You were just in a car accident. Do you know what to do Immediately? Accidents are almost always sudden unexpected events. Most people are shocked and dazed, agitated and upset. But what happens in the next few moments can often make the difference between life and death. Do you know what to do if you’re in a serious accident? Here’s Your Injury Law Group’s list of what to do should you find yourself in a serious accident: Assess yourself: Take stock of yourself: Are you hurt? Are you able to move? If you are seriously injured, do not attempt to move (unless you are not safe where you are). Ask someone to call 911 and wait for help. Assess everyone else in your car: Are they hurt? Are they able to move and exit the vehicle on their own? Like yourself, if they are seriously injured, do not attempt to move them (unless they are not safe where they are) and call 911. Get everyone…Read More
You’ve been in an accident and your car needs to be repaired or replaced. Who pays for the damage to my car? How do I make that happen? And how am I going to get around while my car is being repaired? Here’s Your Injury Law Group’s Guide to Getting Your Car Repaired After an Accident: Getting your car repaired or replaced: There are different options as to who will be paying for the damage to your car, depending on who was at fault in the accident and what type of insurance they and you have. The other owner’s/driver’s insurance company: If the other owner/driver was at fault and their insurance company accepts responsibility for the accident, you/your lawyer can process your claim through the at-fault owner’s or driver’s insurance company. For this you will be relying upon the owner/driver’s Property Damage Liability insurance coverage. This coverage, known as ‘PD coverage,’ pays for the damage to your vehicle and other property resulting from the other…Read More
