How Can Accident Reconstruction Impact Your Injury Lawsuit?

Some Basics About Car Accident Reconstruction.

First, you should know that the main function of professional auto accident reconstructionists is to investigate and reconstruct traffic collisions thoroughly. Their sole job is to determine how the car accident occurred and all the pertinent details.

To be as accurate as possible, auto accident deconstructionists apply the fundamental laws of physics to the evidence at the scene. By doing this and using other physical evidence, they can determine precisely how your accident happened.

In most cases, auto accident deconstructionists work backward when applying this method of investigation. They develop theories that, at some point, support conclusions about how an accident happened and the chain of events that contributed to its cause. Accident reconstruction aims to determine what factors likely played significant roles in your accident, such as speeding, failure to yield, rapid turning and lane changes, dangerous road conditions, etc.

Determining precisely how your accident happened is critical in all car accident cases, as it very efficiently and professionally proves liability (or who’s at fault) in your personal injury auto accident lawsuit.

Your skilled, experienced car accident lawyer will use this professional service to prove who’s at fault for your accident and, therefore, liable to pay you due compensation for your injuries.

In most states, including Louisiana, the party liable and at fault for your injuries is responsible for compensating you for damages.

Of course, these professional car accident reconstructionists are not used in all cases. But in complex accidents, such as those involving multiple vehicles, etc., their scientific investigation and thorough reporting are commonly invaluable to supporting your case.

Why Can Accident Reconstruction Help Me Win My Car Accident Lawsuit?

In all car accident cases in Louisiana, the burden of proof is on you, as the victim, seeking compensation. This means your attorney must prove the other driver’s negligence caused them to be at fault and also caused or significantly contributed to your accident.

When your Lafayette vehicle accident attorney hires an accident reconstruction expert, this skilled professional will investigate the crash in depth to determine what happened. After gathering information, accident reconstruction experts often develop computer models of the crash to represent and clearly explain their findings to the court and the jury. They can also provide written reports instead of or in addition to the computer model.

As stated, these professionals work backward, using much information about the crash and then developing scientifically based conclusions about what occurred.

Just some of the information your accident reconstruction expert may gather and use in your case is:

• Photos of the crash scene, the vehicles involved, and the damage they had.
• Police reports and witness statements.
• Documentation of your medical records, which precisely describe your injuries, etc.
• Any data captured by data recorders in any of the vehicles involved (or those close by).
• Detailed visual inspection of all the involved and damaged cars.
• What were the weather and road conditions during the crash, and how did that impact the incident?
• A detailed visual inspection of the crash scene and possibly crash test report data.
• Cell phone records before and during the accident, and much more.

Remember, in Louisiana, the courts use the legal concept of comparative fault. This means that if you contributed to the accident, even in a small way, it could significantly reduce or completely negate the compensation you receive.

Using detailed, scientific accident reconstruction, your skilled and thorough car accident lawyer can diligently prove who was at fault and how much their negligence contributed to the accident and your injuries.

When Might My Lawyer Use Car Accident Reconstruction in My Case?

Let’s say your car accident case is significantly more complex than a simple fender bender; in any complex cases where injuries are inflicted, your well-versed and competent car accident lawyer may find it prudent and wise to retain the professional help of an auto accident reconstructionist.

However, there are specific cases that demand you use the expert services of an accident reconstructionist in your auto accident lawsuit; just a few of these conditions include:

• If a manufacturer’s vehicle defect caused or contributed to your accident.
• When the person responsible for your accident and injuries (and their insurance company) refuses to accept liability.
• If there are no witnesses to your accident.
• When there are conflicting or contradictory witness accounts about your accident.
• When a witness to your accident has died or is now unable to provide accurate testimony.
• When it is difficult to obtain physical evidence proving liability in your accident, and more.

The above are only a few reasons your car accident lawyer may deem necessary to obtain the help of an accident reconstructionist in your lawsuit. Your competent and empathetic car accident lawyer will fully explain why these experts are needed and how they will help you prevail in your legal claim and get you the compensation you deserve.

Are There Special Qualifications to Do Car Accident Reconstruction Analysis?

The simple answer is yes, there certainly is. Car accident reconstructionists are highly trained in this field. Due to this fact, they are commonly considered expert witnesses in your legal claim, and the overall evidence and testimony they provide are often highly persuasive to the judge and jury in your case. These experts and their scientific findings can effectively deliver hard-to-refute and positive evidence to help you win your case and get the maximum compensation you deserve.

Accident reconstruction experts are usually educated in various fields, such as physics, mathematics, forensics, computer science, and engineering. They have comprehensive knowledge about pertinent aspects of your case, which helps them create detailed computer models of your crash. Their knowledge also may include car dynamics and photogrammetry, which is the science of expertly providing three-dimensional information using two-dimensional photographs.

Many accident reconstructionists also previously worked in law enforcement, which gives them extensive knowledge of accident investigation.

In a complicated case (significantly if you or a family member are severely injured), accident reconstruction experts provide the experience and real-world training needed to provide credible, factual, and convincing evidence to get the necessary funds for a full recovery and brighter future.

I’ve Been Injured In a Car Accident, Can an Accident Reconstructionist Help My Case, and How Should I Proceed?

Proving liability in your car accident claim, at times, can be challenging and legally complex; for you to win your case, however, it’s critical.

The car accident lawyers at Landgrave Garcia Injury Attorneys have an extensive and in-depth history of helping Lafayette car accident victims through all the nuances of these complex cases, including the use of auto accident reconstructionists. They fully know how these experts can help precisely and scientifically prove who was responsible for your accident and injuries.

Call them today at (337) 242-7604 for a free consultation on your unique case. They will tirelessly, professionally, and diligently use all the legal resources necessary to get you and your family the full compensation you need to recover and thrive.