Your car accident settlement may be taking so long because of delays in medical treatment, liability disputes, or slow insurance negotiations. Some claims resolve in a matter of weeks, while others drag on for months—or even years—due to complications. Truth be told, sometimes lawyers have hundreds of active cases, and your case isn’t getting the …
If someone else is driving your car and causes an accident, your insurance policy is typically the primary coverage. That means it will generally cover damages up to your policy limits. However, the specifics can vary depending on your policy and state laws. You may still be responsible for deductibles, and if the damages exceed …
If you’ve been in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, what you do after makes a big difference in protecting your health and your claim. Start by checking for injuries and calling 911 – even if you are not sure you need an ambulance, it is important to get law enforcement involved for a …
The person or company liable for your injuries in a rideshare accident is the one whose actions (or inaction) caused the crash. That could be the rideshare driver, another driver, or even a third party such as a business or government agency. Because these cases involve multiple layers of insurance and potential liability, working with …
After a car accident, you should make sure everyone is safe, call emergency services, and get medical attention as soon as possible. Those first few steps are the most important, no matter how serious the crash may seem. Next, call the police. Even if you are not sure about anyone being hurt. It’s important to …
Choose a lawyer who helps you feel calm or gives you a measure of relief. When you’re involved in a car accident, the aftermath can be overwhelming. The physical injuries, emotional stress, and financial burdens can take a toll on your well-being. Medical bills pile up, lost wages create financial stress, and the emotional trauma …
What if the police report is wrong? Police reports are wrong all the time. I have a client who was hit by a car while he was in a crosswalk in a suburban area. There was no pedestrian signal. My client was blamed in the police report for crossing against a light that did not …
Understanding Your Rights After an Accident with an Uninsured Driver Getting into a car accident is already stressful, but it’s even worse when the driver at fault doesn’t have insurance. If you find yourself in this situation in Virginia or Washington DC, don’t worry—there are laws and protections to help you get the compensation you …
Car accidents can be overwhelming and stressful events, often leaving victims confused about the next steps to take. The immediate aftermath of an accident is typically chaotic, filled with concerns about physical injuries, damage to your vehicle, and potential legal implications. In such a high-pressure situation, it can be difficult to know what actions to …
Because I take care of people who are physically injured, most of my clients miss time from work. Many of my Virginia and Washington DC clients are Federal employees – when they miss time from work, most of the time, the HR department can run a payroll report that shows the days they missed from …