A car wreck can leave you with physical injuries, a broken vehicle, emotional trauma, and financial damages. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or hopeless.
The Nebraska car accident attorneys with The Advocates have been representing car accident victims for nearly three decades, and we are ready to help you too. We are committed to assisting you in your recovery and helping you obtain the settlement you deserve.
If you’ve been injured by a negligent driver and need an experienced, caring attorney for your personal injury claim, contact The Advocates’ law firm today for a free consultation.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Get any property damage assessed and repaired
Once you've completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
Not every accident requires an lawyer. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your lawyer will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an lawyer. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees when you hire The Advocates.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. You will not pay us unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your lawyer will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive the compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
I was in an accident 3 years ago and had a very bad experience with the attorney back then I was in another accident last year and called the advocates mark and his team were amazing changed my view on accident attorneys they kept I'm touch with me every step of the way gave me authority on choices for myself I didn't have to go with what they said I could go against it and they still would have worked with me the same I had choices this time around I would always go with Mark I have even sent friends his way just cause I appreciate all the help and support the whole way threw.
My experience with the advocates was a good one. After being hit by a car on my motorcycle they helped me with a settlement with the insurance company to get the hospital bills paid. They were extremely helpful. They always answered any questions I had with in a day. Every email I sent was always responded to. If you unfortunately has to go through a injury by another person I would recommend them in helping you resolve any debt you have because if that injury. The Advocates were great to work with and help me get this unfortunate event behind me.
Steve and his crew at The Advocates were nothing short for amazing. They took my case after I was rear-ended resulting in neck surgery. Steve and company made sure all of the was taken care of and that I got the maximum compensation possible. I definitely recommend The Advocates
Mr. Brad Johnson, our lawyer; was Awesome! He was very informative, kept us up to date on my case with regular calls. He returned calls back to us within 24 hours or less. Brad Johnson is very courteous, honest, kind, and a pleasure to talk to and work with. There are very few Lawyers out there that could even come close to the high morals that Brad Johnson has and has shown towards us. We need more lawyers like Brad Johnson . If we ever needed a disability lawyer again in the future; it would be Brad Johnson and The Advocates Firm that he works at. We will definitely turn ALL of our family and friends towards this lawyer and firm; in a heartbeat!!!
I want to First say that I am truly thankful for the advocates Law Firm they have been a great service to me through this ordeal and Katie she is a tremendous lawyer someone that I would recommend she fights tooth and nail for her clients and the rest of the team they supported me to the fullest with that being said I would like to say for anyone who is trying to find an attorney to fight their case The Advocates is the way to go.
Depending on the nature of your accident, car accident injuries can range from mild to life-threatening. Some common vehicle collision injuries include:
The absolute speed limit on rural interstates in Nebraska is 75 miles per hour for both passenger vehicles as well as heavy trucks. On interstates passing through urban areas, the maximum speed limit is 70 miles per hour. On most two-lane state highways, the speed limit is 65 miles per hour.
Speed limits are set based on the following factors:
According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation, distracted driving is classified as driving while engaged in any task that takes a motorist’s focus off the road. This includes, but is not limited to:
Nebraska has a statewide ban on texting and driving, including while temporarily stopped due to a red light, traffic, or any other momentary delay. Young drivers are prohibited from using a handheld device for any purpose, including phone calls.
Around one-third of fatal crashes in Nebraska include alcohol as a factor. This puts the state in the middle of the pack when all states are ranked for drunk driving rates.
In the state of Nebraska, the legal blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.08. However, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if a person’s ability to drive safely is impaired to “any appreciable degree.”
If there is sufficient evidence that a driver has been drinking or using drugs, even if their BAC is below the legal limit, they may still be charged.
The penalties for drunk driving in Nebraska are severe.
For a first offense, a driver must:
For second and third offenses, penalties increase:
Penalties increase even more if a driver’s BAC is greater than 0.15.In the case of a drunk driving accident, the at-fault driver is typically the impaired motorist (although drivers can share fault in Nebraska). If you’ve been in a car crash with a drunk driver, contact The Advocates to get started on the road to recovery.
Any driver who is involved in an accident in Nebraska must stop as close to the scene of the accident as is safe. The driver is required to exchange information with the other party and render aid to anyone who needs it. This includes getting any injured people to a doctor or hospital should they require it.
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident, be sure to do the following:
For any personal injury case, a plaintiff only has a certain amount of time to file their claim. After that time period is up, they lose their right of action. This is referred to as the statute of limitations.
In Nebraska, the statute of limitations for car accident cases is 4 years. However, it is a good idea to file your claim much sooner than that. Personal injury cases can take a long time to settle, so it is a good idea to give yourself as much time as possible before the statute of limitations is up.
As soon as you think you may have a case, contact a Nebraska car accident lawyer so they may begin working on your claim.
If you were injured in a car accident, you will need to prove that the other driver was at fault in order to receive any damages. Nebraska is a comparative negligence state, meaning that you must be found less responsible for the accident than the other driver(s) in order to receive a settlement. Your claim will be reduced depending on how much responsibility you are found to have had in causing the accident.
Insurance companies will often do everything in their power to avoid paying you a fair settlement for your damages. They may try to convince you to settle for less than you deserve, diminish the severity of your injuries, or deny liability for the accident altogether. When dealing with physical injuries and emotional anguish, the last thing you want to do is fight with insurance adjusters.
The Advocates’ auto accident attorneys have been fighting insurance providers for decades, and we understand how frustrating it can be. We know how to get you fair compensation for your injuries and other damages, so you can focus on feeling better.
We are here to help every step of the way– our number one priority is your peace of mind. The Nebraska car accident lawyers with The Advocates will be by your side, ready to listen to your needs and ensure they are met throughout the entirety of your case. Contact our Omaha office today for a free case evaluation. You deserve an attorney who cares. You deserve an Advocate.
