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Chagrin Falls Car Accident Lawyers
Strong advocacy when car drivers injure anyone on Ohio’s roads
Anyone who drives on Chagrin Falls roads risks an injury or a fatality every day. Just one moment of inattention or carelessness by another driver can change your life forever. At Crandall & Pera Law, our Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers have been fighting for car accident victims for nearly 30 years. Partner Steve Crandall was voted the #2 rated lawyer in all of Ohio by Super Lawyers Magazine for 2021-2023.
Our team of trial lawyers has the experience and resources to hold responsible drivers liable for the accidents they cause. We’re skilled insurance negotiators and trial lawyers and ready to fight for the compensation you deserve for all your financial damages and personal suffering.
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Table of Contents
- How dangerous are car accidents?
- What types of car accidents do you handle in Chagrin Falls?
- What types of injuries do car accident victims suffer when cars collide?
- Why do car accidents happen in Chagrin Falls?
- Who is liable for my car accident?
- How do you fight for car accident victims?
- How much is my Chagrin Falls car accident case worth?
- When do I need to file my car accident claim in Ohio?
- Do you have a Chagrin Falls car accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are car accidents?
A car traveling at 60 mph is traveling about 90 feet per second. A lot can go wrong in just one second. According to the Ohio Department of Safety & Homeland Security, in 2023, 1,100 people in Ohio died in traffic accidents. More than 6,000 traffic accidents caused serious injuries. There were more than 250,000 traffic accidents statewide.
At Crandall & Pera Law, we represent anyone who is injured in a car accident, including the people in the car (drivers and passengers) and people outside the car (pedestrians and bicycle riders). We also represent families when a loved one dies in a Chagrin Falls car accident.
What types of car accidents do you handle in Chagrin Falls?
Our Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers handle every type of car accident, including:
- Head-on crashes. These accidents usually involve a driver who drove on the wrong road, traveled in the wrong direction, tried to pass when there wasn’t enough room to pass or other causes.
- T-Bone (broadside) collisions. These accidents often occur at intersections, when vehicles back out onto a road, and when one driver doesn’t yield the right of way.
- Rear-End accidents. Usually, the driver in the rear is at fault because they drove while distracted while speeding or they were driving too closely.
- Intersection accidents. Drivers must obey the traffic signals and stop signs. They need to understand which driver has the right of way. Drivers must leave enough time to complete their turn before other drivers enter the intersection.
- Single-vehicle accidents. These accidents are often due to driver intoxication, driver distraction, and other types of negligent driving. The passengers have the right to file a claim when a driver hits a tree or a traffic barricade, veers off the road, or when the car strikes any other object.
- Multiple-vehicle accidents. Our Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers are skilled at handling accidents involving three or more vehicles. These types of accidents may involve a chain reaction or multiple accidents.
- Uber and Lyft accidents. We understand the unique challenges in holding the driver and the rideshare company accountable for any accidents that occur while an Uber or Lyft driver is on the road – whether they have a passenger or not.
We also represent accident victims who are involved in:
- Parking lot accidents, such as when a car backs out of a parking spot without looking
- Sideswipes, such as when cars merge improperly
- Pedestrian accidents at crosswalks and away from crosswalks
- Bicycle accidents that occur when bicycle riders are allowed to cross a road or bicycle on a road
- Accidents with trucks and motorcycles
- Rollover accidents
- Construction zone accidents
What types of injuries do car accident victims suffer when cars collide?
Our Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers represent anyone who suffers a catastrophic injury, a permanent injury, a chronic injury, or a serious injury that heals with time. We represent accident victims who suffer from the following:
- A traumatic brain injury, concussion, or any other type of head trauma
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis
- A traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Fractures/ broken bones
- Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
- Nerve, muscle, tendon, tissue, and/or ligament damage
- Neck, shoulder, and back pain
- Whiplash
- Burns
- Hearing loss
- Vision loss
- Seatbelt and airbag injuries
- Heart or respiratory failure
- Scarring and disfigurement
Crandall & Pera Law represents parents, spouses, children, and other eligible relatives when a loved one dies in a car accident.
Why do car accidents happen in Chagrin Falls?
Most car accidents are caused by driver negligence, such as:
- Driving while distracted – texting while driving, using a cell phone, eating, drinking, looking at a GPS, and other types of distraction
- Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Not being properly rested
- Speeding, running through a red light, or other Ohio traffic violations
- Driving too fast for weather or traffic conditions
- Some car accidents are caused by defective car parts, such as defective brakes, electrical systems, airbags, seatbelts, and fuel lines.
Who is responsible for a Chagrin Falls car accident?
While the driver is primarily responsible for most car accidents, other defendants may be liable, too. It’s important to file claims against all responsible parties to help maximize your recovery.
At Crandall & Pera Law, we file claims against one or more of the following:
- The driver
- The owner of the car is different than the driver, such as when parents allow their teenager to drive their car
- An employer of the driver
- A manufacturer of a defective car part
- A state or local entity or agency such as the Ohio Department of Transportation for improper road design or improper road maintenance
- A seller of alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated or a minor, and the intoxication caused the accident.
Other defendants may also be liable.
How do you fight for car accident victims?
Our Chagrin Falls personal injury lawyers work with investigators and the police to determine how your accident happened and who is responsible. We may work with traffic reconstruction experts, product safety experts, and other professionals when necessary.
We conduct discovery (oral questions, written questions, and requests for documents) involving the defendants and everyone with knowledge of the accident or your injuries.
We work with your healthcare team to fully assess your medical injuries.
When your case is ready for settlement discussion, we prepare formal demand letters and negotiate with the insurance carriers. Many car accident cases do settle for the policy limits. If your case doesn’t settle, our lawyers have 50-plus years of combined experience arguing cases before juries.
How much is my Chagrin Falls car accident case worth?
Our Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers consult with your doctors to verify your injuries and understand what medical care you need, the cost of the medical care, and every way your injuries are affecting your life.
We demand compensation for all your current and future damages, which normally include all your:
- Medical expenses, including ER care, hospital care, surgeries, rehabilitative care, assistive devices, and medications
- Lost income and benefits, including compensation for a permanent disability
- Daily physical pain and emotional suffering
- Property damage
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of bodily function, loss of life’s pleasure, and loss of consortium
You may be entitled to punitive damages in some cases.
We demand wrongful death damages for the funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, and the loss of emotional support when a loved one dies in a car accident.
Our Chagrin Falls accident lawyers handle personal injury and wrongful death claims on a contingency fee basis.
When do I need to file my car accident claim in Ohio?
Generally, you must file your Chagrin Falls accident case within two years of the date of the accident.
We strongly recommend that you contact us immediately so we can present the strongest case possible.
Do you have a Chagrin Falls car accident lawyer near me?
Crandall & Pera Law meets car accident victims at our office located at 15 ½ N Franklin St.
In Chagrin Falls. We do make arrangements to consult with clients at their homes or a healthcare facility if their health prevents them from coming to our office. We also consult with clients by phone and through online conferences.
Our Ohio car accident lawyers will answer all your questions and guide you step-by-step through the claims process.
Speak with our accomplished Chagrin Falls car accident lawyers today
We understand how anxious you are. You’re worrying about your health and how you’ll pay your bills. At Crandall & Pera Law, we’ve helped many car accident victims obtain strong recoveries. Many cases do settle. We’re always ready to try your case in court before a jury. Call us or use our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We also have convenient Ohio locations in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Chesterland.