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Back and Spinal Cord Injuries in Car Accidents
You may be entitled to compensation when an injury occurs due to someone else’s negligence. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help recover the monetary damages you deserve.
Read MoreRideshare Accident in Washington, D.C. and Recovering Compensation
A rideshare accident in Washington, D.C. with Uber drivers and others can be complex and stressful for everyone involved. Victims of these accidents may find themselves facing expensive medical bills and lost wages due to missed work. Fortunately, there are options available for victims to pursue compensation for their damages.
Read MoreCar Accident Injuries Caused by Different Types of Collisions
A car accident can cause a variety of injuries, depending on the type and severity of the collision. However, certain types of car accidents are more likely to result in specific injuries, including those that follow. When negligence by another person was the cause of your trauma, you may be able to place a claim to recover compensation with the help of an injury lawyer.
Read MoreAuto Accident in Washington, D.C.
What do you do after an auto accident if you were injured by a negligent driver? Is it a good idea to hire an attorney? Injured victims may be able to recover damages from the responsible parties if they hire an experienced personal injury attorney.
After a car accident, hiring a lawyer has many benefits. It is an attorney’s job to protect your rights and make sure that you receive the compensation you are entitled to. In addition to handling the paperwork, the lawyer will also assist with the legal process.
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 MoreCar Accidents and Statutes of Limitations
The statute of limitations is the time period in which a lawsuit can be filed following an injury or death caused by the negligence of another person or entity such as the city government. The statutes of limitations in Washington, D.C. can be different, depending on the category of the type the injury and on the age. However, this important part of the D.C. Code Ann. § 12-301(8) can interfere with your ability to recover damages, especially if you’re dealing with an insurance company.
At Roeser Law, all the attorneys and staff are fully committed to ensuring their clients’ rights are protected. It is our duty to provide our clients with compassionate service and to make sure they receive the compensation they deserve. Call us today at (202) 660-4070 to find out how we can help you.
Read MoreHow can an Injury Lawyer Support Me After an Auto Accident?
After an accident, you may be contacted by the other driver’s insurer. This is often upsetting. The insurance company’s representative might ask many questions about the accident and how you feel. In some cases this might be an honest effort but not always. For instance, the representative might ask how you are feeling. Normally, people are prone to say they are fine. Later on, the insurer may bring this up and insist there was nothing wrong with you.
On other occasions, a natural remark is to say you are sorry the accident happened. That is said in a kind, commensurate way. However, the company may insist that you were apologizing for the accident during the call. Sometimes, they will ask to record your remarks. This is not mandatory and they know it. Bottom line is, that your lawyer can speak to the insurance company representative in your stead.
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