Accidents Involving Bad Weather Lawyer
Last updated Friday, March 4th, 2022
An accident involving hazardous weather conditions could cause severe and devastating consequences. People can sustain injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, organ damage, and loss of limbs.
With the help of a knowledgeable car accident attorney, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your injuries.
If you or a loved one were injured in an accident due to the negligent actions of another, a lawyer can help you fight for justice.
The lawyers at Skaug Law have the knowledge, skills, tools, and resources to handle the legal aspects of your case while you focus on your recovery.
How Poor Weather Conditions Can Cause Car Wrecks
Idaho roads are often icy in the winter. The first snow of the year usually leads to several accidents because people are not used to driving on icy roads.
People also may be visiting from other state and not know how to drive after a snow.
Most accidents in winter conditions are caused by individuals who are driving too fast.
If people drove more slowly in inclement weather, fewer collisions would occur.
Warning Signs Before an Accident
If someone sees other vehicles slipping and sliding, they should slow down and drive appropriately for the road conditions.
A driver may want to test the roads in their home neighborhood by hitting the brakes to see how much the vehicle slides.
To avoid a weather-related traffic accident, a person should drive slowly and have proper tires on their car.
When the weather conditions are too severe, they should refrain from driving.
Steps to Take Following a Crash
If you are involved in an accident caused by severe weather conditions in Nampa, you should first call law enforcement and an ambulance.
You should also move to a safe location if possible.
When it is safe, take photos of the accident scene and damages to vehicles.
After seeking medical attention, you should reach out to a lawyer. An accomplished attorney from Skaug Law can help preserve and gather evidence to prove your claim.
What Type of Damages Can You Recover?
Following a car crash in poor weather conditions, injured people might be entitled to damages. With the help of an attorney, victims can recover compensation for:
- Past and future medical bills
- Mental anguish
- Lost earnings
- Lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages might be available when the at-fault driver was deemed to be grossly negligent.
Punitive damages are awarded to punish the negligent party and deter them from future dangerous behavior. For more information about recoverable damages, consult with a skilled attorney.
How an Attorney Can Help
A lawyer can help you if you were involved in a car crash in poor weather conditions by conducting a full investigation, talking to witnesses, obtaining the police report, and collecting the necessary facts and evidence.
An attorney may hire an expert, such as a local weather forecaster from one of the television stations, to explain what the weather was like at the time of the accident.
You do not need to handle your case alone. Call the team at Skaug Law today to learn how we can help you win the maximum.
