All drivers should be familiar with the concept of a blind spot when they are driving. By definition, a blind spot is an area that you can’t see. While we may be familiar with this, we don’t always understand how dangerous a blind spot really is.
When you can’t see areas around your car, it’s very similar to driving with your eyes closed. Drivers must exercise extreme caution and check their blind spots when backing out, turning, and changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in hitting another car, person, or bicyclist that may be in close vicinity of your car. This can cause serious injuries to those who are hit. A pedestrian that is in the blind spot behind the car can be knocked down and crushed when a driver is backing out. If a driver hits a car when changing lanes, it can cause the other driver to lose control. This can be especially dangerous on a highway where cars are travelling at high speeds. A driver that loses control can result in multiple cars being hit.
If you were hurt in a blind spot car crash, the other driver’s insurance company may reach out to you for settlement. Insurance companies often try to settle quickly to keep their costs low. While this may relieve some financial stress for you now, an early settlement can be damaging to the injured party. If your recovery is longer than doctors expect or you need future medical care, these items may not be considered in your settlement. You may be out of work longer than you anticipate. If you run out of money too soon, you may not be able to afford the medical treatment that you need. You may need to go back to work earlier than planned, which can impact your recovery. Consulting a Miami blind spot car accident lawyer can help to ensure that you receive the monetary damages that you need to get your life back to where it was before the accident.
If you were injured in a car accident and want to know what your rights are, contact Wolfson & Leon today. We offer a free evaluation of your case and can advise you of potential legal remedies to help you get the highest monetary damages available. Our attorneys work on a contingency basis which means that you only pay a fee when your case is settled. Find out what your rights are today by calling 305-285-1115.
Why Call a Miami Blind Spot Car Accident Lawyer?Victims of blind spot car accidents can be seriously injured. They can have broken bones, internal organ damage or bleeding, trauma to the head, or extensive injuries associated with being crushed by a car. Treatment for these injuries can be costly and range from surgery, countless medical procedures, and in-home care. In most cases, the victim won’t be able to work during their recovery.
People who were hurt in a blind spot car crash need to spend their time getting better, not worrying about how they are going to pay for their medical and household bills. A personal injury attorney can navigate the process on your behalf while you are recovering. If you have a case, they will file this on your behalf. They will negotiate your settlement with insurance companies and, if necessary, defend your rights if your case goes to court. While they do this on your behalf, you decide what you are willing to accept and remain in control.
At Wolfson & Leon, we defend clients who were involved in car accidents such as:
Blind spot automobile accidents are particularly dangerous because of the cursory nature that drivers use to check them. A quick glance over the shoulder or in the rearview mirrors may not be enough to thoroughly check the areas that you can’t easily see around the car. Injuries can be so extensive that they may change a victim’s life forever.
Since 1963, Wolfson & Leon has defended the rights of injured victims of car accidents. They are well-versed in the laws that govern car accidents and victim’s rights and work tirelessly to help recover the highest monetary damage award possible for their clients. If you were hurt and don’t know what the next step is that you should take, call Wolfson & Leon today. From our offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers, we represent the rights of clients throughout South Florida. It costs you nothing to find out what your rights are. Call 305-285-1115 for a free evaluation of your case.