Centreville is only about 20 miles from D.C., which means our area constantly sees traffic coming in and out of the nation’s capital. Combine this with the fact that Centreville is the most heavily-populated community in Fairfax County and accidents are just waiting to happen.
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident, our Centreville personal injury lawyers are here to seek justice and compensation on your behalf. Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today for a FREE claim review.
Why You Want a Centreville Car Accident Attorney from the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC On Your Side
Car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries. Recovering from these injuries requires all your focus. This is impossible to do if you are also attempting to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit on your own. But you don’t need to. Our personal injury attorneys can handle every aspect of your case, including:
- Gathering evidence: Our team knows what to look for to prove your case. By handling this for you, we ensure that we gather all the necessary evidence to build the strongest possible case.
- Determining all your recoverable damages: Most people don’t know exactly what is recoverable after an accident. This means that people often lose out on thousands of dollars. Our team will investigate your accident to ensure we demand every dollar you deserve.
- Communicating on your behalf: Communicating with insurance companies can be very intimidating. It’s easy to say something that can jeopardize your right to compensation. Our Centreville car accident lawyers know this better than anyone. Our founder, Jim Parrish, began his career representing insurance companies. He now uses this information and experience he gained from inside the insurance company to protect clients from insurance company tactics.
- Negotiating with insurance companies: Jim knows that another tactic insurers use is to offer a low settlement in the hopes that the injured person will accept what they can get. We won’t let this happen to you.
- Preparing your case for trial: We also prepare your case for trial and represent you to a jury (if necessary) while you focus on recovering from your injuries.
Our accident lawyers handle cases on a contingency-fee basis. You don’t pay any upfront fees to get started, and you only pay us if we recover compensation for you. There is no risk when you enlist our team.
Our Accident Lawyers Fight for Every Dollar You Lost in a Centreville Car Crash
You deserve to recover every dollar your accident cost you. This could include:
- Medical bills, such as emergency transportation, emergency treatment, copays, prescription medication, physical therapy, assistive devices, and ongoing medical care
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to work in the future
- Miscellaneous expenses, such as widening doorways to accommodate a wheelchair, installing a wheelchair ramp, or traveling for doctor’s appointments
- “Pain and suffering” and inconvenience
Our auto accident lawyers will let you know what other damages you may be entitled to.
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How Much Time Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit?
Each state has a time limit for personal injury lawsuits called the statute of limitations. In Virginia, the statute of limitations for car accident lawsuits is two years, per Va. Code § 8.01-243. If you fail to file within that time, the court will reject your lawsuit. You can still negotiate for a fair settlement, but without leverage, you may need to accept what you can get.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Centreville
There are a few things you can do following a car accident to protect yourself:
- Get yourself out of harm’s way, if possible. You want to avoid accidentally causing a second accident or being hit in traffic.
- Check yourself and others for injuries. If you believe someone else is injured, do not move them unless their safety is in jeopardy.
- Call 9-1-1. Once you have checked for injuries, call for help. Ask the dispatcher to send law enforcement and paramedics to the accident scene. This will ensure that a police report is filed, which stops your case from being a “he said, she said” issue.
- Allow the paramedics to examine you at the scene. You may feel uninjured, but your adrenaline could be masking symptoms. Have the paramedics examine you and tell them everything you’re feeling. Any amount of discomfort could indicate a severe injury, such as internal bleeding or a traumatic brain injury. Having them check you for injuries also allows you to link your injuries to the accident.
- Watch what you say to the insurance adjuster. Soon after the accident, the other driver’s insurance company will likely call you to discuss your side of the story. This can be a trap. The insurance adjuster is hoping that you will say something that jeopardizes your case. It’s important that you decline to have your statement recorded and only give the basics of the accident (e.g., what happened, where, who was involved). Direct any further questions to us.
- Do not accept a settlement offer before our team reviews it. Remember that the first settlement offer is typically much lower than you deserve. If you accept the offer, you can’t ask for more later, even if you find that you have thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket expenses. This is why it is important to have our team review any offers. If it is less than you deserve, our personal injury lawyers will negotiate for a better offer.
- Continue with your medical care. If paramedics didn’t come to the scene (or you didn’t allow them to examine you), go to the emergency room. Once you have received treatment, continue with your medical care until you have reached maximum medical improvement. If you disobey your doctor’s orders, you give the insurance company an excuse to devalue or deny your claim.
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Call Today for Your FREE Claim Review With Our Centreville Accident Team
You can and should hold the driver who caused your accident liable. Unfortunately, this is often easier said than done. But you don’t need to handle the process alone. Our Centreville car accident lawyers are here to help. And remember, since we aren’t paid until you recover compensation, you can be sure our team is as dedicated to your motor vehicle accident case as you are. Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today for a FREE claim review.
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