Auto Accident

ABOUT AUTO ACCIDENTS

What Is Auto Accident?

Millions of people are injured in car accidents every year in the United States. These accidents are caused by a number of factors, including reckless driving, speeding, intoxicated drivers, inexperienced drivers, and distracted drivers. Many of these accidents—and the injuries that occur as a result—are caused by negligent drivers.

Car accident victims who were injured by negligent drivers may be entitled to compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured in a car accident, don’t hesitate to seek legal representation from an experienced personal injury attorney.

At Charlesworth & Pompano, we have passionate and experienced car accident lawyers who are ready to assist you with your case. As a firm that has been protecting the rights of auto accident victims for more than 35 years, we know all the tricks in the book that insurance companies use in order to undervalue auto accident claims and shortchange crash victims, and we put a stop to it. Contact us today for a FREE consultation!

Types of Car Accidents Handled by C & P Law

Regardless of the types of car accident you experienced, our skilled legal team is ready to assist you. We have represented injury victims in all types of car accidents, including but not limited to:
  • Rear-end collisions
  • Sideswipe accidents
  • T-bone accidents
  • Rollover accidents
  • Multicar accidents 
  • Hit and run accidents
  • Drunk and drive accidents
  • Road range accidents
  • Distracted driving accidents
  • Uber and lift accidents
  • commercial vehicle accidents 
  • Hit and run accidents
Whether you were a driver, a passenger, or even someone traveling on bike or foot who was hit by a car, we help you seek rightful compensation for your injuries.

Common Injuries Caused by Car Accidents

People can be injured in any type of car accident—even those that occur when one or more cars are traveling at a low speed. Some of the most common car accident injuries include but are not limited to:

Soft Tissue Injuries :

Any damage to muscles, ligaments, and tendons is often referred to as a soft tissue injury. There are many different types of soft tissue injuries, but one of the most common is whiplash. This injury occurs when muscles and ligaments in the neck are stretched too far due to the sudden impact of a car accident. It affects the neck, head, and upper back, and can cause a great deal of pain.

Chest Injuries :

Drivers can sustain chest injuries such as bruises or broken ribs when their chest collides with the steering wheel during a crash. However, drivers aren’t the only ones who may injure their chests. If the impact of the collision is strong enough, passengers who are wearing seatbelts may sustain bruising on their chests.

Head Injuries :

The impact of the collision could send your head jolting in many different directions. It’s possible that your head could bump into the steering wheel, dashboard, or even the window. As a result, passengers may suffer from concussions, traumatic brain injuries, or skull fractures.

Back Injuries :

Back injuries can range in severity from minor soft tissue injuries to severe spinal cord damage. If you damage your spinal cord during a car accident, you may start to lose feeling or control over certain parts of your body. Some spinal cord injuries are so severe that they cause partial or total paralysis.

Neck Injuries :

Neck injuries can range in severity from minor soft tissue injuries to severe spinal cord damage. If you damage your spinal cord during a car accident, you may start to lose feeling or control over certain parts of your body. Some spinal cord injuries are so severe that they cause partial or total paralysis.

Connecticut Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Protection

These protections are mandated in every Connecticut auto insurance policy. Uninsured/Underinsured motorist insurance covers the policyholder’s expenses after an accident if the other driver doesn’t have insurance or doesn’t have enough coverage to pay for your damages.