If you have been injured in a car accident, you need an experienced attorney who knows how to fight insurance companies and maximize your compensation. Car accidents are the most common type of personal injury case, but that does not make them simple.
Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, from minor soft tissue damage to catastrophic harm. Common injuries include whiplash and neck injuries, traumatic brain injuries and concussions, broken bones and fractures, spinal cord injuries and herniated discs, internal organ damage, and lacerations requiring surgery. Many car accident injuries do not manifest symptoms immediately. It is critical to seek medical attention right away, even if you feel fine at the scene.
After a car accident, your priority should be safety and documentation. Call 911 and get medical attention, even for seemingly minor injuries. Exchange information with all drivers involved. Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage, skid marks, and traffic signals. Get contact information from witnesses. Do not admit fault or apologize at the scene. Contact an experienced car accident attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters.
Attorney Mike Zara has nearly 20 years of experience handling car accident cases. We investigate the accident thoroughly, gather evidence including police reports and witness statements, work with accident reconstruction experts when needed, calculate the full value of your claim including future medical costs and lost earning capacity, and negotiate aggressively with insurance companies. If the insurance company will not offer fair compensation, we are prepared to take your case to trial.
Insurance companies are not on your side. They use tactics like offering quick lowball settlements before you know the full extent of your injuries, recording your statements and twisting your words, requesting unnecessary medical records to find pre-existing conditions, delaying your claim hoping you will give up, and disputing the severity or cause of your injuries. Having an attorney levels the playing field and protects your rights.
Attorney Mike Zara handles car accident cases in all six states where he is licensed: