Every year thousands of people are seriously injured or killed in automobile accidents. Anyone who has ever been injured in a car accident knows just how difficult the claims process can be. Insurance companies are often looking for the cheapest way out and can undervalue or deny claims that accident victims are entitled to be compensated for. This is where an experienced car accident attorney can help.

The automobile accident lawyers at Reich & Binstock LLP have the experience and proven track record to handle complex car accident lawsuits. We have been helping injury victims for over 25 years and we can help you.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident contact us today for a free initial consultation with one of our auto accident attorneys.

Causes of Car Accidents

Automobile accidents often happen because a driver is distracted or is not paying attention. A driver can be distracted by having a cell phone conversation or attempting to send a text message while driving. These distractions cause a driver to lose focus on the road and can significantly inhibit a drivers ability to safely navigate a roadway.

Other accidents are caused because a driver is impaired. Impaired drivers are unable to exercise the caution and reaction skills necessary to drive safely. If a driver is impaired by alcohol, drug, or any other mind altering substance their reaction time and other basic skills needed for driving are severely diminished which can greatly increase the likelihood of an accident.

Alcohol plays a role in over 17 thousand car accident fatalities each year in the United States. Alcohol is involved in almost 40 percent of fatal accidents and 7 percent of all accidents.

The risk of an automobile accident can be greatly increased by poor weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, and ice can all greatly inhibit a driver’s ability to control their vehicle. It is important for drivers to exercise added caution when driving inclement weather conditions.

Speeding or traveling higher speeds than road conditions allow decrease the reaction time that a driver has in the event of an unexpected road obstruction or the unforeseen actions of other drivers.

No matter how an accident is caused it can be a life changing experience for all parties involved. Even accidents that occur at low speeds can cause permanent injury or even death. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a car accident or 18-wheeler accident our accident attorneys can help.

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