Compensation for Auto Accident Injury
Auto accidents can have devastating consequences. In addition to physical injuries, victims may also have to deal with financial problems resulting from medical bills or loss of wages. If you've suffered pain, emotional distress or financial costs due to an auto accident, you may be able to claim compensation from the driver who caused the crash.
How to Claim Compensation After an Auto Accident Injury
Car wrecks are always stressful, but you need to keep a clear head and document every aspect of the crash. Get injuries checked out by a doctor and take photographs of the scene of the crash to show what happened. The next step is to seek an auto accident personal injury lawyer who can use the evidence you have collected to build a strong compensation claim against the other driver. Get in touch with an attorney as soon as possible after the crash rather than waiting, because your claim must be filed before it is barred by the statute of limitations. In Tennessee, the statute of limitations for personal injury is one year.
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Claim?
Settling a claim can sometimes be quick, but in some circumstances can take a while. First, you need to rehabilitate so that the extent of your injuries, medical bills and future losses can be known. You then need to collect your medical records, medical bills, and any other documents and receipts. After a demand package is sent, the insurance company representing the other driver will conduct a thorough review of all the claims before making a counteroffer. If no settlement is reached, depositions and other proceedings are expected to take place before the matter goes to trial. Most claims will settle in months but it is not unusual for more serious claims to take a while longer.
Choosing an Auto Accident Attorney
Choose a personal injury attorney who specializes in helping auto accident victims claim compensation. Litigation attorneys understand how to handle evidence and present it at trial, if your case should go that far.
Why Claim Compensation After an Auto Accident?
After all the stress of being involved in an accident, you might be wondering whether going to the effort of claiming compensation is worthwhile. In fact, claiming compensation can help you to avoid financial devastation and help you get back on your feet following an auto accident. Medical bills and loss of wages can lead to financial hardship for some accident victims. In addition, claiming the compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering can give you the resources you need to start rebuilding your life after an injury. If someone you love was the victim of wrongful death at the hands of a distracted or drunk driver or was involved in an accident involving commercial trucks, claiming compensation is a good way to seek justice and begin the process of moving on.
Get in touch today to find out how you can claim compensation following an auto accident.
