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Fall River Car Accidents Lawyer

At Tapalian Law, Car Accident Attorney David Tapalian is focused on helping victims of car crashes, motorcycle collisions, dog bites, and slip and falls, receive the justice they deserve. Upon initial contact with our office, we will review the details of your car accident in Fall River, Massachusetts, at no cost to you. We will explain your legal rights, the process of filing a personal injury claim and how we can help you. We are available day and night, seven days a week, to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Attorney Tapalian will personally assess your claim based on decades of experience with auto accident claims in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. To learn more, call Tapalian Law at 401-552-5000, or contact us online for a free consultation.

After your Fall River car crash, the insurance companies may contact you and try to rush you into settling for a significantly less amount of money than you deserve. Don’t sign anything until you first consult with a qualified car accident lawyer.

Filing a Personal Injury Claim After a Fall River Motor Vehicle Collision

After you are involved in any type of crash, it’s important to seek medical help right away, even if you don’t feel hurt. A doctor or other medical professional will assess your injuries and devise a treatment plan, according to your injuries and their severity. Seeking immediate medical help is a critical step to your recovery, as well as to your potential personal injury claim for damages.

The injury claim process will begin with your attorney reviewing police reports, witness statements, medical records, and other evidence crucial to the accident to determine negligence on the part of the person, or persons, responsible for the crash. Often, auto accidents involve multiple vehicles, such as a recent crash on Langley Street in Fall River where a service truck driver crashed into multiple other automobiles and residences

In assessing potential damages, bills you have incurred for medical and hospital expenses, time lost from work, plus projected costs for future treatment will be used, along with other factors. Damages are largely based on the severity of your injuries, length of recovery, and projected recovery success. If a person is severely injured and unable to make a full recovery, suffers life-threatening injuries, or is killed in the accident, these factors will greatly affect the value of damages awarded in your Fall River car accident case.

In January 2021, an 18-year-old man was killed when he lost control of his vehicle while turning a curve near Route 177. According to data from the city, there were five fatal accidents in Fall River in both 2017 and 2018. If an accident turns fatal due to actions by a negligent vehicle operator, the qualified personal injury experts at Tapalian Law can help determine your eligibility to file a Massachusetts wrongful death claim after the death of your loved one. While we know that money is unable to replace a tragic loss of life, financial compensation can ease any financial stress caused by this traumatic event.

Car Crashes Involving Pedestrians

Some Fall River car accidents also involve pedestrians. In May 2021, a 55-year-old pedestrian was severely injured in the Heritage State Park by a hit-and-run driver. In addition, a 24-year-old man was injured when a hit-and-run driver crashed into him as he walked down Brayton Avenue. Car Accident Attorney David Tapalian can help those injured by other drivers in Fall River, even if the at-fault driver has fled the scene. There are various courses of action we can explore to seek compensation after a hit and run accident, even if the driver is unable to be located.

Contact a Fall River Lawyer for Free

Call Tapalian Law for a free consultation of your Fall River car accident claim, at 401-552-5000 or fill out a contact request form on our website. With offices nearby in Providence, Warwick, and Seekonk, we are easily accessible to clients throughout MA and RI.

Details Regarding Fall River, Massachusetts

As the 10th most populous city in Massachusetts, Fall River is rich in culture. The cities of Boston, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island are nearby. Once the greatest textile manufacturer in the country, the city is also known for its Portuguese influences and historical collections. Fall River has the greatest collection of naval vessels dating back to World War II and houses the USS Massachusetts. Those interested in mysteries may enjoy a guided tour through the home of Lizzie Borden, notorious murder suspect. History buffs can walk through Battleship Cove to explore the ships used during wartime. The carousal located at the same location is the oldest one in America that still functions.

Travelers in Fall River drive through five major highways including Interstate I-195, U.S. Route 6, and Massachusetts State Highways 24, 79, 81, and 138. The city is one of the few current locations where the city hall is situated immediately above an Interstate. In such a busy city, car accidents can occur on any street, at any time, so it’s good to know the Fall River car accident attorneys at Tapalian Law are here to help you.

Significant Fall River Locations

Fall River District Court
186 S Main St. 5th Floor
Fall River, MA 02720

Fall River RMV
1794 N Main St.
Fall River, MA 02720

Probate & Family Court
289 Rock St #303
Fall River, MA 02720

Superior Court Probation Office
441 N Main St.
Fall River, MA 02720

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He took care of everything and kept me updated as well. It was such a smooth process and in the end I won my case. I would highly recommend David Tapalian! Patrice F.
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When I contacted David Tapalian, Attorney & Counselor at Law, all my worries were immediately alleviated. He handled my case from beginning to end and kept me updated every step of the way. Susie M.
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I visited David a couple of days after my accident and he gave me clear and concise details on what would happen throughout the process... David N.