Yes. It may appear that the other driver was at fault for the accident and for your resulting injuries. However, car accident liability is not always clear, and car accident damages can be complicated. 
How an Attorney Can Help
Even if you feel the other driver was definitely at fault for your car accident and injuries, a personal injury attorney can help you by:
- Gathering evidence to establish liability. You may know that the other car ran the red light, but that is not enough to convince the insurance company or the court to provide you with fair compensation. Instead, you need evidence that proves liability.
- Being prepared if you are accused of being at fault. In Virginia, you may be unable to recover damages if you bear any responsibility for the accident. For example, if you were distracted at the time of the crash and are found to be partially at fault, you will be unable to recover damages even if the other driver ran a red light.
- Establishing the value of your damages. The other driver may be clearly at fault for the crash, but his lawyers may dispute how badly you were injured in the crash and the value of your damages. An experienced lawyer can review your medical records and gather the required evidence to prove how badly you were hurt and what you should recover for past, current, and future medical expenses, lost income, out-of-pocket costs, and pain and suffering.
Don’t Hesitate to Call an Attorney
Not only can your attorney help maximize your damages, he will deal with insurance adjusters, file court papers, and negotiate your settlement while you concentrate on your physical recovery and moving forward with your life.
We would be pleased to provide you with a free, no-obligation consultation if you have been hurt in a crash caused by a driver who ran a red light. Please call us, or contact us via this website today to learn more.
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