No one expects to be injured in a car crash, but it happens to countless people every day. In Delaware, Ohio, the rate of serious and fatal car accidents appears to be on the rise.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol data shows that Delaware County car crash fatalities increased between 2023 and 2024. U.S. 36 was the site of multiple fatal accidents in 2024 alone, with other fatal crashes occurring on Columbus Pike and a number of smaller roads closer to Powell, OH.
Data shows that in 2023, there were 936 crash investigations in Delaware County. Alarmingly, the number of crash investigations as of July 2024 was 871. This shows that in just one year, the Delaware accident rate is on track to nearly double from the previous year.
With Delaware car accidents rising, knowing how to protect yourself if you’re injured in a crash is more important than ever.
Oliver Law Office is a woman-led law firm serving injured clients in Delaware and surrounding Ohio cities. Our award-winning personal injury attorneys are proud of their strong track record of recovering the compensation our clients need after suffering serious injuries in an accident.
The attorneys at our firm have been honored with a long list of honors and distinctions. Founding attorney Jami S. Oliver was awarded the 2024 Lawyer of the Year award in Columbus for her work on a recent product liability case in which she won a verdict for $926 million.
Oliver Law Office has recovered millions for individuals injured in Ohio motor vehicle accidents, and we’re ready to fight for you. Fair injury compensation doesn’t come easily, but recovering it is possible with our skilled legal team on your side.
The Delaware car accident lawyers at Oliver Law Firm know what it takes to recover fair personal injury compensation after a crash. Sadly, we also know what happens when injured individuals try to handle the claims process without legal representation.
Auto insurance companies have the bottom-line goal of making a profit. Many insurance companies use unfair tactics designed to make injured individuals admit fault, which saves these companies money in the long run.
When our lawyers handle your claim, we complete all paperwork and speak with the insurance representatives on your behalf. This allows you to focus fully on your recovery as we fight for injury compensation.
Working with Oliver Law Office begins with a consultation. We’ll assess your case and help you understand your options and possible case value. If we move forward together, we’ll get started on your case right away. As we work to build a case for you, we may:
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From here, your case can end in one of two ways. Either we’ll negotiate a successful settlement, or the insurance company won’t offer what you need. If that happens, we can file a lawsuit and take your case to court for a verdict.
If you need a lawsuit, you usually have only two years from the date of the injury to file. It’s important to contact our legal team as soon as possible to ensure we don’t run out of time on your case.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Delaware, Ohio, knowing the proper steps to take can have a huge impact on your ability to recover the personal injury compensation you need. As our attorneys work to build a case for you, we’ll need plenty of documentation about the accident and your injuries. You can help ensure we have what we need to win your case.
Certain steps can significantly help protect your health and financial outcomes after a crash. First, always call the Delaware Police Department and file an accident report with a police officer. During the process, don’t admit fault or speculate about the crash.
As you talk to the police, stick to the facts and don’t give more information than is necessary. Other helpful tips at the accident scene include not arguing with the other driver about why the crash happened and not posting anything about the crash or your injuries on social media.
Always see a doctor as soon as possible after the accident. When injuries are severe, injured individuals will be transported via ambulance to the emergency room. However, you should never assume you’re okay after a crash.
Some car accident injuries, like brain injuries or organ damage, can have delayed symptoms. Others, like certain types of spinal injuries, might seem minor at first but can worsen and have a devastating impact on your finances over time.
Seeing a doctor immediately identifies injuries early and establishes documentation that helps prove the accident was the cause of your injuries.
Once you’ve been treated for your injuries, you should contact our Delaware car accident lawyers as soon as possible after the accident. We offer free consultations, so you have nothing to lose by speaking with us.
We offer advice on proceeding with your insurance company to protect your chances of recovering the compensation you need. The more significant your injury costs are, the more important it is to allow our skilled legal team to handle your claim for you.
Compensation for a Delaware car accident can reimburse you for any and all costs associated with the crash. Case value differs in every case, and what you can recover depends on how your injuries have impacted your life. Our legal team will work to see if we can help you recover compensation for things like:
Insurance companies don’t hand out injury compensation without a fight. Our skilled legal team helps build the case you need to recover fair compensation for your crash injuries.
You’re not alone after a car crash in Delaware, Ohio. You should never have to struggle financially due to another driver’s carelessness, and the legal team at Oliver Law Office fights to ensure this doesn’t happen to you and your loved ones.
Oliver Law Office’s skilled car accident lawyers have recovered hundreds of millions in injury compensation, and we’re ready to fight for you next.Â
Contact our firm today to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.
