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3 Things that Complicate a Car Accident Case | Law Office of D. Hardison Wood - Car Accident Attorney in Cary

Considering our unpredictable natures and the inherent dangers of driving, it’s no wonder that millions of car accidents happen every year. While the vast majority of accidents are fender benders in which no one is harmed, there are still thousands of serious accidents. When these accidents occur, investigators often try a little harder to find the root cause. Here are 3 things that can complicate a car accident.  

 1.      Excessive speed

Most of the time, a car accident occurs simply because one or both drivers aren’t paying attention. However, when a driver causes an accident by driving at high speeds, he’s behaving recklessly—what may have just been an open and shut car accident case is now a criminal case. Any driver who causes an accident due to recklessly high-speed driving will likely face reckless endangerment charges.   

 2.      Fatalities

In the grand scheme of things, getting a car totaled isn’t that big of a deal. However, losing a loved one can ruin someone’s life. Whenever fatalities occur during an accident, investigators tend to look a little closer at the scene of the incident in order to determine fault. If a driver is found to be clearly at fault, he will likely face vehicular manslaughter charges.

 3.      DUI       

The law has very little patience for drunk drivers. If a drunk driver causes an accident, he will likely see many months of jail time, or even years if someone was killed. The victim of the accident can also sue the drunk driver in civil court and recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. 

If you’ve recently been in a car accident and believe that the other driver’s reckless behavior is to blame, contact the Law Office of D. Hardison Wood. Mr. Wood and his team of experts will gladly argue your case and get you the compensation you deserve. To learn more, call our office at (919) 249-5080.    

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What to Do in an Accident

Whether it’s a fender bender or a major pileup, most of us are involved in a car accident at some point in our lives. Do you know what to do in the event of an accident?

In this installment of the Vehicle Vibes podcast, host Nia discusses ten tips to follow after an accident. Covering everything from seeking medical attention to reporting the accident to your insurance company, these tips will make any accident less stressful, scary, and expensive. 

If you have any questions on what to do in the event of an accident, contact the Law Office of D. Hardison Wood. Even if you do everything right after an accident, you may need to hire a skilled lawyer. For more information, call (919) 249-5080.  

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What You Should Do if You Get in a Car Accident While on the Job

Unfortunately, car accidents have no regard for your personal schedule and can happen at any time—whether you’re driving home from the grocery store or on the job. While dealing with an accident on your own time is difficult, circumstances are slightly different if you get into a collision while running a work-related errand. Here's what you should do after you get into a car accident while on the job. 

• Seek medical help

Before you do anything else, you should make sure that you and everyone else involved in the accident is unhurt. If not, call an ambulance immediately. If no one’s injured, you should get the vehicles off the road, notify the police, and get the other driver’s insurance information.

• Notify your employer

Once you’ve sorted out the accident, you should then immediately notify your employer, who will then notify the company’s insurance company. A claim adjuster should contact you within a few days and investigate the circumstances behind your accident. If everything goes smoothly, you should get worker’s compensation for any medical bills and lost wages that resulted from the accident.  

• Hire a lawyer

If you have any questions about the worker’s compensation process, or if you’re somehow unable to obtain your compensation, you should hire a skilled attorney right away. Some insurance companies will try to avoid paying you compensation based on a technicality; luckily, a skilled lawyer can negotiate with the insurance company and help you get the financial compensation you deserve.

If you’ve recently been injured in a work-related car accident, contact the Law Office of D. Hardison Wood. You work too hard for your company to get blown off after a work-related injury—that’s why Mr. Wood and his team are dedicated to helping you get the compensation you need to fully recover. Call us today at (919) 249-5080 for more information.   

Disclaimer:

The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.

Protect Your Loved Ones

People are unpredictable—you never know when an individual is going to show neglect or violent behavior that causes you injury. If this ever happens, you’ll need an experienced lawyer to help you get the compensation you deserve. For more information, give the Law Office of D. Hardison Wood a call at (919) 249-5080.  

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