Greenville Car Accident Lawyers
Pursuing Justice for Your Injuries
If you were
injured in a car accident caused by another driver, chances are that you may be
entitled to seek compensation for damages in a personal injury claim.
While outside factors are known for contributing to car accidents, such
as bad weather conditions and road hazards, most car accidents are caused
by human error. If you can prove that a driver was negligent in their
actions that led to your injuries, you could collect compensation for
your medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
Call us today at
(864) 432-5353 for a free consultation regarding your personal injury case, or fill out our
online form.
At
Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC, our Greenville car accident attorneys have decades of experience holding
careless drivers responsible, whether their actions were caused by distracted
or reckless driving, or driving while intoxicated. There’s no excuse
to put other lives in danger, including yours. Whether your injuries are
minor or severe, if they were caused by negligence, you may be entitled
to receive compensation that we can secure.
How Do I Know If I Have a Case?
Although every case is unique and you should always consult with a car
accident attorney before accepting any settlement from an insurance company,
there are some things that must be true in order for you to have a case.
To have an actionable car accident claim:
- You must have been involved in some type of automobile wreck, regardless
of the severity of the wreck, and you must not be responsible for causing
the accident.
- You must have been hurt or injured as a result of the accident. This does
not necessarily mean that you had to be transported to the hospital after
the accident.
- The at-fault driver or party must have had valid insurance coverage at
the time of the accident. If not, we can work with you to find insurance
coverages that might be available to pay your claims.
What Types of Injuries Qualify Me for Compensation?
Although there are many different types of injuries can occur as a result
of car wrecks, there are common injuries our team has seen and has experience handling.
Common injuries include:
- Whiplash
- Neck and back injuries
- Cuts and scrapes
- Vision, smell, or hearing loss
- Loss of limbs
- Broken or fractured bones
- Concussions
- Head injuries and brain damage
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Bruises and sprains
- Ligament and joint injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
Common types of car accidents that cause injuries include rear-end accidents,
head-on collisions, and T-bone collisions. Rear-end accidents are one
of the most common types of accidents that can result from one car tailgating
the other, or driving too closely behind them, which is considered to
be reckless. Head-on collisions are often the most dangerous type of accident,
as the force of the impact can cause head and brain injuries for both
drivers and passengers involved.
What to do After a Car Accident in Greenville
Being in a car accident can be a traumatic experience and may result in
serious bodily injury. Following the correct steps after an accident is
essential to making sure you get the compensation you need to recover.
Once you have checked yourself and others for injuries, you should do
the following:
- Gather the information of all parties
- Contact the police
- Take pictures of the scene of the accident
- Gather eyewitness statements
- File a claim with your insurance company.
What If I Can’t Afford to go to the Doctor?
It is critical that victims of car accident injuries seek medical attention
as soon as possible. Even very minor soft tissue injuries, when left untreated,
can become much worse. Over the past two decades, we have established
relationships with numerous physicians, physical therapists, and other
medical facilities across South Carolina where our clients can get the
medical treatment they need for no money out of pocket. These medical
providers will wait for payment until your case settles. Once we resolve
a claim and receive your settlement, our attorneys then pay the physicians
and medical facilities directly.