Car Accident Claims

There are over 6 million car accidents in the United States every year. Of these, over 3 million result in injuries, with 2 million of those injuries being permanent. In the metropolitan areas of Washington, D.C, Maryland, and Virginia, hundreds of car accidents occur each month. Staying consistent with the national average, well over half of these accidents will result in catastrophic personal injury.

The motor vehicle accident attorneys at The Cochran Firm DC know how devastating a car accident can be. In addition to property damage, you may be dealing with serious injuries, time off of work, and even the loss of a loved one. We are prepared to help victims of car accidents recover their damages, and receive the full compensation they are due.

Causes of Car Accidents

Car accidents can happen for a variety of reasons and at nearly every speed. Some of the most frequent causes of car accidents include:

• Distracted driving
• Driving while texting
• Speeding
• Drunk driving
• Reckless driving such as erratic or un-signaled lane changes
• Ignoring traffic signs and signals

These accidents could all have been avoided if proper care and attention had been paid by the negligent driver. When you are injured by a driver who was not following the rules of the road, you have a right to hold them responsible and fight for maximum compensation.

When you become injured in a car accident, insurance companies begin to work immediately at attempting to minimize your claim. They may try to suggest that you were at fault. They may accept their driver caused the accident, but try to downplay your injuries. They may even attempt to flat out deny you any coverage. Insurance companies are interested in protecting their profits, not your health.

The attorneys at The Cochran Firm DC are interested in your health and future happiness. We are dedicated to helping victims get every penny they are due. In car accidents this may include medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, physical pain, and emotional suffering. These considerations are almost never taken by the insurance companies. You need an aggressive car accident attorney on your side to ensure you are treated fairly and provided with everything you will need to recover.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident in Washington, D.C., Maryland or Virginia, please contact the car accident lawyers at The Cochran Firm DC.