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The First Steps in Car Accident Litigation
Our firm of tenacious lawyers will draft a formal demand letter if an insurance company refuses to pay the amount you're entitled to for your injuries. The letter will outline all of your economic losses such as medical expenses and lost wages as in addition to non-economic damages like discomfort and pain.
A judge or jury will then make a ruling. If they decide in your favor, they will be able to award you damages, and the defendant is required to pay them.
1. Gathering Evidence
In a lawsuit involving a car accident, proving negligence and liability is crucial to get compensation for your losses and injuries. The gathering of evidence is one of the initial steps in the litigation process. it involves collecting documents witnesses' testimony, photographs as well as official reports like police reports.
Photographs of the scene of the accident could assist your attorney in determining what actually transpired during the collision, including the location of both vehicles after impact, skid marks, road debris, and other physical evidence. Also, take note of the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses who saw what transpired. Witnesses who testify to corroborate your version of the events is essential as it could be common for drivers to have conflicting versions of what transpired, which causes insurance companies to refuse to accept the claim or even denying responsibility altogether.
Medical records can also be used by your lawyer to establish the severity of your injury. They could include bills, receipts as well as lab results, diagnosis reports, discharge instructions and other documents. It is essential to get these records as soon as you can and send copies to your medical professionals.
A deposition is another form of evidence that your attorney could make use of. It is an out-of the court testimony that is under oath, which is then transcribing by a Court Reporter. Your lawyer can make use of the testimony to prove that your injuries have had a direct and foreseeable connection to the accident which can help justify the compensation you deserve for your damages. The majority of the evidence mentioned above is available at the site of the crash or shortly after however some evidence may not be available until much later in the legal process. This is why it's vital to speak with a well-credentialed car accident lawyer as soon as you can so that they can begin the investigation when the evidence is in its most pure form.
2. Making a Complaint
After the dust has settled and you have tended to your injuries, it's time to seek professional legal advice. A car accident lawyer can provide you with the knowledge to maximize your compensation.
The first step is to file an application with the court. The complaint will detail your specific claims and the amount you'd like to claim in damages. The document is usually written by an attorney, and filed in the court. It will also be served on the defendant.
This also triggers the discovery phase, which allows both sides to exchange information and documents related to their defenses and claims. The process can be lengthy and requires both sides to review many documents, including police reports, witness statements medical records, invoices and much more. Each side may ask for interrogatories, which are a set of questions that the other party must answer under oath, within a specific date.
During this stage, you lawyer will also work closely with medical professionals to obtain a full picture of your injuries as well as the impact they've had on your life. Your lawyer will determine the total damages. This will include future and past medical expenses as well as lost wages, pain and suffering and more.
Your lawyer might be able to come to a settlement agreement with the insurance company of the driver at fault. This is more likely after discovery and before the trial. If the insurance company doesn't agree to an equitable settlement, or if your losses are significant and not covered by insurance, then you may be required to appear in court. A jury or judge will make a decision in the case based on all the evidence presented.
3. Discovery
Discovery is a crucial phase in any lawsuit involving a car accident in which your attorney and the insurance company exchange information that could support or damage your claim. Your attorney will ask for copies of the documents supporting your case, including medical bills, police reports or work-related loss records (e.g. the records from your employer that outlines how long you missed work because of the accident) photos of your car and any damage or injuries as well as other financial information. Your attorney will also use written discovery tools, such as interrogatories, requests for production and request for admissions to question witnesses and other parties that are not present in the case.
These tools for writing discovery are shared between attorneys on both sides. The written discovery tools give the opposing party a chance to respond to questions in writing, which must be sworn to under oath, and to provide copies of other information which could be helpful to you.
Your Long Island car accident lawyer will also depose witnesses to the accident, as well as anyone with information regarding your injuries or damages that could be relevant to your case. During a deposition lawyer for the person who is at fault will ask you various questions, and your responses will be recorded on video or translated by a court reporter.
These pretrial investigation processes are designed to assist your lawyer create a compelling case against the person who is at fault and their insurer in order to get a fair settlement for all of your injuries as well as losses, expenses and costs. While there is no guarantee that all cases settle however, the majority of cases settle during or after the discovery process, which is often be completed before the trial.
4. Trial
Trials are possible where you and the insurance company are not in agreement on fault or the amount of compensation you should be awarded for your injuries. A trial is a formal proceeding where both sides submit arguments and evidence to a factfinder who renders a verdict that settles the dispute. In personal injury cases the factfinder usually a jury.
Your lawyer will present to the jury your account of what transpired during the trial. This will include any supporting evidence including photos or videos of the scene witness testimony, statements from witnesses and medical professionals, documents like police reports and bills. You may also testify about your personal memories of the incident and how it affected your life. Expert witnesses are also able to testify in support of your assertions. The defendant's lawyer can cross-examine witnesses and challenge to the admissibility of evidence.
The jury will determine at trial whether the plaintiff's injuries was caused by the defendant's reckless behavior. They will look at proximate cause which is a tangled legal concept that lawyers have to spend many hours studying during law school. Proximate causes considers how close the connection is between the actions of the defendant and the plaintiff's injuries.
A jury also has to decide the amount of damages you're entitled to. This is a complicated issue because it is contingent on the severity of your injuries and the extent of your losses. Your lawyer will present evidence including expert testimony regarding the severity of injuries as well as lost income and future earning potential, as well your suffering and impairment.
5. Settlement
Each state sets a legal deadline, known as the statute of limitations by which you must settle your claim or bring a lawsuit. If your lawyer isn't successful in negotiating a reasonable settlement with the insurance company, you might need to file a car accident lawsuit in the court. This could be a lengthy process and expensive, but it is often required to seek compensation.
During the process of discovery, your Long Island personal injuries lawyer will be present at hearings and participate in discovery (a procedure that is formal in which both sides exchange information with the other). Your lawyer will also submit legal documents, referred to as motions, asking the court to take actions such as excluding certain types evidence from trial. Settlement negotiations may continue throughout this process, and a majority of civil disputes in car accidents settle before a trial can be held.
If they feel that your injury claim is legitimate and you are willing to go to trial insurance companies will make a fair settlement offer. The settlement process is also faster and less risky compared to a court trial.
It is vital to understand your injuries prior to the settlement. It is also important to have completed all medical treatment. If you accept a settlement before your doctor has determined you have reached your maximum medical improvement (MMI) it is possible to be denied additional compensation. Additionally, you should not sign an agreement until you have met with your lawyer and received an accurate understanding of your damages. Your lawyer will make sure that you don't miss the opportunity to receive a valuable amount of compensation. They will carefully review your medical records and other documents to ensure that you get the full amount of damages to which you are entitled.
Our firm of tenacious lawyers will draft a formal demand letter if an insurance company refuses to pay the amount you're entitled to for your injuries. The letter will outline all of your economic losses such as medical expenses and lost wages as in addition to non-economic damages like discomfort and pain.
A judge or jury will then make a ruling. If they decide in your favor, they will be able to award you damages, and the defendant is required to pay them.
1. Gathering Evidence
In a lawsuit involving a car accident, proving negligence and liability is crucial to get compensation for your losses and injuries. The gathering of evidence is one of the initial steps in the litigation process. it involves collecting documents witnesses' testimony, photographs as well as official reports like police reports.
Photographs of the scene of the accident could assist your attorney in determining what actually transpired during the collision, including the location of both vehicles after impact, skid marks, road debris, and other physical evidence. Also, take note of the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses who saw what transpired. Witnesses who testify to corroborate your version of the events is essential as it could be common for drivers to have conflicting versions of what transpired, which causes insurance companies to refuse to accept the claim or even denying responsibility altogether.
Medical records can also be used by your lawyer to establish the severity of your injury. They could include bills, receipts as well as lab results, diagnosis reports, discharge instructions and other documents. It is essential to get these records as soon as you can and send copies to your medical professionals.
A deposition is another form of evidence that your attorney could make use of. It is an out-of the court testimony that is under oath, which is then transcribing by a Court Reporter. Your lawyer can make use of the testimony to prove that your injuries have had a direct and foreseeable connection to the accident which can help justify the compensation you deserve for your damages. The majority of the evidence mentioned above is available at the site of the crash or shortly after however some evidence may not be available until much later in the legal process. This is why it's vital to speak with a well-credentialed car accident lawyer as soon as you can so that they can begin the investigation when the evidence is in its most pure form.
2. Making a Complaint
After the dust has settled and you have tended to your injuries, it's time to seek professional legal advice. A car accident lawyer can provide you with the knowledge to maximize your compensation.
The first step is to file an application with the court. The complaint will detail your specific claims and the amount you'd like to claim in damages. The document is usually written by an attorney, and filed in the court. It will also be served on the defendant.
This also triggers the discovery phase, which allows both sides to exchange information and documents related to their defenses and claims. The process can be lengthy and requires both sides to review many documents, including police reports, witness statements medical records, invoices and much more. Each side may ask for interrogatories, which are a set of questions that the other party must answer under oath, within a specific date.
During this stage, you lawyer will also work closely with medical professionals to obtain a full picture of your injuries as well as the impact they've had on your life. Your lawyer will determine the total damages. This will include future and past medical expenses as well as lost wages, pain and suffering and more.
Your lawyer might be able to come to a settlement agreement with the insurance company of the driver at fault. This is more likely after discovery and before the trial. If the insurance company doesn't agree to an equitable settlement, or if your losses are significant and not covered by insurance, then you may be required to appear in court. A jury or judge will make a decision in the case based on all the evidence presented.
3. Discovery
Discovery is a crucial phase in any lawsuit involving a car accident in which your attorney and the insurance company exchange information that could support or damage your claim. Your attorney will ask for copies of the documents supporting your case, including medical bills, police reports or work-related loss records (e.g. the records from your employer that outlines how long you missed work because of the accident) photos of your car and any damage or injuries as well as other financial information. Your attorney will also use written discovery tools, such as interrogatories, requests for production and request for admissions to question witnesses and other parties that are not present in the case.
These tools for writing discovery are shared between attorneys on both sides. The written discovery tools give the opposing party a chance to respond to questions in writing, which must be sworn to under oath, and to provide copies of other information which could be helpful to you.
Your Long Island car accident lawyer will also depose witnesses to the accident, as well as anyone with information regarding your injuries or damages that could be relevant to your case. During a deposition lawyer for the person who is at fault will ask you various questions, and your responses will be recorded on video or translated by a court reporter.
These pretrial investigation processes are designed to assist your lawyer create a compelling case against the person who is at fault and their insurer in order to get a fair settlement for all of your injuries as well as losses, expenses and costs. While there is no guarantee that all cases settle however, the majority of cases settle during or after the discovery process, which is often be completed before the trial.
4. Trial
Trials are possible where you and the insurance company are not in agreement on fault or the amount of compensation you should be awarded for your injuries. A trial is a formal proceeding where both sides submit arguments and evidence to a factfinder who renders a verdict that settles the dispute. In personal injury cases the factfinder usually a jury.
Your lawyer will present to the jury your account of what transpired during the trial. This will include any supporting evidence including photos or videos of the scene witness testimony, statements from witnesses and medical professionals, documents like police reports and bills. You may also testify about your personal memories of the incident and how it affected your life. Expert witnesses are also able to testify in support of your assertions. The defendant's lawyer can cross-examine witnesses and challenge to the admissibility of evidence.
The jury will determine at trial whether the plaintiff's injuries was caused by the defendant's reckless behavior. They will look at proximate cause which is a tangled legal concept that lawyers have to spend many hours studying during law school. Proximate causes considers how close the connection is between the actions of the defendant and the plaintiff's injuries.
A jury also has to decide the amount of damages you're entitled to. This is a complicated issue because it is contingent on the severity of your injuries and the extent of your losses. Your lawyer will present evidence including expert testimony regarding the severity of injuries as well as lost income and future earning potential, as well your suffering and impairment.
5. Settlement
Each state sets a legal deadline, known as the statute of limitations by which you must settle your claim or bring a lawsuit. If your lawyer isn't successful in negotiating a reasonable settlement with the insurance company, you might need to file a car accident lawsuit in the court. This could be a lengthy process and expensive, but it is often required to seek compensation.
During the process of discovery, your Long Island personal injuries lawyer will be present at hearings and participate in discovery (a procedure that is formal in which both sides exchange information with the other). Your lawyer will also submit legal documents, referred to as motions, asking the court to take actions such as excluding certain types evidence from trial. Settlement negotiations may continue throughout this process, and a majority of civil disputes in car accidents settle before a trial can be held.
If they feel that your injury claim is legitimate and you are willing to go to trial insurance companies will make a fair settlement offer. The settlement process is also faster and less risky compared to a court trial.
It is vital to understand your injuries prior to the settlement. It is also important to have completed all medical treatment. If you accept a settlement before your doctor has determined you have reached your maximum medical improvement (MMI) it is possible to be denied additional compensation. Additionally, you should not sign an agreement until you have met with your lawyer and received an accurate understanding of your damages. Your lawyer will make sure that you don't miss the opportunity to receive a valuable amount of compensation. They will carefully review your medical records and other documents to ensure that you get the full amount of damages to which you are entitled.
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