Types of Car Accidents
A car accident often leaves survivors with severe physical injuries, emotional anguish, and increasing financial hardships.
Car accident survivors and their loved ones don’t know where to turn to for help.
Working with a dedicated Fort Lee car accident lawyer after your collision will help ease the complicated and stressful burden of your situation. A reliable legal team will protect your rights and maximize your chances of recovering compensation for your damages.
At Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C., our team of diligent lawyers can help you and your loved ones navigate this challenging time and attain the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today at (201) 585-9111 for your free case consultation.
Common Injuries Caused by Car Accidents
Car accidents often leave survivors suffering from severe physical injuries and emotional anguish.
Common injuries caused by car accidents include
- Whiplash of the neck
- Cuts, scrapes, and abrasions
- Bruises and contusions
- Burns
- Dislocated joints
- Soft tissue damage
- Broken bones
- Herniated discs
- Spinal cord injuries
- Brain injuries
- Internal bleeding
- Post-traumatic stress
- Wrongful death
If you or your loved ones have suffered a devastating injury from a car accident, contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today. Let us help you get the care, justice, and compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering.
Can I Receive Compensation for My Car Accident?
Getting in a car accident commonly leaves survivors suffering through severe physical pain, immense emotional distress, and increasing financial burdens.
You can recover compensation for all of your damages if you were in a car accident, including:
- Physical pain and injuries
- Mental anguish
- Inability to use a body part
- Partial or permanent disability
- Medical expenses for both current and future treatments
- Any resulting medical complications or health issues
- Property damage
- Loss of wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium or companionship
- Any additional associated expenses
- Wrongful death
Working with a reliable car accident attorney will protect your rights while increasing your opportunity to recover maximum compensation for your damages.
Contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today for your free case consultation.
What Do I Do After Being in a Car Accident?
After a car accident, to safeguard your health, increase your chances of recovering compensation for your damages, and protect your rights:
Seek Medical Care
Seek medical care as soon as possible after the accident, even if you think you suffered only minor cuts and bruises. Not all injuries immediately manifest.
Follow all medical treatment plans provided to you by your trusted medical team.
Maintain Detailed Documentation
Maintain detailed documentation for as many items as possible associated with your car accident, including:
- Photographs and videos from the scene, if available
- Photographs and videos of any injuries that you suffered from the accident
- Photographs and videos of any property damage that resulted from the accident
- All receipts from expenses that result from your accident
- Proof of any lost wages that result from your injuries
- A copy of the police report
- Notes and copies from any communications with third parties, including the other driver or drivers involved, any other occupants in the vehicle, medical professionals at the scene, witnesses, and insurance agencies
- Doctors’ notes and recommendations
- A journal detailing what you recall from the accident, as well as any pain and suffering that resulted
Contact an Attorney
Contact an attorney as soon as possible after your car accident so you meet all of your state’s statutes of limitations for your case.
Working with a dedicated car accident lawyer after your catastrophic incident will ease the stress and anguish felt by you and your loved ones, allowing you to focus better on getting your life and health back on track.
A skilled car accident attorney will manage the entirety of your insurance claim process, advocate on your behalf, protect your rights, and maximize your chances of recovering total compensation for your damages.
Contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today to get the care, justice, and compensation you deserve for your painful car accident.
Filing an Insurance Claim
Trying to file an insurance company alone without professional help after being in a catastrophic car accident commonly leaves people feeling anxious, confused, and frustrated.
When people file their insurance claim without professional help, the process commonly takes a year or more to complete. The complicated and extensive process requires a daunting amount of communication with the insurance agency, leaving many people feeling overburdened and confused while they are trying to manage their physical and emotional recovery from their accident.
Insurance companies commonly attempt to stall the claim process and use the claimant’s words and statements against them to reduce or eliminate the compensation they must pay to the claimant.
Working with an assertive and reliable car accident attorney will protect you and your loved ones from the insurance company’s tactics while keeping the claims process moving forward in a timely manner.
Your legal team will:
- Manage the insurance claim process – Your attorney will manage your lengthy and complicated insurance claim process, including filing the initial claim with the insurance company, handling all correspondence with the insurance adjuster and other agents, negotiating your settlement offer, and filing a lawsuit if necessary.
- Prove fault – Insurance companies commonly try to demonstrate the fault of the accident lies with the claimant. An assertive car accident attorney will fight to prove that the fault undeniably lies with all liable parties for your accident.
- Recover compensation – A diligent car accident lawyer will advocate for you to receive compensation for all damages that result from your accident, including:
- Physical pain and injuries
- Mental anguish
- Inability to use a body part
- Partial or permanent disability
- Medical expenses for both current and future treatments
- Any resulting medical complications or health issues
- Property damage
- Loss of wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium or companionship
- Any additional associated expenses
- Wrongful death
- Keep you updated throughout the process – A dedicated car accident attorney will communicate effectively with you and your loved ones throughout your claims process. They will keep you up to date every step of the way and address any questions and concerns you have in a timely and comprehensive manner.
Contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today, and let us help you attain the justice and compensation you deserve after your painful and traumatic car accident.
Car Accidents in New Jersey
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 685 fatal vehicle accidents took place in New Jersey in one recent year. Of the reported fatalities, the NHTSA discloses that 177 were alcohol-impaired driving fatalities, and 173 were speeding-related fatalities.
Data compiled by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) demonstrates that 89% of fatal crashes in New Jersey occurred in urban areas in one recent year.
According to the New Jersey State Police, approximately 81 percent of all fatal crashes occur on straight roadways, and an estimated 88 percent happen during clear weather conditions.
Why Choose Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. for My Car Accident
Suffering from the painful experience of a traumatic car accident leaves survivors struggling with immense physical injuries, distressing emotional anguish, and increasing financial hardships.
Survivors and their loved ones are often unsure of how to protect their rights and recover just compensation for their damages.
Working with a skilled car accident lawyer will make handling this challenging and stressful situation more manageable for you and your loved ones.
At Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C., we know how distressing the complicated aftermath of a painful accident is for survivors and their loved ones.
Our team is dedicated to working relentlessly to help our clients attain the justice they deserve after suffering an accident. We strive to help our clients recover maximum compensation for the damages they sustained while protecting their rights.
We start every client relationship with a free case consultation, where we take the time to listen to your unique situation carefully. From there, we will guide you and your loved ones on the best path forward to seek justice and fair compensation for the damages you have suffered from your accident.
We have successfully recovered millions of dollars in settlements for our clients, including:
- $101,000,000 for a construction accident
- $11,500,000 for hospital negligence
- $10,000,000 for a motor vehicle accident
- $7,000,000 for a motor vehicle crash
- $3,350,000 for a burn injury
- $2,000,000 for a motorcycle accident
Our clients often share their gratitude with our team.
- Jin was pleased with how empathetic, professional, and knowledgeable our team was when handling his case and appreciated our genuine care for his injuries and well-being. He appreciated how thoroughly we answered all of his questions and fought hard for his case.
- Jadi and her family had PTSD and physical injuries after their accident. She was happy and grateful for all the hard work, dedication, and attentiveness our team put into her family’s case.
- Lenora appreciated the constant communication our team provided throughout her case. She was pleased with our due diligence and thorough gathering of evidence, which helped strengthen her claim and deliver positive results.
Contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today. Let us help you get the care and justice you deserve after your painful accident.
Types of Car Accidents
Suffering through the painful trauma of a catastrophic car accident is a terrifying and devastating experience for survivors and their loved ones.
A number of factors cause a variety of types of car accidents.
Impaired Driver
Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs significantly increase the risk of causing an accident. Even prescription or over-the-counter medications lead to adverse side effects that impair a driver’s ability to operate their vehicle safely.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that one person is killed every 39 minutes from a drunk driving accident, with approximately 13,525 alcohol-related fatalities occurring in the United States in one recent year.
The NHTSA further reports that 56 percent of drivers who were involved in a serious injury and fatal crash in one recent year tested positive for at least one drug.
Distracted Driver
A distracted driver risks the safety of everyone on the roadway. Common distractions include using a cell phone, conversing with passengers, searching for items in the cabin, adjusting the radio, or eating.
The NHTSA estimates that 3,310 people were killed as a result of a distracted driver in one recent year in the United States.
Driver Driving While Fatigued
A fatigued, drowsy, or sick driver experiences delayed reaction times and reduced awareness behind the wheel, increasing the risk of accidents.
Nearly 700 deaths were the result of a drowsy driver in one recent year, according to the NHTSA.
Aggressive Driver
Aggressive driving behaviors are frequent causes of collisions. Examples include road rage, abrupt lane changes without signaling, tailgating, speeding, and driving too fast for conditions.
According to the NHTSA, an estimated 12,150 people were killed from speeding-related incidents in the United States in one recent year.
Driver Ignoring Traffic Signs
Drivers who disregard traffic signals and signage increase the likelihood of accidents. Common examples include a driver failing to stop at a stop sign, ignoring traffic lights, or not yielding the right-of-way at pedestrian crossings.
Inexperienced Driver
Inexperienced drivers have slower reaction times and less intuition behind the wheel, making it difficult for them to navigate the challenges on the road safely.
Roadway Complications
Issues with roadway maintenance, unclear lane markings, potholes, and active construction zones commonly hinder a driver’s ability to control their vehicles safely and effectively.
Changes in Traffic Patterns
Unexpected changes in traffic patterns make it hard for drivers to navigate safely, especially if they are distracted or inexperienced.
Poorly Maintained Vehicles
Vehicle owners must conduct regular maintenance to ensure vehicle safety. Common maintenance issues include faulty brakes, worn tires, and low fluid levels.
Low Visibility
Low visibility on the road is a hazard for all drivers. Common examples include driving through inclement weather, fog, or after dark.
Work With a Reliable Car Accident Attorney
Most people feel frustrated and overwhelmed after a car accident. They are often unsure what to do next or who to turn to for help.
Working with a reliable car accident attorney will lighten the stressful burden of your complicated situation, allowing you and your loved ones to focus more on your health and recovery.
If you or your loved one have suffered from a car accident, contact Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. today at (201) 585-9111. Let us help you get the care, compensation, and justice you deserve for your pain and suffering.
Our New Jersey headquarters is conveniently located in Fort Lee, just a few blocks west of the Hudson River and Veterans Field Park.
