Traffic accidents are a primary source of fatalities across the nation and in Texas specifically. The losses you experience in an accident caused by another driver’s negligence can be immense and are very likely to reverberate into your future. If this is the difficult position you find yourself in, it is time to consult with an experienced Waco motor vehicle accident attorney. They have the skill in handling these injury accidents and can seek the full compensation you deserve. 

Common Motor Vehicle Accidents

Every motor vehicle accident claim has its own unique set of circumstances, but most break down into the following common categories:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents 
• Motorcycle accidents
• Rideshare accidents
• Bike accidents 
• Pedestrian accidents 

Regardless of the kind of traffic accident you are injured in, a dedicated motor vehicle accident lawyer is well prepared to help.

The Basic Requirements for Bringing a Successful Motor Vehicle Accident Claim in Waco

To bring a successful motor vehicle accident claim that covers your losses in their entirety, you will need to prove that each of the following terms applies:

• The other driver failed to uphold their responsibility to your safety. This generally means they engaged in some form of negligence behind the wheel. Common examples include distraction, impairment, exhaustion, aggression, and excess speed.
• The other driver’s breached duty of care was the direct cause of the motor vehicle accident that left you injured. 
• You suffered legal damages – or losses that personal injury law addresses – as a result.

Your focused legal counsel will ensure that each of these elements is clearly defined in your claim.

Legal Damages Defined

The legal damages for which you will seek just compensation in your motor vehicle accident claim fall into several distinct categories.

Property Damage to Your Vehicle

Even a relatively minor traffic crash can seriously damage your vehicle and anything of value in it at the time. It is not at all unusual for vehicles to be totaled in serious traffic accidents. 

Medical Costs 

After a traffic accident, you can face cascading medical expenses that may be ongoing. To support your most complete recovery, this category of loss must effectively address both your current and future healthcare needs as they relate to the accident.

Lost Wages

Serious injuries often translate to a significant amount of time off the job, which can mean serious financial losses. If your earning power is affected, this category of loss will be that much more serious. There can also be an emotional component that relates to the significant role our careers play in our lives. 

Physical Pain and Emotional Duress 

The physical pain suffered in the wake of a violent motor vehicle accident can be difficult to overstate. This, however, is not the end of the matter. There is also your emotional duress – which can have lasting implications – to consider. This non-economic category of loss can exceed your economic damages combined.

Your Savvy Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney’s Role

The most important step you can take post-accident – after seeking the medical attention you need – is consulting with a formidable motor vehicle accident lawyer. You can rely on your professional legal representative to skillfully handle each of the following critical aspects of your claim:

• Guiding you smoothly through the claims process, which includes avoiding the kind of errors that could work against you, such as posting on social media while your claim is pending
• Gathering and carefully compiling the available evidence – such as eyewitness testimony, any tickets issued, and photos and videos captured at the scene – which will play a pivotal role in how your claim is resolved 
• Engaging in effective negotiations with the involved insurance company – in pursuit of a settlement that addresses your losses in their entirety
• Fiercely advocating for your rights and your rightful compensation throughout the claims process
• Being well prepared and committed to taking your case to trial if the insurance company refuses to settle fairly 

Having a capable motor vehicle accident lawyer in your corner from the start comes with many benefits. These include that you can rely on them to do what it takes to help maximize your settlement. Knowing that you are in good legal hands also affords you the peace of mind you need to focus on your recovery, which can make a serious difference in terms of your health outcome.  

Do Not Delay Consulting with an Experienced Waco Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer

Brett Pritchard at The Law Office of Brett H. Pritchard is a knowledgeable Waco motor vehicle accident attorney whose experience and legal insight have earned him an impressive reputation for optimal claim outcomes, and we welcome the opportunity to also serve you. Do not wait to reach out by contacting or calling us at 254-781-4222 for more information about what we can do to help you today.