Car/Auto Accidents and Highway Collisions

Whether this is your first auto accident or you have been injured in one before, we want you to know that we understand how scary and confusing it can be. If someone close to you has died in the accident, we will do all we can to help during this difficult time.

More than 40,000 deaths per year are caused by car accidents, making them one of the most common forms of “negligent” or wreckless behavior we face each day. If you have been in an accident there are a few things you should do.

First, if you have decided that you would like to speak with a lawyer, you are welcome to call us right now for free at 800-437-6192. There is no obligation or fee, we are here to answer your questions first and foremost. 

If you are not yet ready to contact an attorney, but would like to be proactive in taking steps to protect the safety of yourself or family involved in the accident, start with these few simple steps:

1. Document what happened. Use a camera or camera phone to take pictures of the car, if possible, and the scene of the accident. As soon as you can, write down whatever you can remember. Were you wearing a seatbelt? Was it sunny or cloudy? Did the other car use a signal? Be specific and write it down while it’s still fresh in your mind.  Start right now!
2. Be careful about speaking with insurance agents, including your own.  If the other party’s insurance agent is asking for a statement, speak to a lawyer first. These statements are often recorded and can be used against you.
3. Understand that pain and injuries suffered in a car accident may not be immediately apparent.  Injuries to the back, neck and head are internal and may not hurt or show symptoms immediately. Mild brain injuries can occur in accidents that are not terribly severe, so be aware of symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, memory loss and irritability.  This is expecially true if the accident has involved a truck or 18-Wheeler, as their weight is more than 15 times that of a typical car.
4. If you or someone you know is a motorcyle rider who was injured in an accident, please see our motorcycle accident page to learn important information about the specific motorcycle experience of our lead attorney, Mr. Frank Lamothe.

Here is What You Can Expect to Recover

If you or a loved one were injured, or if a loved one was killed in an auto accident that was someone else’s fault, you may be able to secure a cash award.  Unfortunately we cannot change what happened; however, our firm can help you secure compensation for past and future damages related to personal injury, including:

• Cost of medical treatment
• Loss of wages
• Lost earning capacity
• Other expenses
• Disability
• Physical and emotional pain and suffering
• Potential punitive damages in wrecks where alcohol is a factor

The best way to protect your rights is to speak with a lawyer. You should always choose the lawyer that you are most comfortable with. Filing a lawsuit is not always necessary after an accident, but in some cases, it is the only way to obtain fair compensation for injuries. At Lamothe, Lea, Aertker, we have handled thousands of cases on behalf of people going through difficult times in the wake of a serious accident.
Contact us today to speak with an experienced and qualified attorney who can evaluate your claim and determine the best way to protect your interests.  You may also contact us at no charge by calling 504-704-1414.