In Philadelphia, especially, auto accidents are tragically common. According to Federal Highway Administration, each year more than 1.8 million intersection crashes occur, and red-light running crashes account for 20 percent of that total. Philadelphia's red-light runners exceed the national average, causing 13 deaths and 2,856 injuries in 2000. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reports that red-light running is the leading cause of Philadelphia traffic accidents.

Under Pennsylvania's laws, if you have been injured in a vehicle accident that was caused by another person's carelessness or recklessness, you may be entitled to recover damages that include medical costs, property loss, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Please contact Munley, Munley & Cartwright's lawyers for a free assessment of your case. We have offices conveniently located in Stroudsburg, Carbondale, Hamlin, Hazleton, Scranton, and Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Accident victims should be thoroughly examined by a doctor, since seemingly minor injuries often develop into major health problems. Even if you do not have obvious injuries -- broken bones, cuts, lacerations or bruises - you may have sustained a connective-tissue or brain injury which, if left untreated, could cause major health problems in the long term. The at-fault party's insurance company is responsible for paying for all of your damages that were a result of the accident.

Accident victims and the families of those who have died in traffic-related accidents face a challenging situation that is further complicated by the complex Pennsylvania insurance laws and legal issues. As a business, insurance companies are primarily concerned with limiting their payout and your needs are secondary. It is in your best interests to contact an attorney who will put your needs before the insurance company interests. Always consult with a skilled attorney before talking with an insurance representative.

The Munley, Munley & Cartwright firm has years of experience in dealing with insurance companies and handling accident claims. We are familiar with all of the techniques that the insurance companies use to influence you to settle quickly and for less compensation. Insurance companies have a team of investigators, adjustors, agents and legal help to protect them. As the accident victim, you need your own team of legal experts to protect you. If the person responsible for your injuries does not have insurance coverage, or their coverage does not sufficiently provide for your damages, you may be entitled to collect uninsurance or underinsurance.

Most automobile accident litigation in Pennsylvania is civil actions against someone who is negligent. Negligence is the failure of a vehicle operator to exercise due care that results in an accident, injury or death. Although it is a difficult allegation to prove, our lawyers are experienced in demonstrating negligence by preparing the proper documentation, interviewing witnesses and presenting a case that meets the criteria for negligence established by Pennsylvania law. If the accident was caused by a vehicle defect, you may also be eligible to receive punitive damages from the manufacturer and/or supplier.

Because of the complexities involved in automobile accident cases, it is important that you act quickly and contact an attorney with any questions or issues. Proving negligence takes an investment of time, experience, and resources - advantages that only a qualified attorney can provide.

At Munley, Munley & Cartwright, our goal is to provide exceptional legal services to our clients. We strive to achieve the highest standard of excellence for the protection of individual rights through teamwork and the use of our considerable resources and experience. Whether we're gathering evidence, giving advice, or talking with insurance companies, we are always your representative.

If you have been injured in a car accident, please do not hesitate to contact our law firm. Please call: 1(800) 346-7401 or complete our online evaluation form.