Akron Motor Vehicle Accident Law Firm

Every year millions of people are injured in motor vehicle accidents. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury in the United States for people ages 1-34.

Many vehicle manufacturers have made safety improvements to their vehicles including air bags, rollover bars, reinforced frames, better tires, etc. Additionally, many states have passed tougher drunk driving laws. As a result, many lives may have been spared. However, with an ever increasing number of vehicles on the road, motor vehicle accidents still occur with alarming frequency. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, every 10 seconds someone in the United States is involved in a car accident.

If you have questions in the aftermath of a car accident, you are not alone. As an experienced Ohio accident firm, Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC is prepared to answer your questions and provide any assistance you need. Before you talk to an insurance company, speak with an experienced attorney to get the real answers. Here are the five most common questions our clients bring to us after a car accident:

Who pays for the damage to my car?
If the car accident was caused by the fault of the other driver, generally the other driver's insurance company is responsible for paying for the damage to your car.

Who pays for my medical bills?
As with vehicular expenses, if the accident was caused by the other driver, any medical bills that you incur as a result of the accident are generally the other driver's responsibility to pay.

What if I am hurt, but I can't afford to pay for a doctor's visit?
If you were hurt as a result of the car accident, even if your injury seems minor, it is very important for you to go to the emergency room or your family doctor immediately. This provides documentation of your injuries, which prevents the insurance company from saying that you were not hurt. If necessary, we can recommend doctors to you who will agree to see and treat you and wait to get paid after your case is settled.

What if the other driver does not have insurance?
If you have insurance, but the other driver does not, then we can proceed with your claim against your insurance company. This is called uninsured motorist coverage. Your insurance company will then attempt to collect their money back from the other driver. Remember, your insurance company, like the other driver's insurance company, will want to pay you as little as possible.

What if I can't afford to pay for attorney fees?
Don't worry. We get paid only if you get paid. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement that you eventually receive. There will be NO money taken out of your pocket and no retainer fees. Client may be responsible for associated costs and expenses of their case.

These are just a few of the most common questions after an accident, and each accident case is different.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC at 1-330-869-9007 or toll free 1-800 HURT NOW (1-800-487-8669) or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.