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At Donlon Brand, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial devastation that can follow a serious vehicle accident. Our experienced attorneys have successfully represented thousands of injury victims against insurance companies and corporate defendants. We handle every aspect of your case, from crash investigation to aggressive negotiation, allowing you to focus on what matters most—your recovery.
What Are Vehicle Accident Cases?
Vehicle accident cases involve collisions and crashes on roadways that result in property damage, personal injuries, or fatalities. These incidents may involve negligence, recklessness, or product defects and can include cars, trucks, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles, rideshare vehicles, and public transportation.
The statistics are sobering: according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 42,000 people die annually in vehicle crashes in the United States, with millions more suffering injuries ranging from minor to catastrophic. The economic cost of these accidents exceeds $340 billion yearly.
When accidents occur due to negligence—such as distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving, or vehicle defects—victims have legal rights to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. The specific legal considerations vary dramatically depending on the accident type, from complex federal regulations in commercial truck crashes to multi-party liability in rideshare accidents.
Common Examples of Vehicle Accident Cases
Our firm regularly represents clients injured in:
Severe Rear-End Collisions
Resulting in whiplash, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries, often caused by distracted or impaired drivers.
Commercial Truck Crashes
Involving tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and delivery vehicles, which typically cause catastrophic injuries due to the massive size disparity.
Motorcycle Accidents
Where riders suffer severe injuries due to driver negligence or road hazards, often complicated by bias against motorcyclists.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident
Involving vulnerable road users struck by vehicles in crosswalks, bike lanes, or on sidewalks.
Uber & Lyft Collisions
Complicated by evolving insurance coverage issues depending on the driver’s status at the time of the crash.
Drunk Driving Incidents
Crashes caused by intoxicated drivers, which may involve both criminal prosecution and civil liability.
Vehicle accident cases demand thorough investigation, evidence preservation, and aggressive advocacy to counter insurance company tactics designed to minimize compensation. Our team has the expertise and resources to build compelling cases across all vehicle accident types.
Vehicle Accident Focus Areas
We provide specialized legal representation across all major types of vehicle crashes and collisions:
Car Accidents
Our attorneys handle all varieties of passenger vehicle collisions, from rear-end and head-on crashes to side-impact accidents and multi-vehicle pileups. We have extensive experience with hit-and-run investigations, uninsured motorist claims, and complex liability scenarios involving multiple at-fault parties.
Commercial Truck Accidents
We specialize in cases involving 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, and commercial vehicles where victims face corporate defense teams and complex regulatory issues. Our firm addresses jackknife accidents, underride collisions, tire blowouts, and crashes stemming from trucking company negligence such as hours-of-service violations and improper maintenance.
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Motorcycle Accidents
Our team aggressively represents injured motorcyclists against insurance companies that often unfairly blame riders. We handle left-turn collision cases, lane-splitting accidents, highway crashes, and incidents involving road hazards, fighting prejudice against motorcyclists at every stage of the legal process.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents
We advocate for vulnerable road users who suffer severe injuries when struck by vehicles. Our attorneys handle crosswalk accidents, hit-and-run bicycle crashes, parking lot pedestrian injuries, and “dooring” incidents where cyclists collide with suddenly opened car doors.
Rideshare Accidents
Our firm navigates the complex insurance issues in Uber and Lyft accident cases, representing injured passengers, other drivers hit by rideshare vehicles, and rideshare drivers themselves. We understand the coverage variations based on app status and how to maximize compensation from all available policies.
Drunk Driving Accidents
We pursue maximum compensation for victims of intoxicated drivers, often pursuing punitive damages beyond standard compensation. Our attorneys also explore dram shop liability against establishments that over-served visibly intoxicated drivers in appropriate cases.
Distracted Driving Accidents
Our team specializes in proving distraction in crashes caused by texting, cell phone use, or other attention diversions. We obtain cell phone records, app usage data, and vehicle telematics to establish liability in these increasingly common accident scenarios.
Reckless & Aggressive Driving Accidents
We handle cases involving excessive speeding, road rage incidents, illegal passing, and street racing. Our attorneys pursue both compensatory and punitive damages when drivers demonstrate conscious disregard for others’ safety.
Vehicle Defects & Auto Manufacturer Liability
Our firm represents victims injured by defective vehicles or components, including airbag failures, brake malfunctions, tire defects, and unstable vehicles prone to rollovers. We take on major manufacturers and part suppliers to hold them accountable for dangerous products.
Hazardous Road Conditions & Government Liability
We navigate the specialized legal processes required when pursuing claims against government entities for dangerous road design, inadequate maintenance, improper construction zones, or malfunctioning traffic signals that contribute to serious accidents.
Bus Accidents
Our attorneys handle cases involving city buses, school buses, tour buses, and private charters. We understand the unique liability issues, government immunity considerations, and common carrier standards that apply to these complex cases.
ATV, UTV & Off-Road Vehicle Accidents
We represent victims of off-road vehicle accidents caused by operator negligence, defective design, or hazardous trail conditions. Our firm addresses the unique liability questions that arise when accidents occur on private property or in recreational settings.
Need Help?
Don’t face the aftermath of a serious vehicle accident alone. Our experienced team is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll evaluate your case, explain your options, and show you how we can help maximize your recovery.
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