ANSWERING YOUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CAR ACCIDENT LAWSUITS
Auto accidents are often confusing to navigate. Every situation is different, and it can be difficult just speaking with insurance companies. Who can you hold accountable? How do you know if you have a case? What if you can’t recover enough compensation to pay your medical bills and future treatment?
substantial judgments for serious injuries. However, you may still be able to recover if you are covered by uninsured motorist insurance. Q: What if the at-fault driver in a crash has low policy limits that aren’t enough to cover my injuries? A: You may still be able to recover if you are covered by underinsured motorist insurance, either covering the car you were occupying or its driver. Q: If someone dies in a car accident, what claims can their family members bring? A: A personal representative of the estate can bring a wrongful death claim on behalf of the estate. The representative is usually a family member. Such cases tend to be more complicated, and it is highly advisable to retain an attorney if you wish to bring such a claim. Q: What if the driver at the time of the accident was drunk? A: If the driver was drunk, you most likely have a claim for punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages. Furthermore, there is a possibility that an establishment that served the driver alcohol may also be liable.
As car accident lawyers, we help people like you every day recover emotionally and financially following a car accident.
Below, we answer frequently asked questions about car accident cases.
Q: If I am injured in a car crash, can I sue the driver of the other car or the owner of the car for my injuries? A: Both. If the other driver was at fault in the accident, you may be able to sue both the owner and the driver of the car. Q: If I am a passenger in a car and the driver negligently causes an accident, can I sue the driver for my injuries? A: Yes, if the driver was at fault, they may be liable. Your injuries would be covered by their insurance. Q: What if the at-fault driver in a crash that injured me has no insurance? A: The truth is that it may be much harder for you to recover. Often uninsured drivers lack sufficient personal assets or income to satisfy
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