You’d think, with all the don’t text and drive campaigns out there and the knowledge that texting and driving is dangerous, no one would do it. Unfortunately, people in Oklahoma and all across the country do still text while driving every single day. They believe nothing will really happen to them; they won’t get in car accidents. Then you entered the picture.
You were going about your day like you normally do, then it happened. You were in an accident with someone who was more focused on his or her phone than the road. You were hurt. You spent time in the hospital and are still trying to recover physically, financially and emotionally. You were the victim of someone else’s carelessness and are paying the price in a big way.
Accidents like this happen every day. Numerous people suffer injuries or lose their lives in collisions with texting drivers. You survived, but your life has been forever changed. Thankfully, you do not have to suffer alone. Relief may be available to you.
When car accidents are the result of negligence, such as texting, according to the state of Oklahoma you may be entitled to seek damages for your losses through legal means. This you can do by filing the appropriate claims in civil court. From there your case may be settled through private negotiations or litigation — every case is different. An experienced attorney can help you achieve maximum relief by taking the right steps at the right time. To learn more about how an attorney may be able to assist you, please take a moment and visit our firm’s website.