Common injury questions

Physically recovering from your injury is only part of the fallout. Questions begin to pile up, and you deserve answers. I address some common issues throughout this site. Whether you find the counsel you need on this site or you still have questions, call me for advice, answers, and advocacy.

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People who have suffered major injuries due to someone else's negligence need the most help. Focusing my practice on recovering compensation for injury victims allows me to work efficiently and effectively to resolve your case and get you the money you deserve.

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Automobile Accident Lawyer

Which Automobiles Cause the Most Accidents?

You put yourself at risk of getting into an automobile accident every time you get in your car and start to drive.  While you may take every precaution to avoid a car crash, sometimes the very type of car you drive can make injury in an accident more likely to occur. Many cases seen by a personal injury attorney are as a result of car accidents.

According to the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), more than six million car accidents occur every year in the U.S.  More than 40,000 individuals are killed in such crashes, with an average of one fatality every 12 minutes.  They are the leading cause of death for those ages two to 34 years old.  These accidents are also the leading cause of acquired, permanent disabilities.

As an Evansville automobile accident attorney, it is my job to keep you as informed as possible regarding how you can prevent crash injuries.  According to a 2009 report by Forbes magazine, the following ten makes and models of automobiles are those most likely to result in a motor vehicle accident which require the assistance a car accident lawyer:

  • The Chevrolet Aveo
  • The Chevrolet Colorado
  • The Chevrolet Trailblazer
  • The Chrysler PT Cruiser
  • The Dodge Nitro
  • The Ford Ranger
  • The GMC Canyon and Envoy
  • The Hummer H3
  • The Kia Rio
  • The Hyundai Accent

This list was compiled using information gathered by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) combined with rollover ratings by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  Various Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs), trucks, and smaller cars were reviewed for potential safety defects.  Using test dummies examined for trauma in multiple types of crashes, the IIHS was able to determine the most likely injuries to a driver in such a vehicle, should he or she be in an actual accident.

Although federal safety standards were met by all the vehicles on the list, consumers should exercise caution when selecting one of these vehicles to purchase.

Contact my office for help from an Evansville automobile accident lawyer

Obtaining the maximum compensation possible for your suffering is easier to do with the help of an experienced automobile accident lawyer in Evansville.  If you expect more than $10,000 in medical bills from your injury, contact Neil Chapman, Attorney at Law, directly at 812-618-1833.  The initial consultation for your case is always free.