Getting hit by a negligent driver can leave you feeling helpless and hopeless. You may be dealing with physical injuries, financial burdens from medical bills and lost wages, and emotional trauma. However, there are steps you can take to get compensation for your losses and damages. Filing an injury claim against the at-fault driver can help restore hope after this difficult experience.
Speak to a Doctor
The first step is to talk to a doctor or visit the ER, even if you don’t think you’re seriously hurt. Some injuries don’t show symptoms until hours or days later. Getting prompt medical care creates a record of your injuries and treatment, which will support your claim. Make sure to follow all your doctor’s recommendations for treatment and therapy. Keep track of all medical expenses and bills, as you can claim these costs in your injury case.
Report the Accident
You’ll also want to report the accident to the police and your insurance company. The police report contains important details about how the crash happened, which aids your claim. Notifying your insurer quickly preserves your rights to certain benefits. Also, collect information at the scene, like the other driver’s name, contact details, license plate, and insurance.
Talk To Us!
Next, consult us as soon as possible after the accident. We can handle the claims process for you while you focus on recovery. We’ll conduct an investigation, determine the liable parties, calculate damages, negotiate a fair settlement, and take the case to trial if needed. We offer free consultations and only collect fees if we win your case.
Gathering Evidence
When building your injury claim, we will gather evidence like police reports, medical records, bills and receipts, and witness statements. Photographs of vehicle damage, skid marks, and injuries also help prove your case. We may consult accident reconstruction experts to analyze what happened. We’ll use negligence laws and legal principles like respondeat superior to establish liability.
Claiming Compensation
Your settlement may cover both economic and non-economic losses. Economic damages include medical expenses, property damage, lost income, and loss of future earnings capacity if you can’t work. Non-economic damages compensate for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and other intangible harms. We will calculate and justify every cost during negotiations.
It’s natural to feel discouraged after a motor vehicle accident injury. But taking legal action helps regain a sense of control. Pursuing fair compensation also makes the negligent party accountable, potentially preventing similar harm to others. Success in your claim won’t erase what happened, but it can ease the financial and emotional burdens substantially. With us on your side, you can move forward with hope and confidence. Justice through the legal system brings light after an accident’s darkness.
If you need advice after being hit by a negligent driver, visit our office at: 536 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133.
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