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(804) 821-0090 Car accidents involving bad weather in Richmond can raise many questions about fault and the right to compensation for serious injury or death. Our experienced car wreck attorneys at Latham & Martin provide clients with the legal representation and support they need to successfully navigate these issues. Clients choose us for the personalized attention our lawyers give to their case by working directly with them to understand their unique goals and concerns. If you were recently injured in a bad-weather car collision, contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation.
Bad weather can make it difficult to determine which party was at fault for causing a car accident. The nature of the poor weather conditions and a driver’s response to them can play a critical role in establishing liability for damages. Early in a personal injury case, our lawyers gather important evidence to review the events leading up to the car collision and to evaluate potential claims of another driver’s fault. The evidence we review will usually include police reports, photos of the accident scene, and witness statements. Examples of driver negligence that could be the reason for a bad weather car crash could include the following:
Multiple drivers can be at fault for a car wreck involving bad weather in Richmond, which can further complicate the issue of who has an obligation to compensate for damages. If an injured party is partially at fault for causing an accident, they may not be able to recover compensation in a civil lawsuit against other negligent drivers. Our lawyers help clients evaluate these issues in their case to develop strategies for maximizing the recovery of compensation. A settlement may be possible in some cases, depending on the willingness of the parties, but our lawyers are never afraid to go to trial when necessary.
The compensation pursued after a car accident case involving bad weather in Richmond will be unique to your injury and the damages you suffer. Our lawyers could generally seek compensation for the following types of damages in a personal injury or wrongful death claim:
Additional personal circumstances, such as your age, career, and family, can also affect the amount of compensation you recover.
We recommend meeting with a lawyer as soon as possible after a car accident. Virginia has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under Virginia Code § 8.01-243. You must file a civil lawsuit within this period, beginning on the date of the bad weather car accident. Courts will dismiss lawsuits filed outside the statute of limitations, which can prevent you from recovering compensation in an otherwise valid claim.
Drivers who cause car collisions by failing to adjust for bad weather conditions have an obligation to compensate injured individuals for their losses. Our lawyers at Latham & Martin instill confidence in clients through responsive communication and a steadfast commitment to doing whatever it takes to recover compensation from those at fault. Contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation and learn more about car accidents involving bad weather in Richmond.