Rental car expenses
Pain and suffering
Rehabilitation costs
Loss of future earning capacity
Loss of enjoyment of life

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Injury Claim in Kentucky?

In the state of Kentucky, car accident injury victims are required to file their personal injury claim within two years of their last PIP payment or two years from the date their accident occurred (if no PIP payments were made). This timeframe is known as the statute of limitations. Waiting longer than this will likely result in the statute of limitations expiring, meaning they will no longer be allowed to sue. Don’t make the mistake of waiting. Once you get medical treatment, your next step should be hiring a dedicated car accident lawyer who can initiate the claims process right away.

Seek Trusted Guidance | Contact a Car Accident Lawyer

Handling your own car wreck case without legal help is never a good idea. While insurance companies make convincing promises when selling an insurance policy, they strive to pay as little as possible when settling a claim. A skilled car accident lawyer understands insurance company tactics, the current governing laws, and how to get you the most money as quickly as possible.

You deserve a strong courtroom lawyer who will not hesitate to take a case to trial to get a full recovery. With Shane Hall Attorney at Law, PLLC, our more than 45 years of combined experience, thorough case preparation, and excellent litigation skills provide you with invaluable leverage at the negotiating table. Contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation with our seasoned personal injury law firm.