Per WDRB, a man was ejected from a vehicle during a crash involving a Louisville Metro Police Department cruiser while police were responding to a 911 call on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 20th, 2022. The two-vehicle wreck occurred at the intersection of West Broadway and 9th Street in downtown Louisville, Kentucky around 4:30 p.m. The man that was ejected apparently sustained non-life-threatening injuries. At this time, the cause of the wreck is not clear. The yet to be identified police officer was also transported for medical treatment, but the officer’s condition is not known at this time. The accident remains under investigation.
Many car accident victims in Louisville, Kentucky, are injured or killed due to another person’s careless or reckless behavior. If you are injured in a wreck caused by one’s careless or reckless behavior, you can pursue compensation for your injuries and damages against that person’s automobile insurance carrier. If the at fault driver does not have any insurance, you may still be entitled to compensation if you (or the vehicle you occupied) had uninsured motorist coverage on your (or the vehicle’s) automobile insurance policy.
There are several common causes of accidents, including:
- Distracted driving, such as texting or using a cell phone while driving, or even eating while driving
- Inattentive driving
- Speeding
- Failure to stop at red lights or stop signs
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Reckless or aggressive driving
- Driver sleepiness or fatigue
Other facts besides human error can also play a role sometimes in the cause of a car crash. This can include weather conditions, road conditions, or vehicular defects. If you have been injured in a car accident, it’s vital that the cause of the accident is investigated in order to determine the cause of the accident and the correct parties or insurance companies to pursue for your damages.
Meagher Injury Lawyers can help not only with the investigation of your car accident but also communicate with the insurance companies on your behalf, gather all necessary evidence on your behalf to prove liability and damages, and negotiate a maximum settlement on your behalf. We also front all case expenses on your behalf which may be necessary in proving your claim, including paying any experts to prove liability or damages, deposition costs, and court filing fees, among other expenses. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident and are looking for an honest and hard-working law firm for legal representation, look no further. We are happy to provide you with a free legal consultation to discuss your legal options for your car accident injury claim. Don’t Wait, Call Tate today!