Annually, more than 2.5 million Americans go to the emergency room, and nearly 200,000 are hospitalized in motor vehicle accidents. Based on these numbers, it seems obvious car crashes can cause significant injuries to those involved. Unfortunately, the sad reality is that many car accidents even result in death. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 36,560 people were killed in car accidents in the United States in 2018. That is approximately 100 people per day that die in car crashes.
Based on these facts, the odds of dying in a car crash are approximately 1 in 107. To put these odds in perspective with the risks you face in this world, they are slightly lower than the odds of dying from a fall (1 in 106) or an opioid overdose (1 in 92). Statistically, the odds of dying in a car crash vary relatively dramatically from person to person. Regardless, this is an issue you and your family may be forced to deal with at some point in your lifetime.
A wide range of factors can impact whether an accident will be fatal. If you face a situation where your family is involved in a deadly car accident, you and your family may be able to recover compensation for your loss.
WHAT ARE THE FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ODDS OF DYING IN A CAR CRASH??
It is impossible to draft a comprehensive list of factors that could cause a fatal car accident. However, the following are a few noteworthy examples:
The size of the vehicles involved. Large trucks are especially dangerous
The speed at which the vehicles were traveling when the accident occurred
Misuse of alcohol, narcotics, and prescription medications while driving
Driving at night and during hazardous road conditions.
Driving while tired or upset
Whether victims were wearing their seatbelts
The physical condition of those involved in the accident
CAR ACCIDENT FATALITIES & WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS
Losing a loved one is difficult for anyone, but when that loss is the result of the negligence of another party, the devastation can be that much more difficult to bear. If you have lost a loved one in a car accident caused by another party, you might be entitled to compensation. So, you should contact experienced Las Vegas Wrongful Death Attorneys to evaluate bringing a wrongful death claim.
Car and truck crashes affect people in ways we can't predict. What we know for sure is that if you or your family members are injured in an accident, you will need support. The best way to secure you and your family's future is to hold negligent and reckless drivers (and insurance companies) accountable for their behavior. That's why you should retain Cohan PLLC to represent your interests.
To learn more, call our law firm at (702) 623-3579 or visit our contact us page to send us an email.
Why Hire Lawyer Who Tries Cases?
Having a wrongful death lawyer who is able to take cases to trial offers plaintiffs more leverage during settlement negotiations. Most lawyers don’t spend much time in courtrooms, so defendants often have little to fear if they end up going to court. This discourages settlements or makes settlements smaller as a result. However, when a lawyer has a history of courtroom success, it incentivizes opponents to settle faster and for larger amounts.
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If you have recently been in injured, we encourage you to contact us immediately. We have the experience you need to investigate your claim and take the necessary legal steps properly.
Chasen Cohan, Esq. is the founder of Cohan PLLC. Mr. Cohan is a licensed attorney who also possesses FINRA Series 7 (Registered Representative) and Series 63 (Uniform State Representative) licenses, state insurance licenses, and State Securities Registrations in Nevada, Missouri, and North Carolina. Mr. Cohan is admitted to practice law before the Nevada Bar, all Nevada State and Federal Courts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Mr. Cohan’s representative clients have included: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Sam’s West, Inc., MGM Grand Resorts International, New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Mandalay Corp., The Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, The Mirage Casino-Hotel, South Point Hotel & Casino, American Express, Barclays, US Bank, Wells Fargo, Citibank, and various life insurance companies and service providers.
Mr. Cohan is a Las Vegas native who graduated with honors from UCLA with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. Mr. Cohan received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law. During law school, Mr. Cohan served as a clerk for the Office of the Texas Attorney General and a Judicial Extern for United States District Court Judge James R. Nowlin.
Clients from global brands and middle-market companies to innovative startups and individuals trust Cohan PLLC to resolve their trickiest legal disputes. Whether that’s litigation in state or federal trial and appellate courts in Nevada; investigations and enforcement actions before government agencies; or mediation, arbitration, and regulatory agency proceedings. Cohan PLLC has litigated hundreds of millions in dollars of claims on behalf of corporate litigants. As a result of this experience, Cohan PLLC has been afforded the opportunity to selectively act as Plaintiff’s counsel on complex, personal injury matters.