Car Accidents

Fighting for your rights after a car wreck

Some car accident injuries, like broken bones and whiplash, are immediately noticeable due to pain or other side effects. Others, like internal organ damage and injuries to the spinal cord or brain, may be invisible to the eye but still require a doctor— even if you don’t feel hurt initially.

Not seeking medical care and legal support after an accident just adds insult to your injuries. You need an experienced personal injury attorney on your side who will fight for you while you focus on healing physically and emotionally.

Have you been in an auto accident?

The attorneys at G3 Help Me are here to make your life as easy and stress-free as possible after an accident. While you focus on getting the medical care you need, we’ll be here to:

• Deal with the insurance company
• File claims & fill out forms
• Sign your settlement waiver
• Fight for fast, fair compensation

No fees unless we win for you!

Eye-witness accounts, evidence, and related factors like alcohol impairment or mechanical failures all contribute to the success of your case, meaning the sooner you call us, the faster and better we can help you. Before you discuss your accident with anyone (including the other party’s insurance company), call G3 for free legal advice during a confidential case evaluation.

With hundreds of 5-star reviews, your G3 lawyers have built a reputation around providing compassionate guidance to those in need of financial and emotional support after a car accident. Let us help you get what you deserve.

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What You Should Know About Car Accidents

Auto accidents continue to be one of the most common causes of accidental fatalities, injuries, and property damage in the United States. Statistics from the Association for Safe International Road Travel show that over 38,000 individuals die every year in motor vehicle accidents on the U.S roadways.

More than 4.4 million suffer serious injuries that require medical treatment. So if you or a family member suffered injuries or property damage due to another driver’s negligence, a Knoxville Car Accident Attorney could help file a claim to recover your damages.

Get in touch with car accident attorneys at The Law Offices of G. Turner Howard III for a free, confidential consultation. We will evaluate your case and establish your options for legal recovery.

Types of Car Accidents

There are many classifications of car accidents that can impact the investigation and outcome of your injury case. The most common are:

• Head-On Collision – A head-on collision is likely to happen when someone is driving in the wrong way down a single-way Road. This is often sudden and unavoidable and can cause serious injuries or even fatalities.
• T-Bone Car Accidents – It occurs when one vehicle rams into the side of another. Usually, the T-shaped impact occurs on the driver’s side, resulting in concussions, broken bones, and even death.
• Vehicle Roll-Over – This accident occurs when a vehicle flips/rolls into its side or tumbles several times.
• Multiple Vehicle Collision – This type of traffic crash involves more than two cars in a chain of events.
• Rear-End Collisions – This accident occurs when one vehicle hits another from behind.
• Single-Vehicle Accidents – Include crashes involving one vehicle with road barriers such as a darting animal or a drifting car.

How Do You Determine Fault in a Car Crash?

When a car accident occurs, you’ll need to file a claim with your insurer because insurance companies are often responsible for determining fault in a motor vehicle accident. In some instances, it’s easy to tell who is at fault, such as a rear-end crash where a careless driver hits a vehicle in front of them. But sometimes the claims process can be complex, especially if the circumstances surrounding the accident are unclear.

Following a car accident, many things determine who is at fault, especially if the situation involves more than one driver, poor road conditions, or improper street signage. Both parties need to provide details about the event, and witnesses should present statements about what occurred at the accident scene.

Once the insurer identifies who contributed to the accident, one or more insurance firms will cover the costs of medical care for injuries and the repair or replacement of vehicles involved in the accident.

Insurance companies may determine fault, but they are not always right. At The Law Offices of G. Turner Howard III, we investigate every accident to make sure that no stone is left unturned. We will collect police reports, accident reports, witness statements, photographs, and any other evidence that could be used to support a client’s claim.

Types of Car Accident Injuries

Motor vehicle crashes can cause severe injuries to any part of the body, requiring long-term medical care. The most common ones include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Internal injuries
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Burns
• Fractures and broken bones
• Knee injuries
• Shoulder injuries
• Foot and ankle injuries
• Wrist and hand injuries
• Whiplash and neck injuries
• Limb loss and amputation
• Disfiguring facial injuries and scars

What To Do After A Car Accident

Remember that your actions after an accident can significantly affect your ability to receive the compensation needed for your losses. We recommend you take these steps after you’ve been involved in a car crash.

Move Your Car to a Safe Location

If possible, your first step should be to move your vehicle to a safer location away from oncoming traffic to help prevent another potential accident. Remember to turn hazard lights to make your car more visible. If you’re physically able and believe it is safe, exit your vehicle slowly and evaluate the damage.

Stay at Scene

Except in cases that involve emergency medical treatment, you should remain at the scene of the accident to provide law enforcement with your account of how the accident occurred. You may also want to take photos of the scene of the accident, damage to your vehicle, and any apparent injuries you suffer as a result.

Gather Information

If you wish to file a personal injury claim against the other driver, you need to gather critical information to help pursue your compensation. This may include:

• The location where the accident occurred
• Identification details of the responding
• Model and make of the other vehicle
• Insurance information
• The other driver’s name and contact information

Talk to the Police

As soon as the law enforcement arrives at the scene, they will question you regarding the incident to prepare a report about the accident. You can speak with the police about what happened, but you should not admit fault for the accident.

In cases involving injury or significant property damage, law enforcement will create an accident report. This report can be used later by your car accident attorney to build a case for higher compensation.

File an Insurance Claim

We recommend you file an insurance claim immediately after an accident. This is because insurance firms usually have deadlines for these processes, and delays could deny you the opportunity to seek insurance compensation. Once you file an insurance claim, it’s important to seek legal representation from a qualified Knoxville auto accident attorney.

The Advantages Of Working With A Car Accident Lawyer

There are many advantages of working with an experienced car accident attorney. At G3, for example, our staff helps clients compile and organize medical bills, medical records and ongoing treatment plans. In addition, we help clients navigate the claims process, and speak to insurance companies and creditors on their behalf. Moreover, we will begin investigating your accident as if your case was going to trial, building the strongest case to maximize your compensation.

Contact A Knoxville Car Accident Attorney Today

If you’ve suffered injuries or losses in a car crash, contact The Law Offices of G. Turner Howard III before you enter into any agreement with the insurance company. Feel free to call us at 865-658-4012 for a free consultation.