The Law Office of David M. Kennedy, P.C. knows that when you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you will need someone who is willing to take on not only those responsible for the accident, but the insurance companies who only seem to make matters worse. David has years of experience in dealing with first-party carriers (your insurance policy), as well as multiple third-party carriers (all potential policies from all involved). Many accident victims fail to take advantage of their own policies, and end up leaving money on the table.
Truck Accidents often present a particularly unique problem. With the adoption of NAFTA and increased trucking traffic, the firm has seen an explosion in accidents involving the trucking industry. When anything larger than a pick-up is involved, it will often require an extensive investigation into driver qualifications, driver fatigue, truck maintenance, and the application of both federal and state regulations for the industry.
Accident Reconstruction is an integral part of any serious accident. David has years of experience in working with engineers and professionals in the field of accident reconstruction, many of whom continue to teach at major universities. Not only is a detailed vehicle inspection required, but on-site mapping and photography by professionals are routinely utilized. Additionally, medical professionals are often employed to review and explain how injuries occurred, unique to auto accidents. Toxicologists may be retained for an explanation of the extent of a driver being impaired, and pathologists for cause of death.
A review of the Settlements and Verdicts section will give you a good idea of the various types of cases that have been handled by the firm, while some of the more common are:
- 18-wheeler and auto on the highway
- 18-wheeler driver unqualified, fatiqued
- 18-wheeler poorly maintained
- Construction zone neglect by the State or Contractor
- Drunken or impaired driver
- Cell phone use or Texting while driving
- Clear driver inattention
An auto accident investigation often discloses that a Products Liability suit should be filed. Examples of this would be defects in tires, airbags, seat backs that break, designs that leads to rollovers, just to name a few. These possibilities are all part of a routine investigation by the firm in any serious accident case.
If you have been seriously injured or had a loved one killed in an trucking or auto accident, please contact our office.