car accident lawsuits: what you need to know

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Driving under the influence

Texting while driving

Drowsy driving

Speeding

Aggressive driving

Disobeying traffic laws


Call the police. An accident report will provide an official record

of the accident

Document the scene. Get contact information from involved parties and

witnesses. Take pictures of the vehicles and surrounding area


Even if you do not need to go to a hospital, see your doctor as soon as possible after the accident. Many serious injuries, such as a traumatic brain

injury, are not immediately apparent


Do not talk to the at-fault party’s insurance adjuster

Do not give a recorded statement to anyone

Do not agree to accept money

Do not sign an agreement of any kind


Another party caused, or contributed to, the collision

The other party was more at fault than you

You suffered some type of physical injury in the collision


Economic damages – including out of pocket expenses such as medical bills, property damage,

and lost wages

Non-economic damages –what most people refer to as “pain and suffering.” This is the emotional

and/or psychological injuries you suffered


• Type and severity of physical injuries• Number of physical injuries• Future prognosis for your injuries• If the injuries leave you scarred or disfigured• The need for continued treatment and/or future

surgeries• Amount of time you were unable to work• Your age and general health prior to the

collision• The defendant’s actions• Your own negligence (if any)


The vast majority of car accident cases are resolved by the parties reaching a settlement.

If your case goes to trial, it could take more before your trial date.


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car accident lawsuits: what you need to know

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