I am Larry Demerath, a Nebraska native, a veteran and a Nebraska farmer. For over 50 years I have represented families in motor vehicle cases, and fatal car accident cases are where my experience counts most.
I have recovered more than $50 million for clients in Nebraska courtrooms, including $1,062,500 in a wrongful death case, $1,025,000 for a passenger killed in a crash and $670,000 after an I-80 crash that killed two children.
I earned my law degree at the University of Nebraska College of Law and I am admitted to the Nebraska State Bar, the federal district court, the 8th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. I handle your case myself, by phone, with no travel and no waiting room. You pay nothing unless I win.
How I help families who lost someone
When a crash takes someone you love, you should not have to fight an insurance company alone. I guide your family through the legal process, protect your rights and pursue the compensation Nebraska law allows.
Investigate the crash, gather evidence and identify key witnesses
Uncover every insurance policy that may apply
Deal with the insurance companies so your family does not have to
File a Nebraska wrongful death claim on your family's behalf
Explain the deadlines that apply to your claim
Seek compensation for funeral and medical expenses, lost income and lost support
Take your case to trial if the insurance company will not pay a fair amount
Answer your questions by phone in plain language
Handle everything on a contingency fee, so you pay nothing unless I win
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Contact a Competent Car Accident Lawyer for Serious Injury or Death
Car accidents tend to produce clear and convincing evidence of who was at fault. There are many good personal lawyers around Nebraska. But there is only one with a proven track record to get you what you deserve. Nebraska vehicular law is written in such a way that the person responsible for the accident typically cannot avoid being held accountable for any injuries sustained in the accident. This is why it is important to find lawyers who understand Nebraska law and can get you all of the money you deserve.
Contact me if you have been in a car accident and I will work to see that fair compensation is obtained. You may qualify for compensation not only for your personal injury and damage but for mental health trauma as well.
Why is a Personal Injury Lawyer in Nebraska Essential?
Insurance companies operate for profit, which means their first responsibility is to their bottom line not your personal injuries from a car accident. Insurance companies know Nebraska laws favor the victims and work to limit their payout as much as possible. You need a lawyer who not only understands these laws but will fight to make sure you get everything you deserve.
Even when a car accident results in a catastrophic injury or wrongful death insurance companies will oftentimes pressure victims into taking smaller settlements. Individuals should never agree to any settlement without first consulting with a lawyer who specializes in car accidents.
Even if damage to your vehicle will sustain only minor damages, your injuries can still be substantial. As a result, your insurance company may argue that your injuries are also minor. But nothing can be further from the truth.
Insurance companies operate for profit; thus, their first responsibility is not to protect the rights of those injured in a motor vehicle collision. They understand Nebraska law favors the injured party and work to pay out as little as possible, even if the injury results in death. Often, victims find they are pressured to take an early settlement, but individuals should never agree to any settlement for a serious accident without first speaking to a car accident attorney in Nebraska to ensure they receive fair compensation. Also, oftentimes your vehicle will sustain only minor damages, but your injuries can be substantial. The insurance company then may argue that your injuries are also minor. Nothing is further from the truth.
What Type of Car Accident Cases Does Larry Demerath Handle?
I specialize in car accident restitution and can handle all types of serious car accidents involving negligence. Some of the more typical car accidents include:
Rear-end Crashes – These types of accidents typically occur when a lead vehicle slows or stops and the vehicle in the rear is not paying attention or is driving too fast and hits the back of the front vehicle. In almost all situations the rear vehicle is at fault for failing to have their vehicle under control.
Head-on Collisions – while these accidents are not as common as rear-end crashes, head-on collisions are generally more serious because of the extreme force of 2 cars slamming together. Causes of head-on collision accidents include a distracted driver, an intoxicated driver, and hazards on the road (like ice). Too often these types of accidents result in catastrophic wrongful death injuries where the need for an experienced lawyer is critical.
Broadside or T-Bone Crashes – These accidents are where one vehicle crashes into the side of another and usually result in personal injury or wrongful death – especially when the passengers are seated on the collision side of the vehicle. Side impact accidents happen for a number of reasons; such as at intersections where a driver fails to stop for a red light or stop signs or when someone fails to yield the right of way.
Cell-phone-related accidents – this accident occurs when a person is talking on their cell phone and is distracted and does not consider or see other traffic which causes an accident. Studies have shown that drivers who have these cognitive distractions are at increased risk of causing an accident and are responsible for any damages or personal injuries caused by the accident. Having a competent car accident lawyer who understands liability law for Nebraska is vital for getting you what you deserve
Drunk Driver Accidents – Nebraska has some of the toughest drinking and driving laws. Despite these laws, drinking and driving are still way too common. For example, the Nebraska Department of Transportation stated that in 2019 there were 1,542 alcohol-related crashes in Nebraska. In all of those situations, the impaired driver caused or contributed to the accident.
Rights of Passengers Who Are Injured in A Car Accident
Did you know that each year many of the people who are injured in car accidents are passengers? Passengers can also pursue a claim against a negligent driver – and that may be the driver of their vehicle or the driver of the other vehicle.
Factors that Influence Car Accidents
Most individuals do not stop to consider the various factors that may play a role in their personal injuries. For example, the headrest positioning can contribute to neck injuries or prevent them. Or, the position where the person is seated in the vehicle is also important. Those closest to the impact are the most vulnerable; they may receive catastrophic injury or even wrongful death.
Even though seat belts and airbags are designed to prevent serious injury, they may contribute to minor injuries as well. Furthermore, when a person knows an impact is inevitable, the person usually becomes tense, and this can play a role in the severity of their injuries. An experienced competent car accident lawyer in Nebraska can walk you through all of the details that occur during a car accident.
What Should You Do After An Accident
If you get into a car accident, you should do the following:
Activate your car’s hazard lights and if possible, move the vehicle out of the line of traffic.
Check the condition of all parties involved in the car accident.
Call 911 especially if there are injured parties – or the police.
Get the name and contact information of everyone involved in the car accident, including any vehicle insurance information.
If there are witnesses to the car accident, get their name and contact information.
Document the car accident scene with pictures, particularly the damage to all vehicles.
Seek appropriate medical treatment immediately following the accident.
Notify your insurance company about the accident.
Prepare and keep a journal of all of the things that led up to the car accident, including: the car accident, a record of the injuries, and any complications with the injuries. It is important to do this daily.
NEVER give a statement to the opposing parties or the insurance company unless your lawyer is present.
Contact a good lawyer who specializes in Nebraska car accident law- preferably Larry Demerath.
If you have been injured in a car accident, or you are suffering the wrongful death of a friend or family member, contact me right away. I will be happy to sit down with you to discuss your options.
Although the law is meant to be on your side, the insurance company has lawyers working to protect their interests, which means you need the very best on your side. That means using Larry Demerath to fight for you. I have been helping Nebraska residents for more than 50 years. Those injured in car accidents deserve fair compensation for their injuries and pain and suffering as well as any income they might have lost.
I serve clients by phone from Omaha throughout Nebraska including: Columbus, Grand Island, and Norfolk for your convenience.
