If you sustained severe injuries in a car accident, the physical and financial challenges you now face could seem overwhelming. We know how you feel. The Newark personal injury lawyers at The Fitch Law Firm LLC bring decades of experience serving Ohioans just like you.
We lead the fight for justice with compassion and an aggressive approach that’s helped us obtain some of our state’s highest personal injury verdicts. So, call or visit us online today for a free case consultation. Our Newark car accident lawyers listen to what you have to say and offer thoughtful legal advice for your future.
Types of Damages You May Recover After a Car Accident
The compensation settlement or judgment you may recover after a car crash depends on your losses and the severity of your injuries. However, the types of damages you may expect usually include the following:
- Expenses related to all your accident-related medical care, including estimated costs for future treatment
- Income and benefits lost during your recovery
- The loss of future earnings if you cannot return to work
- Repair or replacement costs for your car or any property damaged in the crash
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental anguish, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and related trauma
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss or change in relationships
- Loss of consortium
You could also receive compensation for other losses not listed here. Please speak with one of our Newark car accident attorneys at The Fitch Law Firm LLC for assistance in identifying the losses applicable to your case.
How a Car Accident Attorney From The Fitch Law Firm LLC May Help You
Not all car accidents in Newark, OH, require an attorney to reach a fair resolution. For example, suppose no one suffered injuries in the collision. Then, it’s probably a simple matter of exchanging insurance information for vehicle repair.
However, when losses are more extensive and someone sustains severe injuries, a lawyer can be helpful in the following ways:
- Investigating the accident to determine who or what contributed to it.
- Identifying who is liable for damages.
- Gathering evidence supporting your claim.
- Valuing and filing your insurance claim.
- Negotiating with the insurance company for a fair settlement.
- Filing a personal injury lawsuit and representing you in court if we cannot settle your case.
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Recovering Compensation When More Than One Person Shares Fault for a Car Accident in Newark
We must prove someone else acted negligently or recklessly to pursue compensation for losses you sustained in a car crash in Licking County. Thus, we must show that:
- The other driver had a duty of care to act reasonably and not cause harm.
- The other driver breached that duty of care by acting (or not acting) in a way that could result in harm.
- That breach caused your injuries.
- Your injuries caused you to experience economic and noneconomic losses.
In Ohio, if the accident was entirely due to one person’s negligent behavior, you will probably receive 100% of the compensation you deserve for all your losses. However, you could still recover compensation if you were partially at fault (up to 50%) for the crash that led to your injuries and losses. Nevertheless, the insurer or jury will reduce your award by your percentage of fault per the state’s comparative negligence law.
For example, if the insurance company or court decides that you were 10% at fault for the collision and awards you $200,000 for your losses, you would recover 90% (or $180,000) of the settlement or verdict.
Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Newark, OH
If settlement talks break down, and you decide to seek to take your claim to court, you must begin legal action within two years of the date you sustained your injuries. Should you miss that deadline, the judge will likely bar you from filing a lawsuit, costing you the opportunity to seek compensation through the court system.
There are a few exceptions to the two-year deadline. Our car crash attorneys will monitor the calendar and help you understand all your options as your case advances.
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The Fitch Law Firm LLC Has a Record of Success That Is Second to None
Attorney John Fitch is the founder and principal of our law firm. He and our team of lawyers and staff understand the burdens that accompany injuries suffered in a car accident. Compensation for your injuries cannot erase what happened, but it can help you reestablish your life on a different—but equally happy—footing.
We will fight for every penny you deserve from the at-fault parties, and our recent case results attest to our record of success:
- $5,000,000 for wrongful death after a truck accident
- $4,225,000 for another truck accident
- $1,450,000 for a car accident victim
How Much Does It Cost to Work With Our Car Accident Attorneys?
Our law firm offers free initial case consultations and a no-win/no-fee policy. You pay attorney’s fees only if we successfully recover compensation via a settlement or verdict.
We know the financial strain that often comes with unexpected injuries. Thus, our team does all it can to ease the legal and financial stress during this traumatic time.
Everyday Acts of Negligence Contributing to a Car Accident
Your Newark car accident attorney will help you identify the cause of the accident that injured you and determine if negligence led to the crash. Although not a complete list, common negligent acts that contribute to car accidents include the following:
- Impaired driving
- Speeding
- Reckless lane changes
- Texting or talking on the phone while driving
- Ignoring traffic signs and signals
- Poor road upkeep
- Poor maintenance of traffic signals or signs
Schedule Your Free Car Accident Case Consultation Today
Our attorneys want to hear what happened to you and help you determine the legal strategy that would benefit you the most.
Call our Newark car accident lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation. We’re here for you!