West Valley City Car Accident Lawyer
Car accidents can send your life into a tailspin from the moment they occur. From the initial fear of impact to serious injuries and property damage that lead to mounting bills. A West Valley City car accident attorney with Feller & Wendt could help you navigate this confusing aftermath as you seek to recover physically. We bring decades of experience in helping our clients seek monetary compensation for the damages they have incurred due to another party’s negligence. Schedule a free legal consultation via our contact form or call 801.499.5060 for a consultation with our personal injury legal team.
What Are the Most Common Causes of Utah Car Accidents?
According to the Utah Department of Health, car accidents happen every 8 minutes in our state. People also suffer injuries every 20 minutes and fatalities occur every 33 hours in Utah crashes. In 2018 alone, 62,074 Utah motor vehicle collisions occurred on our public streets, with over 25,645 individuals being injured and 260 being killed.
Some car crashes turn out to be completely accidental, with no negligence occurring. But in many other cases, people engage in reckless actions or fail to act in a responsible manner when behind the wheel. This can lead to serious injuries and even death in the most serious collisions. Common causes of Utah car accidents include:
- Drunk driving (DUI/DWI)
- Distracted driving
- Failing to obey traffic laws
- Fatigued driving
- Reckless driving
Those who are seriously injured or suffer the loss of a loved one in a motor vehicle accident are often left with significant medical bills, funeral expenses, or other related costs. They typically struggle with stress and grief after such injuries or losses. Many simply want to be made as financially whole as they were before the accident, only to suffer through insurance claims trying to deny, defend, delay, and minimize their rightful claims.
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Can a Car Accident Lawyer Help with My Claim?
Car accident attorneys are experienced with navigating the complex process of insurance claims and, when necessary, filing personal injury lawsuits. They will help you gather all the relevant evidence that can help solidify your claim, hire expert witnesses if necessary, and build the strongest case possible based on the facts of your case.
There are some initial steps you can take to help strengthen your own case in the wake of a Utah car accident. The first and most important step is to never admit fault, especially at the accident scene when you may be understandably dazed from the collision. Other important steps include:
- Contact information for all other drivers and passengers
- Contact information for any witnesses to the accident
- Date, time, and location of the collision
- Any other involved driver’s license number
- Any other involved driver’s insurance information
- Police report number from the responding officer
- Any pictures or videos of the vehicles/scene you may be able to take
It’s generally a good idea to avoid discussing the facts leading to the car accident with anyone on the scene except for responding police officers. Even then, avoid admitting fault until you have a chance to speak with a car accident lawyer. This can help protect you in the event that another party tries to blame you for negligent actions even if they were actually at fault, especially since some collisions can be confusing about how and why they happened. Auto accident cases can take varying amounts of time to resolve, so the sooner you reached out to an attorney, the better.
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Contact a West Valley City Car Accident Attorney with Feller & Wendt
A West Valley City car accident lawyer with Feller & Wendt can help you obtain the financial compensation you deserve. We’ll evaluate the evidence in your case, suggest legal strategies, and help gather evidence to strengthen your claims. Schedule a free consultation by calling us at 801.499.5060 or contact us online today.
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