Wrong-way driving accidents are one of the reasons Virginians file wrongful death lawsuits. Rutter Mills attorneys in Hampton Roads have helped area residents with their auto accident claims since 1959. As a successful law firm, we work on a contingency basis, meaning our clients pay nothing upfront for our legal services.
Wrong-Way Driving Factors
In addition to intoxication and age, other driver-related factors in wrong-way crashes include distraction, unfamiliarity with the roadways, drowsiness, and mental health problems. Motorists driving recklessly or negligently can be held liable for the victim’s family’s losses.
Sometimes local municipalities can also be held liable for the following:
Car accident lawyers will look into local crash reports to see if similar accidents occurred in that location if officials investigated road safety issues and if citizens have filed similar complaints. Often, better signage, lighting, road designs, and surveillance technology can significantly reduce the number of accidents.
Unlike most states, the Commonwealth of Virginia follows a fault-based system. Injured people can pursue compensation from the “at-fault” party or parties. To sue, the driver must have been 0% at-fault for causing the crash. If a wrong-way driver was breaking the law in some way – such as texting, drinking, speeding, or driving without a valid license – the liability issue should be reasonably straightforward.
Even so, car crash attorneys often have to fight tooth and nail to secure fair compensation for families who have lost loved ones. Insurance companies seek to pay the lowest amount to settle the matter to maintain their profit margins. The at-fault party may also have an insurance policy limit too low to cover the extent of the loss. A lawyer will help you determine who to name in the lawsuit, whether to file a claim under your insurance policy and how much to accept in a settlement.
While no result can be guaranteed, it is possible to see a substantial recovery.
Damages in a wrong way accident may include:
When the accident results in death, additional compensation can be granted for the following:
Wrongful death claims can be considered as well.
Next Steps
Lawyers for wrong-way driving accidents can help you put the pieces of your life together. First, our compassionate team will listen to your story. Then, our investigators will determine what happened, who is liable, and how much has been lost. Our expert panel will testify on your behalf to strengthen your case.
We know a fair settlement offer when we see one. We won’t settle for less than what your case is truly worth. Your family deserves ample compensation, so you don’t have to live the rest of your days in the shadow of financial hardship through no fault of your own.
Those who drive recklessly need to be held accountable to prevent future tragedies from impacting others.
Contact us to set up a free consultation with a car accident attorney in Virginia. We have two offices in Norfolk and Newport News serving the local communities, as well as Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Suffolk, and Portsmouth. Our legal fees come from successful settlements and verdicts, so there is no risk in seeking the best representation.
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