The good news is that fatal automobile accidents have actually shown a downward trend since 2005, according the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, when they peaked at 39,252. In 2008, there were 34,017 fatality accidents. While this is positive news, it illustrates that fatal accidents are still a true concern. If you are involved in a fatality accident, contact a fatal accident attorney as soon as possible.
Fatal accident attorneys use their experience to get you compensation you deserve. This compensation helps with the financial burden caused by the sudden, wrongful death of a loved one. If the defendant was found to be negligent, punitive damages may also be awarded. Punitive damages are extra money that is paid to the plaintiff due to a heinous act by the defendant, causing the death of a loved one.
Fatal accident attorneys use expert medical professionals and accident scene professionals to help you get the compensation to which you are entitled. The professionals are qualified to testify in a court of law, should the defendant (or the defendant’s insurance company) not agree to a fair settlement.
Emery Brett Ledger brings more than 27 years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.
