Car accidents are one of the leading causes of accident injuries and deaths. It only takes a
moment for an accident to happen on the road, but the injuries caused can last a lifetime. Have
you or a loved one been injured in a car accident? If so, you need an expert in
car accident cases to zealously advocate for your right to compensation after an accident. Call
the office or contact us today at the Rocky Mountain Personal Injury Center to schedule a
free consultation of your claims.
Car Accident Injuries
Injuries sustained in a car accident can range from mild to severe, and it can take anywhere from a
couple of weeks to years for victims to rehabilitate from the pain caused by a crash. In some cases,
a victim’s injuries may be permanent, resulting in a lifetime of disability or even the need for
constant care. Some of the most common injuries seen in car accidents include
the following:
Head injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Facial trauma
Neck injuries (whiplash)
Spinal cord injuries
Soft tissue damage
Fractured bones
Amputation injuries
Lacerations and scarring
Burns and road rash
Internal organ injuries
Internal bleeding
Paralysis
Death
It is important that you speak with an expert in car accident cases about your claims to
protect your right to compensation after a crash.
Victim Compensation After a Car Accident
Compensation for victims of car accidents include both economic and noneconomic
damages. Economic damages refer to all out of pocket expenses incurred by the victim because of
the car accident. This includes all current and future medical bills, lost wages, property damage,
and the loss of future income and benefits. Noneconomic damages compensate a car accident
victim for their pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, and loss of
enjoyment of life.
Compensation for car accident victims can also be affected by Utah’s modified comparative fault
rule. In all personal injury cases, the court determines the degree of fault for each party involved
in an accident and reduces the overall compensation by that percentage. However, if a party is
found to be 50% or more responsible for the accident, their compensation is reduced to $0. For
example, if a car accident victim has $200,000 in damages and is found to be 25% at fault, the
overall award is reduced to $150,000. But in the same example, if the victim is found equally or
more at fault for the crash, their award would be $0. You need an experienced car accident lawyer
to protect your case against accusations of fault after a crash.
Talk to Rocky Mountain Personal Injury Center Now
Being involved in a car accident is a scary, painful, and confusing experience that you do not have
to go through alone. Let the experienced car accident attorneys at the Rocky Mountain
Personal Injury Center aggressively fight for the compensation you deserve after a crash.
Call or contact our office today to schedule a free evaluation of your case.
