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Americans spend hours on the road each week and, depending on conditions, the roads can range from mildly dangerous to very risky. Because of the time we spend in our cars, automobile accidents are almost inevitable. It's not surprising that thousands of Americans are injured or killed in automobile accidents each year. There are approximately 12 million automobile accidents annually according to the National Safety Council. Often the injuries sustained during these collisions can involve traumatic injury such as neck and back injuries, head and brain injuries, broken bones, and spinal cord injuries. Cogburn Law Offices can review the accident reports, do any necessary investigation, and present your claim to the insurance company, which allows you more time to focus on recovering from your injuries.

In the year 2008, there were more than 5.8 million car accidents in the United States. approximately 2,350,000 people were injured in motor vehicle accidents, making auto accidents one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, of the nearly 6,000 deaths reported each year approximately 35% are related to motor vehicles. The NHTSA (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration) reported other very alarming statistics on previous years of automobile accidents:

• 3,000,000 injuries of which 41,300 were fatal.
• More than one quarter of those fatalities were people under the age of 20.
• In 40% of those traffic accident fatalities alcohol was a contributing factor.
• 63% were caused from improper use of seatbelts.

Information released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reflects that medical costs of accident related injuries have increased 35% from 2000 to 2007. Many motor vehicle involved injuries result in a lifetime of follow-up doctor visits, surgeries and rehabilitation. In order to prepare yourself for these unfortunate circumstances it is crucial to obtain the best protection and compensation possible.

If you have been involved in a Nevada automobile accident or traffic collision, you may be entitled to compensation by the negligent party's insurance company and/or your own if the negligent driver was uninsured or underinsured. Never proceed with a negligence claim without first obtaining legal advice. At Cogburn Law Offices, an experienced Nevada Car Accident Lawyer that knows the court system, can cut through insurance company red tape, and will make sure you are justly compensated for all current and future damages.

The following links include further information about pursuing claims after an automobile accident:

• Fault and Liability in Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Negligence in Auto Accident Cases
• Liability and Negligence in Auto Accident Cases
• Special Auto Accident Cases

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