Posts Tagged ‘Auto Accident Counsel’
Recovering Compensation in Washington, D.C. Intersection Accidents
If you have been injured at an intersection, it is important to seek legal advice. Washington, D.C. accident attorney can help you determine who is liable for your damages and whether or not you have a valid legal claim.
Read MoreFind Out How a DUI Affects a Personal Injury Claim
When you’ve been injured by a drunk driver in Washington, D.C., there are several important things you need to know when filing a personal injury claim. Driving under the influence (DUI) and while intoxicated (DWI) are different designations. When a person is charged with DUI, it means their BAC level is 0.07 percent or under that. However, a field test for sobriety that was administered by a police officer shows cognitive impairment. In a DWI, the BAC level is at least 0.08 percent, which is shown by a urine, blood, or breathalyzer test.
Read MoreWho Pays Your Medical Bills After an Accident?
In the event that you settle or your case goes to civil court, the person or entity responsible for your crash or accident should pay for your medical expenses. In addition, the at-fault party’s insurance company should compensate you for any future medical expenses you will incur because of your injury. In addition to physical injuries and wages, you lost due to being unable to work, you should receive for emotional and psychological trauma as well.
You should also receive coverage for adaptive medical devices and transportation to and from your medical appointments. You should not need to pay for your medical treatment if another person caused your accident.
Read MoreWhat You Should Do After an Auto Accident
There are six million car accidents in the United States annually. That boils down to approximately 16,438 every day. Of these, 6 percent result in a fatal auto accident and 33 percent lead to an injury of some kind. The major reasons for car accidents are distracted or drunk driving. In fact, drunk drivers kill approximately 10,000 individuals each year. With the high risk of being involved in a traffic accident, it is important to know what to do when a collision occurs.
Read MoreThe Top 5 Questions People Have After a Car Accident
If you were injured in a car accident and cannot come to our offices, we will come to you in your home or the hospital to provide you with your Free Legal Consultation about your case. After you are in a car accident, what you do can affect your rights to compensation for damages. Listed below…
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