Rhode Island Car Accident Attorneys

Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, but the impact may last for weeks, months, or even years. From third-degree burns to brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, disfigurement, and more, an accident could lead to a range of severe injuries that disrupt or completely alter your daily life. And the worst part? Negligent parties often prioritize themselves over those they have injured.

You should not be left to pay the losses, or “damages,” incurred by another person’s negligence. Unfortunately, in the days after a crash, insurance agents will attempt to do just that. At Karns & Kerrison, we won’t allow this.

Since 1974, our dedicated legal team in Providence has stood up for auto accident victims, taking on insurance companies in negotiations and, if need be, in civil court. A lawsuit may be the best way to recover the full amount of your damages, such as pain and suffering, medical costs, lost earnings, emotional distress, and more.

Call us today at (888) 281-3100 to schedule a FREE consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer in Rhode Island.

When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident

The last thing anyone wants to worry about after an accident injury is having to deal with insurance adjusters, file paperwork, and collect evidence. That’s where an attorney comes in. They can handle the brunt of the legal work so that you can focus on getting the medical treatment and rest you need to recover. In addition, a good attorney can greatly increase your chance of recovering your full and fair compensation.

When you come to Karns & Kerrison, you can rest easy knowing our team of Rhode Island car accident attorneys is handling all aspects of your claim, including:

• Helping you get the medical treatment you need
• Filing all necessary paperwork
• Collecting any necessary documents or evidence to support your claim
• Negotiating with the insurance company
• Preparing your case for trial, if a settlement cannot be reached

Whether you hire an attorney is up to you—and it doesn’t hurt to consult one. Karns & Kerrison provides no-cost, no-obligation consultations to all prospective clients. That way, you can make an informed decision about legal representation.

Who Can File a Car Accident Lawsuit?

In Rhode Island, anyone injured due to the negligence of another has the right to seek compensation through a civil lawsuit.

You will need to prove a few elements to have a strong, valid case:

• The negligent party owed you a duty of care, such as the one all motorists owe to others on the road;
• The negligent party violated this duty through negligence, such as speeding or other reckless driving;
• The violation resulted in an accident, meaning their negligence (not yours) directly caused the accident; and
• The accident led to your injury and its associated damages, such as missed time from work, medical care, vehicular damage, etc.

How Much Can You Sue for a Car Accident?

While car accident victims can technically sue a negligent party for however much they want; they will need to be able to prove these damages to actually recover them.

Common damages after an auto accident include but are not limited to:

• Medical bills and prescriptions
• Doctor visits
• Hospitalization costs
• Long-term care
• Lost wages, past and future
• Loss of consortium
• Non-economic damages, like pain and suffering
• Punitive damages, for extreme cases of negligence

If the other driver's insurance policy cannot cover all the damages you have incurred, then your own insurance policy may cover the balance through uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage and collision coverage.

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Put 85+ Years of Combined Experience on Your Side

At Karns & Kerrison, we believe that no one should have to suffer due to the negligent or wrongful acts of another. We will, therefore, advocate aggressively for you.

Some of our notable motor vehicle accident case results include:

• $2.1 million for a bicyclist who was struck and killed by a motor vehicle
• $1.55 million for a woman who suffered a head and brain injury in a car crash
• $1.26 million for a nurse who was injured in a rear-end collision

With a track record of over $250 million in client recoveries and more than 85 years of combined experience, we stand ready to fight for you! Find out what it’s like to work with an award-winning trial team that puts you first.

Suggested Reading:

• Who Is Responsible for Self-Driving Car Accidents?
• Symptoms to Watch Out for After a Car Accident

Contact our Rhode Island law firm onlineto schedule a FREE, no-obligation consultation with a car accident lawyer in Providence.