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Life may never be the same after a car wreck. When you or someone you love is the victim of an auto crash, pursuing a legal claim can offer hope and a path to justice and recovery.
At Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers, we are dedicated to providing crash victims exceptional advocacy in all types of car accident cases.
With 20 years’ of experience and a winning record, our car accident attorneys know how to stand up to the toughest opponents, and we are proud to offer the counsel and advocacy we would expect if we were in your shoes. That’s why we work relentlessly for the best possible resolutions and the maximum possible compensation, no matter how complex or challenging a case may be.
Whether you need answers about a potential claim or it’s time to take the next steps, we are here for you, ready to help 24/7.
in various types of car accident claims, including those involving catastrophic injury and death. Your claim and recovery could be our next victory.
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Avoidable oversights and preventable negligence are the underlying causes of most car crashes, as the table below shows (source: NHTSA).
The following takes a closer look at each cause and how negligence may be involved.
| Auto Accident Cause | Percent of Crashes Caused By Error (per year) |
|---|---|
| Driver Errors | 94% |
| Vehicle Component Failures | 2% |
| Environmental Factors (Road and/or Weather) | 2% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Drivers are not always as careful, alert, sober, or responsible as they should be. In fact, driver negligence is the leading cause of car crashes in Louisiana, Texas, and across the U.S. (source: NHTSA).
Whether that negligence comes from commercial drivers or passenger vehicle motorists, the results can be serious and deadly car crashes. Here’s a closer look at the different forms of driver errors that commonly cause auto wrecks, along with some examples of each (source: NHTSA).
| Driver Errors | Percent of Crashes Caused By Error (per year) | Number of Crashes Caused By Error (per year) | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recognition Errors | 41% | 845,000 | Driver distraction, inadequate surveillance |
| Decision Errors | 33% | 684,000 | Driving too fast for conditions or curves, Misjudging others' actions or speeds |
| Performance Errors | 11% | 210,000 | Failure to maintain control of direction, Oversteering |
| Non-Performance Errors | 7% | 145,000 | Falling asleep behind the wheel |
Auto parts, equipment, and systems do not always perform flawlessly. In fact, like drivers, vehicle components can fail to perform as expected or necessary to prevent wrecks.
When vehicle problems contribute to traffic collisions:
Any number of parties could be liable when these or other forms of negligence contribute to car accidents. Often, liability for a car crash won’t be clear without further investigations and additional evidence. This is where a car accident lawyer can play a pivotal role, taking charge to identify every liable party, so victims can make them pay for the harm caused by their negligence.
The nature and complexity of your car crash claim can impact how long it takes to resolve it.
So can your legal representation. In fact, when it comes to the process and how long it takes to resolve car accident cases, it’s essential to understand that:
After a car crash, don’t wait to get answers or advocacy. Time and insurance companies can be working against you, but you can rely on a 5-star car accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers for exceptional representation when you need it most. We are skilled at winning all types of car wreck cases, and we can help you recover.
Tireless, strategic, and known for winning, our car accident attorneys are proud to offer fierce advocacy when it’s time to make negligent parties pay. Discover the difference our team can make in your car accident case and recovery by contacting us today.
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