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Fatal Car Accidents

Like any accident, fatal car accidents happen instantly without warning. Up to 50 million people are disabled or injured in car accidents annually. There are approximately 3,387 people who die in car crashes daily.

If you are an injured victim of fatal accident, due to the fault of another driver, you may be able to collect monetary compensation for damages and your painful suffering. As our client, we are committed to treating your situation with compassion and respect.

We thoroughly understand New Hampshire fatal car accident law. We will review your insurance policy to ensure you receive the maximum amount of coverage for your accident claim.

Did a Loved One Die in a Fatal Car Accident?

Losing a loved one in a car crash is one of the most devastating experiences anyone can ever endure. If your loved one was the main contributor of your household income, it’s mind-boggling to think how you’re going to pay for funeral expenses, medical bills and other related costs.

After losing a loved one, your main focus should be on healing from the grieving process. Worrying about how you’re going to make ends meet should be the furthest thing from your mind.

If you are an immediate relative of someone who passed in a car crash, you may be entitled to compensation for your loss.

At Anzalone Law Firm, PLLC, we will hold the negligent party accountable and pursue all areas of compensation on your behalf.

Fatal Car Accident Laws in New Hampshire

If you were involved in a fatal car accident where someone was killed or injured, you must file a New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Accident Report (Form DSMV 400) with the Division of Motor Vehicles. There is a 15-day deadline to file. In addition, if you are involved in an accident where damages are more than $1000, you must also file.

What are Some Common Causes for Fatal Car Accidents?

Driving While Distracted is a leading cause of car accidents. A distracted driver is basically a person who shifts his/her attention from the road to something less important, such as eating, texting or talking on the phone.

Reckless Drivers are known for causing many accidents. A person who has road rage is a perfect example of a reckless driver. The driver is too impatient or aggressive that he/she will go at great lengths to get in front of other drivers or intimidate other drivers. Reckless driving involves tailgating, unsafe lane changing and speeding.

Running Red Lights is the common cause of injury and death. Drivers who run through red lights are not only risking their own lives, but the lives of others around them.

Speeding beyond the speed limit is very dangerous regardless of the whether a person is driving 10, 25 or 30 miles over the limit.

Ignoring Stop Signs can cause serious car accidents. Thousands of car accidents happened because drivers ignore stop signs. Running a stop sign can cause a fatal crash if the wrongful driver is speeding.

Inclement Weather is a major contributor to many car crashes. Whether it’s a rain, sleet or snow, all elements can cause hazardous road conditions. Trucks, cars and other vehicles can easily spin out of control and crash during inclement weather.

Unsafe Lane Changing, especially at high-speeds, can lead to a fatal crash. An unsafe lane change occurs when a driver moves into the opposite lane without caution.

Have you or a loved one been involved in a fatal car crash due to no fault of your own? You deserve sound legal representation. For a free consultation, contact us or give us a call at: 603.548.3797.

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Great lawyer...Professional, organized, caring and effective. Michael is very informative and was always willing to explain the reasons behind what was being done. Can't say enough about how helpful he was every step of the way. It was really nice to feel like I actually understood what was going on with my case. Catherine Veilleux