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The Law
Every driver has the legal duty to operate his or her vehicle in a reasonably safe manner to prevent injuries to others. If a driver acts in an unsafe manner and causes injury to another person, he or she will be found to be negligent and "at fault" for the car accident. There are many different forms of negligence that can lead to traffic-related accidents. These include:
DUI
Distracted Driving
Aggressive Driving
Recoverable Damages
An injured plaintiff can claim the following damages, both past and future:
Medical Expenses
Loss of Income
Loss of Earning Capacity
Property Damage
Physical Pain
Disfigurement
Physical Impairment
Emotional Distress
Mental Suffering
Loss of Enjoyment of Life
Loss of Household Services
Loss of Consortium
Wrongful Death Damages
In wrongful death cases, plaintiffs can claim the following damages, both past and future:
Loss of Financial Support
Loss of Gifts or Benefits
Funeral and Burial Expenses
Loss of Household Services
Loss of Love and Companionship
Loss of Comfort and Care
Loss of Assistance
Loss of Protection
Loss of Affection
Loss of Society
Loss of Moral Support
Loss of Training and Guidance
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