Although car accidents are incredibly common, not everyone knows what to do after being involved in a crash. In some cases, pursuing legal action may not be necessary.
You may be able to handle a simple claim with the insurance company on your own, especially if your damages are mainly limited to vehicle repairs.
However, there are some circumstances where having a car accident attorney for your case will be invaluable.
When Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney?
Here are some situations where hiring a motor vehicle accident lawyer or accident attorney may be a good idea.
1. You Sustained an Injury
If you receive a moderate or major injury in your accident, it’s best to hire an attorney.
While a minor injury may clear up in a couple of days, serious conditions such as head injuries, neck and back injuries, fractures, torn ligaments, etc. take much longer to heal.
Some of these injuries may even result in permanent disability or disfigurement. This usually leads to high medical treatment costs and lifelong complications.
In cases involving injuries, an attorney can help by pursuing compensation for all costs associated with your injury. This includes medical expenses (past and future), loss of wages (past and future), loss of earning capacity, property damage, and transportation costs.
An attorney will also seek damages on your behalf for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship, and physical disfigurement or impairment.
2. The Other Driver Caused Your Injury
If the other driver is at fault for the accident, chances are their insurance company will defend them against your claim. They do this by either assigning an insurance adjuster, providing an in-house attorney, or hiring a lawyer with close ties to the company.
This means that if you try to pursue your claim alone, you’ll be competing with the insurance company’s legal representation.
By hiring a lawyer, you not only even the odds against the other driver’s insurance company but also have someone to communicate with them on your behalf.
3. You Don’t Have Enough Time to Manage Your Claim
For those who sustain a serious injury, it may be too difficult to handle an insurance claim during recovery.
The best car wreck attorneys always offer to manage every aspect of your case. This assistance includes gathering evidence, contacting witnesses, obtaining medical records, drafting correspondence, managing contact with the insurance companies, making timely legal filings, and more.
How to Find the Best Car Wreck Attorney
When looking for an attorney to help you with your car accident claim, there are a few things you should keep in mind.
First, it’s best to hire an attorney that has extensive experience in personal injury law. An attorney focused on business or tax law may not have as much knowledge about the long-term effects of certain injuries or the type of evidence needed to prove your claim.
Second, look for an attorney that works on a contingency fee basis. This means that the attorney won’t charge you anything unless you win your case.
Finally, the best car wreck attorney will usually offer a free consultation to review the details of your case.
Contact Friedman Injury Law Today
If you have been injured in an accident, you shouldn’t have to pursue your claim alone.
At Friedman Injury Law, we provide a personalized approach for each client and do everything we can to fight for your physical, financial, and emotional recovery.
To schedule a free consultation, give us a call at 702-970-4222 or contact us online.
We are proud to serve clients throughout Nevada from our office in Las Vegas.
Blake S. Friedman, Esq. is a personal injury lawyer helping those in Las Vegas, Nevada. Blake was born and raised right here in Las Vegas, Nevada. He grew up watching his father, a battle-hardened lawyer, fight for his clients’ justice in the Clark County court system.