Virginia follows the “eggshell skull” rule. Injured claimants can recover some damages if they have a pre-existing medical condition that was aggravated after an accident. This does not mean the claims process will be easy, though. The liable insurer could still contest your claim and deny compensation. A personal injury lawyer from our firm can …
It is best to report a car accident as soon as possible. Under certain circumstances, Virginia requires that you file a police report within 24 hours of the accident. How long you wait to report your accident can affect your ability to pursue compensation. You will want to report the auto accident to both the …
In Virginia, car accident insurance laws employ a fault-based system, sometimes called a tort system. “At fault” in a car accident case in Virginia means that when a driver acts negligently or carelessly, and their actions cause an accident, they are financially responsible for any injuries or damages sustained by other parties. In most cases, …
When a car accident occurs, one or more drivers can be held liable for causing it to happen. It all depends on what they were doing before the accident. For example, if one driver was texting on their cell phone and another was speeding, both could be blamed if their actions contributed to a crash. …
Fault for a parking lot accident will depend significantly on a car accident investigation. Looking at every angle of your accident will help you put your finger on who caused the crash and is liable for damages. Sometimes, police officers that arrive on the scene can help investigate the accident, but they may not always …
Most car accident cases do not go to court, according to the American Bar Association (ABA). Many car accident claimants are able to get the coverage they need through out-of-court negotiations. However, just because your car accident case does not go to court does not mean that the financial recovery process will go smoothly. You …
Accident victims can start collecting pain and suffering awards and awards for other inconveniences when their claim or case closes. The process for the distribution of funds takes time and depends on how your case was resolved. A personal injury lawyer familiar with civil claims and lawsuits can help you better understand how compensation works. …
You may be able to sue multiple parties in a delivery vehicle accident if you were in an accident caused by a delivery vehicle driver. Determining liability will be necessary, as this will determine who the at-fault party or parties are. You and your legal team may need to investigate what led to the accident …
We cannot state a dollar amount to represent how much you should ask for in a car accident settlement because every case is different. The amount of compensation that you might be able to pursue will depend on the facts of your situation. Our team will have to talk with you and investigate your car …
How long your car accident settlement takes will rest on the details of your individual situation. Some claimants are able to resolve their cases in a matter of days. Others must go through the court system to get the compensation they deserve. Some elements that may prolong your case’s resolution include: The severity of your …
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