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expertise to evaluate your situation and advocate for your rights. 2. Can You Be Compensated If a Car Accident Aggravates a Preexisting Condition? Another common misconception is that if you have a preexisting injury or condition that is worsened by a car accident, you cannot be compensated. This is not true in Massachusetts. For example, if you have a history of back problems and a car accident makes your pain and condition worse, you can still seek compensation!
Massachusetts law allows for the aggravation of preexisting
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conditions to be compensable. The aggravation of a preexisting injury is recognized as a legitimate part of your claim, and you are entitled to seek damages for the increased pain and suffering, medical expenses, and other potential costs. Let us help you figure out what part of your injury was preexisting and what was caused or worsened by an accident. We have extensive experience in demonstrating how a car accident has aggravated preexisting conditions, allowing us to achieve the compensation you deserve!
A common concern for many people involved in car accidents is what happens if they are partially at fault. In Massachusetts, the law provides some clarity and protection. It’s important to understand that as long as you are no more than 50% at fault for the accident, you still have a viable claim against the other party involved. Here’s how it works: if you are found to be exactly 50% or less at fault, you can still pursue your compensation claim. The worst-case scenario is that your fault percentage may reduce your claim’s total value. For example, if you are deemed 30% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 30%. However, you do not have a claim if you are found to be more than 50% at fault. The key is not to make assumptions about your level of fault — that’s where we come in! Often, people who believe they are more than 50% at fault are not; we have successfully proved this many times. Don’t let the insurance company decide — they are not the final arbiter. Talk to us first! We have the
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