Wilmington Car Accident Lawyer

Rear-End Accident

Rear-end accidents occur when the driver behind another car is tailgating, speeding, or driving distracted.

Sideswipe Accident

Sideswipe accidents happen when one driver tries to get over and does not see the car in the lane next to them.

T-Bone Accidents

T-bone accidents usually happen because one car is trying to turn while another car is going straight in front of them. Either driver could be to blame in a T-bone accident, depending on who had the right of way.

Head-on Collision

A head-on collision is the most dangerous type of car accident but fortunately it doesn’t occur very often. It typically happens because one car enters a one-way street or freeway from the wrong direction. It can also occur if a driver jumps a median on a freeway.

Rideshare Accidents

Uber and Lyft car accidents are becoming more common in Wilmington as more users use the platform(s). These cases can be more complex than traditional car accident cases and you should consult an experienced Uber accident attorney if you’ve been injured in a rideshare accident.

Take Pictures

Use your phone to take pictures of the accident making sure to get all damages and injuries. Move around to capture the scene from various angles.

Call the Police

It’s always advisable to call the police after an accident occurs. They will create a report that can serve as a strong piece of evidence in your case.

Get Contact Info from Witnesses

If any witnesses saw the accident occur, be sure to get their contact information. They may be able to testify on your behalf.

Collect Information from Involved Parties

Get the license plate numbers and insurance information for all drivers involved in the accident.

Seek Medical Help

It’s important to get medical help immediately after an accident, even if you don’t think you are badly injured. Injuries may get worse over time. If you hold off on getting help, it will be difficult to prove your injuries were caused by the accident. If you see a doctor immediately, he or she will create a medical record that ties your injuries to the crash.

Never Admit Fault

When talking to insurance companies, other parties involved and the police, be careful what you say. Never admit you are at fault and never say you aren’t hurt. It’s best to talk to a lawyer before discussing the accident with anyone other than close friends and relatives.

Loss of Wages

Loss of wages refers to any time taken off work to recover as well as future earning potential. You may be compensated if you need to leave work on a temporary or permanent basis. You may also receive compensation for any discrepancy in wages if your injuries leave you unable to perform the duties of your current job and you are forced to take a lower-paying position.

Medical Expenses

Medical expenses include expenses incurred for care needed immediately after the accident as well as ongoing expenses to cover things like in-home nursing, prosthetics, wheelchair ramp installation, medications, etc.

Physical and Emotional Pain and Suffering

Car accident injuries can greatly reduce the quality of life. At-fault parties may be required to compensate you for physical and emotional pain and suffering. Although it is difficult to put a monetary value on these intangible elements, your lawyer will use their experience and the unique factors of your case to come up with a fair number.

Property Damage

Property damage refers to any damage done to your car. A property owner may also sue if the accident ended up causing damage to the premises.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages may be awarded if the driver’s actions in causing the accident were considered excessively reckless. They are commonly applied in drunk driving accidents. They are put in place to deter the defendant and others from engaging in similar behavior in the future.

Wrongful Death

If the victim ends up dying from their car accident injuries, the family may sue at-fault parties for damages. This includes funeral and burial expenses, loss of earning potential due to the decedent no longer being able to contribute to the family financially, and emotional suffering.

$30,000 per person for injury or death

$60,000 total for everyone involved in the wreck

$25,000 for property damage