Cochran Firm Wisconsin Legal Blog

Determining fault in a car accident can be simple. For example, accidents caused by drivers who are intoxicated do not require much proof of fault. In other instances, however, determining who is responsible for an accident may not be so black and white, which is why you need the experienced Wisconsin car accident attorneys at the Cochran Firm on your side.

In the event of a car accident, several factors are considered in order to determine fault. A person can be found at fault for an accident if they fail to abide by traffic laws, or if they failed to drive responsibly. Immediately following an accident, police officers and insurance adjustors will rush to the scene in an attempt to determine who caused the accident.

It is a good idea to photograph the scene on your own to document the damage and any dangerous road conditions that may have contributed to the accident. It is important that you do not admit fault to anyone on the scene of an accident. When giving your statement to the police, stick to the facts about the accident; do not speculate about who or what might have caused it.

In Wisconsin, even if you are considered 40% responsible for an accident, you still have a right to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you admit fault, or if you try to represent yourself without an attorney’s help, your chances of receiving compensation for your injuries greatly decreases.

Our experienced attorneys will carefully investigate the cause of your accident and help you establish a case. Only by working with a qualified attorney can you be sure that you are rewarded fairly for all of your injuries.

If you have been injured in a car accident in Milwaukee or surrounding areas of Wisconsin, please contact the experienced car accident attorneys at the Cochran Firm Wisconsin today to schedule a free initial consultation.