An accident can have a huge impact on you and your family. Victims of personal injury and their families often face unique challenges. The cost of medical bills following an injury can be difficult to manage, and the cost of rehabilitative care that allows people to get back on their feet can put great financial strain on many households.

The Centers for Disease Control reports that 2.5 million people are treated in emergency rooms due to car accidents. The economic cost of these hospitalizations is immense. Lifetime medical costs due to automobile injuries in 2012 cost more than $18 billion.

The CDC estimates that the earnings lost due to these injuries is around $33 billion. Many motor vehicle accidents could have been easily prevented. Distracted driving, DUI, and other factors can lead to debilitating injuries.

Fortunately, the law offers remedies for individuals who have been injured in an accident. A personal injury lawyer can help you fight for your rights, seek reimbursement for medical expenses, and lost wages.

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