Four Common Car Accident Myths Debunked

 Just being involved in a car accident can be stressful in itself. But when you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a car crash, the aftermath can be very traumatic as you undergo treatment and attempt to heal from injuries while at the same time facing numerous medical expenses and other associated costs. This may be an anxious time for you as you try to determine how to meet your expenses and in many cases, hold the at-fault parties accountable.

The New York City personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of Kenneth A. Wilhelm have represented victims of auto accidents for more than four decades. In our experience, we’ve seen that accident victims often buy into a number of myths about car accident and personal injury claims.
Here are four common and most persistent car accident myths. Let us help you understand and debunk these myths.
Myth # 1: The police officer will determine whose fault the accident was.
Police officers may in some cases designate blame or determine fault. In clear-cut cases where several witnesses testify that a driver blew through a red light or ran a stop sign and caused the accident, this becomes a lot easier. But, what about in cases involving distracted driving? Or in street intersection car accidents where there is a dispute regarding who had the right of way?
These cases may be a lot trickier. Anyway, the lesson here is that the police report will not necessarily state or know who is to blame for the accident. Even if it does, the insurance companies involved may still disagree and attorneys may question who is liable for the accident. So, for your part, it is important that you supplement the police report with your own photographs, physical evidence, notes, observations, witness statements, etc. Most often the cop did not even see the accident happen, so he or she does not really know where fault lies.
Myth # 2: The insurance company will take care of everything.
Yes, most of us have car insurance coverage and dutifully pay our premiums every month so that we are protected when involved in an accident. However, as car accident lawyers, we have seen that insurance companies are often reluctant to do the right thing and pay injured victims what they deserve. We’ve had to fight hard on behalf of our clients and have the insurance companies pay them the amount to which they were entitled. Whether it’s another driver’s insurance company or your own, you definitely need a skilled advocate on your side who can fight for your rights and help you secure maximum compensation for your losses.
Myth # 3: I can’t get compensation if I’m at fault.
This is absolutely not true. Our law firm has represented individuals such as a woman who was hit by a truck while walking outside a crosswalk. We secured the full $1,000,000 insurance policy for her. We also got $950,000 for a man who was injured in a pedestrian accident while crossing the street outside of a crosswalk. There are many more examples. This is why it is important that you don’t admit fault soon after the accident occurs. Wait for the investigation to be completed and let the facts determine who was at fault. And under New York law, you are eligible to receive compensation even if you were partially at fault for an accident. So, never assume anything in such cases. Do talk to an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you understand your options.
Myth # 4: Hiring an attorney is going to be expensive.
This is not true. Our law firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t charge you any fees unless we secure compensation for you. Initial consultations are free and we may be able to come to you.
Compensation for Victims
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident or if you have lost a loved one in an auto accident caused by a reckless driver or due to someone else’s negligence, the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm can help you better understand your legal rights and options, and also fight hard to recover just compensation for you.
For over 49 years, our skilled accident attorneys have established a proven track record of helping injured victims get fair compensation for their losses. Our law firm recently recovered $5,600,000 for a bicyclist who was hit by a van, and $2,550,000 for another victim of a truck accident, and $3,000,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a car, and the full $1,000,000 insurance policy for a pedestrian who was hit by a truck, and $4,625,000 for a driver who was in a car and was hit by a van, and $2,500,000 for a man who fell through an improperly secured hole.
Please contact us TOLL FREE 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-800-WORK-4-YOU (1-800-967-5496). WE CAN EVEN COME TO YOU. There is no attorneys’ fee unless we recover money for you. We can also help with personal injury cases in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, or Florida. If you have been seriously injured in any of the 50 U.S. states, please call us and we will try to help you with your case.
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