Negligence means that the driver either did something (or didn’t do something) that a normal person would have been expected to do in that situation. It doesn’t mean that they suddenly should have been able to drive like a race car driver to avoid getting in a wreck. It just means, for instance, that they should have stopped at a stop sign, slowed down to yield, or obeyed the speed limit.
After they fully evaluate the facts of your case, they’ll help figure out how much you should seek in damages from the other driver. This will mean taking into account the financial damage you sustained, any medical bills you’ve received, and compensation for your pain and suffering. They can help you come up with a figure based on other claims and adjust that amount to fit your particular situation.
Your accident attorney may end up having to go to court with you to argue the case, although most are settled prior to trial through negotiation. Either way, you may end up getting a significant amount of compensation for the injuries you’ve suffered. For a free consultation into your case, call us at (214) 651-6100 today.