When giving a statement, you will have to provide a car accident description to your insurance provider or the other party’s insurer. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles states that your description should include: Your name. License number. The time and date of the crash. Other parties involved. The location of the crash. You can …
Did you know that over 3,400 deaths and over 357,000 injuries occur annually in the United States due to driving in the rain? We all know that rain compromises how well our vehicles engage with the road, but few of us really know how significantly wet roads can impact our car’s driving capabilities. Of course …
Have you ever been cruising down I-66 and noticed a car engulfed in smoke or even on fire? We often look at these occurrences and think, “This would never happen to me”, right? We never imagine ourselves in such situations because most of us take at least decent care of our vehicles. We get our …
It’s been more than a year since the pandemic started and we’re finally beginning to see a light at the end of this very long tunnel. Soon, we will be living wholly different lives. Lives where we are vaccinated and able hug, bask in the joys of live music with a thousand strangers and so …
Car accidents suck, but you know what makes it even worse? Dealing with the insurance agency. Now-a-days every word you say to your insurance claims adjuster is closely monitored so it can be used against you later. Remember, the insurance agency is constantly looking for ways to pay you as little as possible for your …
If you’re living in northern Virginia, you most likely own a car. It’s no secret that vehicles are quite expensive to maintain. Aside from the cost of the vehicle itself, you have to worry about gas, insurance, maintenance, etc., and with the cost of almost everything going up, it doesn’t hurt to brush up on …
Winter is quickly approaching, and before you know it, we’ll be ankle-deep in snow trying to make a grocery run, unsure if our car will make it 5 feet let alone 5 miles. To prevent such a scenario and all around unpreparedness, we have put together a straight-forward winter vehicle maintenance checklist so you’re ready …
Texting and driving. Two words that do not belong in the same sentence, yet if you drive down the street and look around you, we can almost guarantee you’ll see at least one person driving with their phone in hand. It has become one of the most terrifying phenomenon of our times. Cell phone use …
Winter is quickly approaching. The joys of winter include the holidays, hot chocolate, peppermint bark and countless others; however, with the good comes the bad. The bad is snowstorms galore! Snow is tricky to navigate because aside from the snow and ice on the road, drivers become flustered as well. Because we want you to …
2019 poses some interesting questions for us when it comes to what to do after a car accident. We no longer need to carry disposable cameras in our glovebox as everyone has a phone with a camera built in. We are also able to record voice memos of discussions with parties involved in a car …
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01How Soon Should I Contact a Lawyer After an Accident?
Contacting a lawyer immediately after an accident is crucial to protect your legal rights, preserve evidence, and avoid missing deadlines that could impact your case.
02Should I Avoid Talking to Insurance Adjusters?
It's wise to avoid speaking with insurance adjusters without consulting an attorney first, as they may use the information against you to minimize your compensation or reject your claim entirely.
03What if the Other Driver is Lying About the Accident?
Gathering evidence like witness statements and photographs will help prove your side of the story. The best way to fight a false narrative by the at-fault driver is with facts that prove the truth.
04What Happens to My Lost Wages?
If you can't work because of an injury from someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, benefits, and bonuses. An attorney can help you pursue that compensation through negotiations or litigation.
05How is Parrish Law Firm Different?
Founding partner James R. Parrish knows the best strategies for fighting for fair compensation from insurance companies because he used to represent the insurancers in personal injury cases. A background of working on the other side of personal injury claims gives him the insider knowledge necessary to take on these deep-pocketed companies.
06How Long Do I Have to Settle My Case?
There is no strict time limit on settling a personal injury claim. However, there are restrictions on the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit. In Virginia, you must file your personal injury lawsuit within two years of the date of the accident. The time it takes to settle a case depends on the circumstances surrounding the accident and the motivations of both parties. These cases can last from a few months to several years.