Causes of Car Accidents

Negligent Driving Habits

More often than not, car wrecks are caused by negligence. Common causes of car wrecks include: driver fatigue, talking on a cell phone, texting, being hurried or rushed, and driving while drunk. Drivers should always make sure they have had plenty of rest and sleep before driving. Drivers should never talk on their cell phones or text. Drivers should allow sufficient time to arrive at their destinations so they are not hurried or rushed. Drivers should never drive drunk or drink and drive.

Timing is often an important part of successfully prosecuting a car accident case. The witnesses will need to be interviewed while the events are still fresh in their minds. The accident scene will need to be photographed before any changes are made. The vehicles will need to be inspected and examined before any repairs are made.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent driver, and to protect your rights, you should not give a statement to an insurance adjuster until you have contacted an attorney.

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At the Law Office of James H. Wood, our legal team will be able to help you with your car accident claim. You may have many questions about whether you qualify to file a claim, how much money you should receive from the negligent driver's insurance company, or the amount of money you should receive from your own insurance company.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent driver, please call our firm today. James Wood is a Board Certified Trial Lawyer, and he has more than 20 years of experience representing victims of negligence. We offer a free initial consultation, home and hospital visits, and contingent fee agreements. Contact an Albuquerque car accident attorney from the Law Office of James H. Wood for a free consultation today. Call (505) 906-6774.