Sterling Car Accident Lawyer

Experienced Sterling, Virginia Auto Collision Attorney Helping Victims Recover Compensation

Nobody plans to be injured in a car accident, but it happens to thousands of people every day in the U.S. These collisions affect each victim differently, with injuries of varying severity, a wide range of accident-related expenses, and unique impacts on a person's quality of life. You may qualify for compensation if someone else's negligence caused your crash, but your injuries and a lack of experience and resources may prevent you from handling your claim effectively.

Choosing the right lawyer to assist with your claim significantly increases your chance of a favorable outcome, but how do you know who to select? You need an attorney who focuses on personal injury law, is familiar with the court systems in your area, has extensive experience in winning complex cases, and is willing to work hard to achieve the best possible resolution for you. That perfectly describes Attorney Whitlock of Whitlock Law, LLC. Call us 24/7 to schedule your free consultation. Se Habla Español.

How Negligence Can Lead to Sterling, VA Car Accidents

Whether you were involved in a car, pedestrian, motorcycle, truck, or bicycle accident, human error was probably a contributing factor. An investigation may be required to identify the at-fault party and evidence of negligence, which could include:

• Drivers: Speeding, following too closely, distracted driving, running red lights, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driver fatigue, judgment errors
• Pedestrians: Distractions, walking into oncoming traffic, jaywalking
• Employers: Providing unsafe vehicles, requiring employees to meet unreasonable schedules
• Cargo loaders: Failing to secure or balance loads correctly
• Government agencies: Failing to maintain roads, inadequate street lighting
• Mechanics: Failing to perform routine maintenance, failing to repair known hazards
• Parts manufacturers: Designing, manufacturing, or distributing defective products

Other forms of negligence could also contribute to car accidents. In Virginia, the state's pure contributory negligence law prevents you from receiving compensation if you share fault for your collision. However, you should not assume you are ineligible. Call Whitlock Law, LLC to gain a full understanding of your legal options.

Sterling, Virginia Car Accident Damages

In auto collision claims, damages are different kinds of accident-related losses and the funds you could collect as compensation or reimbursement. Damages are divided into categories, and the amount you may receive depends on your unique circumstances. If you do not know how much your case is worth, you probably will not realize when a settlement offer is too low. Your attorney from Whitlock Law, LLC will meticulously calculate your damages and fight aggressively to help you collect all you deserve.

Economic Damages

Your accident likely led to several expenses. Economic damages can provide reimbursement for eligible expenses, such as:

• Current and future medical treatment costs
• Lost income, both current and future
• Property damage
• Costs associated with caregivers

You could have other expenses that directly result from your accident, as well. This category of damages is exact, and the amount you receive should match your total financial losses.

Non-Economic Damages

Many victims experience intangible injuries, which can be challenging to prove and quantify. Non-economic damages could compensate you for these losses, including:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Inconvenience
• Anxiety, depression, and PTSD
• Damage to personal and social relationships
• Disfigurement
• Disability

Frequent Challenges in Sterling, VA Auto Accident Claims

Although you may deserve compensation, it is often challenging to get as much as you deserve. Without a competent attorney by your side, you would likely struggle with:

• Identifying hit-and-run drivers
• Establishing liability in multiple-vehicle or commercial vehicle crashes
• Knowing how to avoid damaging your claim when communicating with insurance companies
• Filing a claim against a government entity
• Negotiating with insurers for a fair settlement
• Taking your case to trial
• Disputing a claim denial

These and other challenges could arise during the claims process. Partnering with Whitlock Law, LLC can help you confidently overcome them.

The Whitlock Difference

Do you want to work with a lawyer who does not care about you or your problems, or would you prefer an attorney who gives you personal attention and respect, going above and beyond to help you solve your issues? At Whitlock Law, LLC, safeguarding your rights and best interests is the goal of everything we do on your behalf. Our dedication to our clients has earned us 100+ five-star reviews, and Attorney Whitlock has been featured in Entrepreneur, Fortune, and Forbes for her perseverance.

When some lawyers are ready to quit, we choose to fight. Attorney Whitlock has a well-deserved reputation as one of the area's most formidable litigators because she has won cases in most Virginia county courts and all counties in Maryland. We will do all we can to achieve an optimal result for your case.

Call Our Sterling, VA Car Accident Attorney

The competence and caliber of your attorney matter if you want to achieve the best possible results. Contact Whitlock Law, LLC at 301-565-1655 to schedule your free consultation with our highly effective Sterling, Virginia motor vehicle collision lawyer. Someone will take your call 24/7, and we will not charge you fees unless we recover compensation for you.