West Carrollton thrives in the Dayton metro area, but traffic can be severe, particularly during rush hour. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident due to someone’s negligence in West Carrollton, our car accident lawyers will pursue compensation for your damages on your behalf.
Our West Carrollton personal injury lawyers at The Fitch Law Firm LLC will stand with you to fight for the fair compensation you deserve. We are happy to meet with you in your home or the hospital if your injuries prevent you from traveling. Contact our law firm today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Over 30 Years of Protecting the Rights of West Carrollton Car Accident Victims
Our West Carrollton car accident attorneys at The Fitch Law Firm LLC believe in working hard for every client, as we have done for more than 30 years. This work ethic has translated into our legal team obtaining some of the highest personal injury verdicts in Ohio history. For example:
- $134,000,000 verdict
- $6,000,000 judgment
- $5,000,000 wrongful death
- $3,700,000 verdict
- $1,450,000 settlement
We make ourselves available 24/7 and offer a no-win, no-fee policy to prevent financial stress from being a factor as you seek legal representation with your case. Our policy means that you do not pay any attorney fees until we successfully recover compensation for your losses. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.
Our clients always receive compassionate service and aggressive legal representation from our law firm.
How Our West Carrollton Car Accident Attorneys Help Identify Your Damages
When the law refers to damages in a car accident case, the term means the financial compensation you could receive for your losses. Your losses are as unique as your accident and may be influenced by factors such as your age and education, annual earnings, or the level of extreme negligence that caused the collision.
In cases of negligence, car accident victims are typically compensated for the following:
- Hospital stays, ambulance, emergency room visits, surgery, treatment, labs, diagnostics, medication, transportation to medical appointments, aftercare, rehab, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical equipment or devices, future medical care, or any other medical expense related to the injuries sustained in the accident
- The cost to repair or replace your vehicle and any damaged personal property, such as your phone, clothing, or belongings you were transporting in your car
- Wages lost during your recovery
- Future earnings and benefits if your severe injuries prevent you from returning to work
- Out-of-pocket costs, including items your insurance might not cover such as over-the-counter medications or a ramp for a wheelchair, or resultant costs such as assistance with childcare or home maintenance
- Mental anguish
- Counseling or psychotherapy
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of quality of life
- Pain and suffering
Identifying all of your losses can be difficult while you are focused on your recovery. Our West Carrollton car accident lawyer can assist you with completing and filing your compensation claim.
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Comprehensive Case Review by Our West Carrollton Car Accident Attorney
When you come to The Fitch Law Firm LLC for help, our car accident attorney in West Carrollton will first ensure that you are receiving the medical attention you need. Our legal team then focuses on your case. In general, our approach is as follows:
- Meet with you to hear your story and answer your pressing questions
- Communicate with all involved parties on your behalf
- Investigate the accident for evidence supporting your case by speaking with eyewitnesses, collecting visual data from the accident scene, and gathering police reports and medical records detailing your accident injuries
- Use the evidence to identify the negligent act that caused the accident and the responsible party liable for compensation
- File a car accident claim and negotiate with the insurance company for the fair settlement you deserve
- If the insurance company denies your claim or negotiations are not held in good faith, file a personal injury lawsuit and pursue financial compensation in court
Understanding Shared Negligence in Ohio Car Accidents
Ohio law allows drivers who are partially at fault for a car accident to recover compensation for their losses as long as they are 50% or less at fault. If they share responsibility, their compensation will be reduced by the percentage they are deemed responsible, according to Ohio Revised Code § 2315.33.
If someone is deemed more than 50% at fault for an accident, they cannot recover compensation for their losses.
Common Acts of Negligence That Cause Car Wrecks
Proving negligence in your case requires providing evidence that the at-fault driver meets the following:
- The at-fault driver had a duty of care to drive safely and avoid harming others sharing the road
- The at-fault driver breached that duty of care by driving negligently, such as speeding or not stopping at a traffic signal
- The breach of duty caused the accident and your injury
- You suffered losses due to your injury
Acts of Negligence on the Road
Common acts of negligence that contribute to automobile accidents include:
- Speeding
- Impaired driving
- Distracted driving
- Driving while fatigued
- Tailgating
- Improper lane changes
- Poor road conditions
- Broken traffic signals
- Hidden traffic signs
- Failing to adjust driving behavior for adverse weather conditions
- Defective car parts
- Lack of vehicle maintenance or mechanical failures
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Know the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit in Ohio
Ohio Revised Code § 2305.10 gives you two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party. Although most cases are resolved through negotiation, a few do go to court. If you do not begin legal action within the two-year statute of limitations, you may not be allowed to pursue a claim for compensation.
There are exceptions to this time limit. Our auto accident attorneys will discuss how or if any of the exceptions apply to your case.
Get the Compensation You Deserve with Our West Carrollton Car Accident Lawyers
At The Fitch Law Firm LLC, we have a highly rated winning team of attorneys and staff prepared to fight for the financial recovery you deserve. Our West Carrollton car accident lawyers will pursue the negligent driver to compensate you for the damages you have suffered. We will not stop until we have achieved the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Contact us for your free case consultation today.