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Do You Have A Solid Accident Case?

12 October 2022 by Kenneth Pierce

If you have been hit by a careless driver, you may be eligible for compensation. However, the amount you are paid depends on the value of your case. To get a professional opinion, speak to a personal injury attorney. Most of the time, consultations are free of charge. However, in the meantime, read below to find out what makes a solid personal injury case.

You Are Injured

One of the first questions a personal injury lawyer will ask you is about your injuries. That is because if you are not injured, you don't have a personal injury case. Those without injuries can be paid for their wrecked vehicle using the at-fault driver's insurance policy. The degree of your injuries also matters. Those with very serious injuries are more likely to be paid large sums of money due to the impact such an injury has on the victim's life. Long-term or permanent injuries can involve compensation for future medical treatment, loss of careers, and more.

You Sought Treatment

You must have proof of your injuries, and that means going to the doctor, hospital, or other medical facilities. Medical records and doctor's notes are proof of your injuries, how quickly you sought treatment, and the extent of the injuries.

You Have Evidence

Evidence, in the case of a car accident, includes things like:

• Photographs of the vehicles, the damage to the vehicles, the location of the vehicles from each other, etc.
• Photographs of your injuries
• Video of the accident from nearby cameras or bystanders
• Eyewitnesses that saw the accident
• Medical records of the victim
• The police or accident report

You Are Offered Representation

Personal injury lawyers are usually paid using a contingency fee arrangement. That means victims only owe their lawyers if they win their cases. In most cases, the fee is a percentage of the winning settlement or court judgment. The percentage varies by the lawyer's experience, location, and more. You are not likely to be offered a contingency fee arrangement if you have a poor case. Lawyers want to take cases that result in decent settlements so that both of you can get paid. If a lawyer believes in your case, you will be offered a representation agreement with everything spelled out.

If you possess all the above, you probably have a good case. You are likely to be paid what you deserve because of the accident. That usually means payment for your medical expenses, lost wages, damaged vehicles, pain and suffering, and more.

Speak to an accident injury attorney to find out more.

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