Protecting Your Legal Rights after an Auto Accident

October 30, 2020 | By O'Connor Acciani & Levy
Protecting Your Legal Rights after an Auto Accident

Car accidents can happen at any time and are sometimes unavoidable, so it is important to understand how to protect your legal rights after an auto accident. Even if you have insurance, consulting a personal injury lawyer can be crucial in seeking proper compensation from insurance companies and/or any negligent parties in a civil suit. Insurance companies may not always be on your side, nor do they promise to protect your rights or award you fair compensation. It is best to have a qualified injury firm to advise you of your legal rights and assert them in communication with insurance agents. A personal injury lawyer is experienced in pursuing compensation for car accident injuries and property damages and knows how to deal with insurance companies on behalf of the injured victim.

Car Accidents in The State of Ohio

In the State of Ohio, there have been 35,211 crashes investigated thus far in 2020. Some of the leading causes of traffic stops by the Ohio State Highway Patrol include distracted driving and DUI offenses. The statistics also show 811 traffic fatalities so far this year, up from 781 in 2019. O’Connor, Acciani & Levy has helped many auto collision injury victims suffering from mild to catastrophic injuries. The firm has also supported family members of those wrongfully killed by negligent or reckless driving. Our experienced attorneys firmly believe that injured victims have a right to be represented as more than just a statistic.

Contact an Auto Accident Attorney to Learn More about Your Rights

If you wish to pursue a personal injury claim or want a better understanding of your rights following a traffic accident, O’Connor, Acciani & Levy are here to advise you and fight tirelessly on your behalf. O’Connor, Acciani & Levy is a legal professional association that focuses on personal injury. With more than 30 years of experience, we are fully committed to protecting the legal rights of those injured in auto accidents. Contact our firm today for a free consultation.