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In our modern world, it has become increasingly difficult to avoid distractions while driving. Unfortunately, distracted driving can lead to serious accidents, injuries, and fatalities. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a distracted driver, you have the legal right to seek compensation for your losses. Contact an experienced Columbus distracted driving accident lawyer to take the first steps toward recovery.
At Gervelis Law Firm, we have a successful track record of advocating for clients that spans more than five decades. We understand the impact an injury can have on your life and your family, and we are personally invested in helping you pick up the pieces and move forward after such a destabilizing event. Our clients trust us during some of the most delicate times in their lives, and we are honored to serve them and help them navigate the unknown.
Our founding attorney, Mark S. Gervelis, has the distinction of being a Board-Certified Civil Trial Lawyer. This certification comes from the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification and sets Mark apart as an especially capable attorney when it comes to litigation.
Our office, located at 1335 Dublin Road in Columbus, is very convenient for our clients in Columbus and the surrounding area to stop in and ask questions or discuss their needs.
Every time we get into a vehicle, we assume a certain amount of risk, even though we aren’t always conscious of it. In 2024, 42,789 individuals in the United States died as a result of car accidents. One of the most common contributing factors to car accidents is distracted driving.
Texting, or otherwise looking at electronic devices, is one of the more common forms of distraction for drivers today. Since smartphones became mainstream, they have become integrated with our lives in new ways, and many drivers find it difficult to put their devices down while behind the wheel.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving was responsible for 3,208 deaths in the United States in 2024. Aside from using devices, the following activities are common distractions for drivers:
Most of us probably get distracted while driving from time to time. Unfortunately, it only takes a moment for an accident to happen. If you find yourself involved in a distracted driving accident, it is important to know what to do.
Car accidents are stressful, and the stress can make it difficult to think clearly. Here are some steps you should take immediately following a car accident in Columbus:
After you have taken all of the necessary steps in the immediate aftermath of an accident, it is wise to hire a distracted driving accident lawyer to help you as you pursue compensation for your injury. Your attorney can help you from the beginning of the process by filing your initial insurance claim and communicating with the insurance company on your behalf.
If, as is often the case, the insurance company does not offer you a settlement that actually covers your damages, your lawyer can help you file a personal injury claim against the other driver, their insurance company, or both. After the personal injury claim is filed, your attorney can represent you in settlement negotiations. Should the case go to a courtroom trial, your lawyer can advocate for you and present your argument before a judge.
No matter where you are located, you are likely to find a wide range of fees associated with attorney services. Lawyers usually set their own rates, and they usually charge by the hour. However, many attorneys who take personal injury cases like those resulting from distracted driving accidents do so on a contingency fee structure. This means they do not charge an up-front retainer for their services. Instead, they receive a percentage of any settlement they secure.
In Ohio, people who are injured generally have two years from the date of the injury to bring a claim against the liable party. This is called a statute of limitations. After the two-year time period has passed, victims cannot use the legal system to pursue compensation. Therefore, it is vital to contact an attorney and take action in a timely manner if you have been in a distracted driving accident.
If you pursue compensation for a personal injury in Ohio, a fair settlement should restore your life to the way it was before the accident to the greatest extent possible. Your compensation should include reimbursement for all medical bills, including any projected future bills in cases of severe injuries that require long-term care, your lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Yes, in Ohio, you can still pursue compensation for injuries resulting from a car accident even if you were partially responsible for the accident. Ohio has a law that allows injured people to seek compensation as long as their liability in the accident in question does not exceed that of the party or parties against whom they are filing their claim.
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If you have been injured because someone else was driving while distracted, you may feel overwhelmed with your medical bills, time away from work, and concern about the future for yourself and your family. At Gervelis Law Firm, we are ready to help you navigate this challenge and restore your peace and financial stability. Contact us today for a free consultation and find out how we can help you move forward.
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