Greeley Car Accident Attorney

Car Accident Attorney in Greeley, CO

If you have recently been involved in a car accident that was not your fault. You may have injuries from the accident—possibly even serious injuries that have left you unable to work. You could find yourself unsure of where to turn or what to do. Your injuries could require continued medical treatments and you may be wondering how you will pay for those treatments or rehabilitative therapies. If you cannot work, you may be seeing your regular monthly bills go unpaid. You could significantly benefit from speaking to a Greeley car accident attorney from the Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya.

According to the Colorado DOT, in 2017 there were 118,842 auto accidents in the state of Colorado. From those accidents, there were nearly 3,000 serious injuries—injuries that require time away from work and have long-term symptoms and consequences. Nationwide, there are about six million auto accidents each and every year. When you end up injured, possibly unable to work, following an auto accident that was not your fault, it is normal to feel anxious, stressed, frustrated, even angry.

When your future is looking bleak, Greeley car accident attorney Dianne Sawaya can help. Dianne and her legal team will work tirelessly to ensure you receive the very best settlement possible from the at fault party’s insurance company. Dianne Sawaya knows how profoundly a car accident can change your life—sometimes for a relatively short amount of time, and sometimes for a lifetime. Dianne believes in your right to a fair settlement for your physical and emotional injuries—as well as other damages. It is a sure bet that the insurance company has little interest in your injuries or how they affect your life. When you have a strong, highly-skilled Greeley car accident attorney by your side, it is almost a certainty that your car accident claim will have a much more positive outcome.

Why Choose Greeley, CO Car Accident Attorney Dianne Sawaya?

Attorney Dianne Sawaya understands that you have choices when you are ready to hire an experienced personal injury attorney. Because of that fact, Dianne and her entire legal team work tirelessly to ensure your trust in our firm is warranted. Our goal is to ensure the insurance company honors their obligation to pay for your injuries (current and future), your time away from work (current and future), your pain and suffering, and any other damages incurred.

While we will always try to negotiate the very best settlement possible, if the insurance company refuses to pay what your claim is worth, we are aggressive, knowledgeable litigators who will not hesitate to take your case to trial. We believe you should the Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya for the following reasons:

• We have received more than 200 positive Google reviews from satisfied clients;
• We will always work hard to maximize the settlement you need and deserve;
• Our consultation is always 100 percent free;
• If you receive no recovery, you pay us nothing, and
• We will ensure you get the treatment you need and the settlement you deserve.

Dianne Sawaya has compassion for your situation and your injuries. She will work to secure damages for your lost wages, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and any other damages related to your car accident.

Do I Really Need a Greeley, CO Car Accident Attorney?

You may wonder whether you need a car accident attorney following your car collision. After all, can’t you negotiate with the at-fault driver’s insurance company on your own? If you do your own negotiating, it is highly unlikely the insurance company will take you very seriously. They will almost certainly attempt to “lowball” you with a settlement offer that is unlikely to fully cover your damages.

Further, there are many things involved in a personal injury claim that the average person simply does not know. There is a statute of limitations involved—the window of time you have in which to file a claim. Few people have the experience to accurately determine what their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering are actually worth; knowledgeable personal injury attorneys, such as Dianne Sawaya, do. Few individuals are equipped to ensure their rights are fully protected throughout the process—and by the time they realize a mistake, it is much too late.

If your case goes to trial, virtually no layperson would be comfortable—and have the legal knowledge—to argue their case before a jury and judge. Finally, you need time to heal from your injuries without having the added stress of dealing with an insurance company that will avoid paying a fair amount if possible. You should definitely hire a personal injury attorney if any of the following are true:

• You received any level of injury as a result of the car accident;
• You required medical treatment;
• You will require ongoing medical treatment;
• Your accident will result in time away from work;
• There is any dispute regarding which driver is at fault;
• The other driver has no auto insurance or is underinsured;
• You have emotional trauma or pain and suffering as a result of the accident and your injuries from the accident, or;
• There are fatalities as a result of the car accident.

Attorney Dianne Sawaya can take away the stress of dealing with the aftermath of a car accident away, leaving you time to get your life back on track.

What are Colorado’s Negligence Laws for Car Accidents?

Some states operate under comparative negligence, while others use contributory negligence when determining damages for those involved in a car accident. Under comparative negligence, an accident victim who played some part in the accident will still recover for their injuries, albeit a reduced amount.

Under contributory negligence, a person even slightly responsible for the accident is not allowed to recover any damages. As an example, suppose one driver runs a red light, hitting the other driver—who was exceeding the speed limit. Under contributory negligence, neither driver would be able to recover from the other.

Under comparative negligence, however, it is determined what percentage of fault each driver has. Using the same example, the driver above that ran a red light, might be assigned 90 percent of fault for the accident, while the other driver would be assigned 10 percent. If the less liable driver files a claim for damages and is awarded $100,000, that award would be reduced by 10 percent, so they would only receive $90,000.

The state of Colorado operates under modified comparative negligence laws—states that follow comparative negligence laws are either “pure” comparative negligence or “modified” comparative negligence. Under “pure” comparative negligence, even if one driver is 99 percent at fault for the accident, he or she is entitled to receive one percent compensation for damages.

Under modified comparative negligence, any driver determined to be 50 percent responsible or above forfeits the right to receive compensation for their injuries. Thus, if it were determined that one driver was 49 percent responsible for the car accident, he or she would still be entitled to nearly half of the damages awarded.

What are the Primary Causes of Car Accidents?

Every car accident is unique in some way, yet there are some common causes of car accidents, including the following:

• Distracted driving
• Driving while overly fatigued
• Impaired driving
• Exceeding the speed limit
• Reckless driving
• Careless driving
• Inclement weather
• Road hazards
• Accidents caused by defective automobile parts

What Damages Might You Receive Following Your Greeley Car Accident?

Of course, your damages will depend on the facts and circumstances surrounding your Greeley car accident. Generally speaking, the following damages may be available to you:

• Reimbursement for medical expenses to date
• Payment for estimated future medical expenses
• Reimbursement for lost wages
• Payment for future lost wages
• Payment for pain and suffering
• Reimbursement for damages to your vehicle
• Punitive damages if the at-fault driver acted in a malicious or deliberate manner

How Can the Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya Help with Your Greeley, CO Car Accident Claim?

The Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya brings you highly experienced legal professionals who will make solid decisions on your behalf as a means of securing the best settlement possible. We can communicate with your medical providers to ensure you are receiving the best care possible—and will continue to receive the best care in the future. Attorney Dianne Sawaya has extensive knowledge regarding Greeley car accidents. This knowledge, coupled with her experience, allows her to explore every available option for you and your future.

Attorney Dianne Sawaya wants to ensure that you and your family are able to move forward with your lives following a Greeley car accident. She fully understands that unless you receive the medical treatment you need and all your expenses related to the car accident are fully covered, you simply cannot get your life back on track in any meaningful way. The legal team at the Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya will ensure you receive the same care and attention we would give our own loved ones. Contact our offices today for a free consultation.