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Why Legal Assistance is Necessary After an Auto Accident

The law states those victimized in auto accidents are to be provided with compensation for property damage, lost wages, medical bills, pain, suffering, disfigurement and permanent injury.  Take a look at the stats pertaining to auto accident cases and you will find those who lean on an attorney are provided with three times the amount of compensation paid to those not represented by a legal practitioner.  Our personal injury attorney will also ensure you are not taken advantage of by a representative of your auto insurance company.

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Our accident attorneys will fiercely advocate on your behalf to obtain the maximum amount of benefits.  We have successfully represented clients in all sorts of motor vehicle accidents.  Let us review your case, assess the chances of success, prepare the best possible legal strategy and we will push to obtain compensation.  You deserve money to cover your related medical expenses, lost wages, reduced working capacity, pain, suffering and other losses.

In some cases, such positive outcomes are only possible by taking the matter to trial. However, our legal team usually secures a favorable settlement without doing legal battle in a court of law.  Settling out of court proves that much less stressful for clients as well as the other parties involved in this matter.

Auto Accident FAQ

Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly asked questions about auto accidents.  The purpose of this FAQ is to help you better gauge what is involved in auto accident legal battles and get an idea of the steps necessary to preserve your rights.

When should the accident be reported to the insurance company?

Right away!  Report the accident to the insurance company without delay.  Otherwise, the insurance company will argue your injuries are not related to the accident as you would have reached out to report the collision immediately after it happened.  Furthermore, automobile insurance policies tend to provide an array of services and benefits you might not know of unless you report the accident.  Reaching out to your insurance company increases the likelihood that you will be provided with the benefits of these services you have paid for across the previous months and years.

When should I reach out to an auto accident attorney?

As soon as possible.  Obtain medical treatment, have the police file a formal report and reach out to our auto accident attorney.  We are here to eliminate confusion about auto accident laws, protect your rights and ensure justice is served in the form of the appropriate amount of compensation.  We will not earn any fee unless we obtain a favorable judgment or settlement on your behalf.

Who pays for the property damage to my vehicle?

Drivers who are not at-fault have a couple options.  The first option is to contact the auto insurance provider for the at-fault party.  This company will pay for your vehicle’s damage if they find their insured driver is responsible for the accident.  If you have collision coverage, you can reach out to your auto insurer to cover the cost of the damage to your vehicle minus deductibles, regardless of who is at-fault for the accident.  The insurance provider will send an adjuster to gauge the extent of the damage after you determine how to proceed.  The insurer is responsible for paying the total amount necessary to repair the vehicle or the vehicle’s fair market value, whichever of the two is less.

Do auto accident injury victims have the right to receive compensation for injuries including pain and suffering resulting from the accident? 

There is no clear answer to this question.  The driver of the other vehicle has to be at-fault in order for you to collect any money for your injuries.  If you are hurt and did not cause the accident, your ability to recover hinges on the type of insurance as well as the extent of your injuries.  In terms of obtaining compensation for non-economic losses such as pain and suffering, if you are not at-fault, our legal team will zealously advocate on your behalf to obtain compensation for all losses related to the original accident.

Is reimbursement available for lost wages if the doctor bars me from working as a result of the injuries stemming from the accident? 

Most employed individuals are covered by the state’s Temporary Disability Benefits.  Such benefits are earned by way of deductions from the paycheck across the entirety of the year.  If you are injured and incapable of working, you will likely collect upwards of 70% of your gross wage when when disabled.  However, such benefits are capped at a maximum of six months.  Those ineligible for State Disability might be able to obtain relief through their employer’s private plan.  Inquire with your personnel office about such benefits.

Auto insurance policies also provide benefits for lost wages after accidents.  Known as Income Continuation Benefits, these payments account for lost wages for at least 52 weeks equal to or greater than $100 or more each week.  This figure can be substantially increased in terms of the weekly amount and payment time period with the prudent selection of available options.  Such benefits trigger a credit for Temporary Disability Benefits you are meant to receive so you will have to apply for Temporary Disability Benefits after you cease working.