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Suing for injuries after car accident?

Got rear ended at the light hit by a women going 40. Gone to the ER now I'm having bad hip and back pain and have to see a doctor to figure out what to do about it. Worried about my job because I'm a valet for a hotel and I can't stand too much

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  • 5 years ago

    We cannot answer this question for you - there are too many variables. You need to talk to a lawyer that does personal injury cases - you need to call an attorney AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!

    Your #1 concern is to make sure your medical bills get paid.

    Don't sign ANYTHING until you have consulted with an attorney FIRST!!!

    My guess is about 10% of personal injury matters end up in Court. BUT, when you go to a law office for a personal injury case, the attorney will immediately start preparing the matter as if it IS going to go to Court. Because they don't know for sure. So they start preparing the documents, etc. as though the case will go to Court.

    This is very similar to a chess game - but this "game" is played out by the insurance companies. I have seen MANY personal injury cases get settled the day before the matter was scheduled for Court. It is usually resolved by the attorneys playing out their chess moves.

    I assure you, if I was injured in a motor vehicle accident, I would get an attorney to settle my case. But, then, I work for lawyers that do Personal Injury matters - and I know how hard they work. PLEASE get a Personal Injury attorney - considering your injuries, it sounds like you are going to need a good lawyer.

    One thing I want to make you aware of: When someone has been involved in a motor vehicle accident, a "clock" starts ticking. If you wait too long, nothing will be able to be done for you. My suggestion is to call a lawyer asap.

    THE best way to find a lawyer is by word of mouth. Ask your: family, friends, coworkers, anyone you might know in the same situation, etc.

    OR

    Call your local (usually county) bar association. Ask for names of attorneys that handle Personal Injury matters. (If money is a BIG problem, you could also ask for the phone number of your local LegalAid office. - the attorneys at LegalAid are "real" attorneys, but sometimes in the field of Law, how much you are willing to pay does affect the quality you get.)

    When you call the law office(s), insist on speaking with the Lawyer. Just tell the Secretary the main idea of your matter - do not tell all the little details of your matter to the Secretary - save the details for the Attorney. When you get the Lawyer on the phone line, ask him/her:

    - Do they give >>>FREE, initial consultations for the FIRST meeting? (most do, but not all - you have to ask, don't assume)

    - How much do they charge?

    - Could you make payments on your account? (Usually personal injury matters are paid at the end, on a "contingency" (percentage) basis.)

    - Can they help you? OR Refer you to someone who can help you?

    And be patient - personal injury cases can take 1 - 2 years sometimes.

    >>>>>DON'T SIGN ANYTHING without consulting with an attorney first!!! Those insurance companies will try to trick you - beware.

    Sometimes, personal injury matters DO take years to resolve.

    Good luck to you.

    (This is based on my knowledge, information, belief, and life experiences. This was intended as personal opinion, and not intended to be used as legal advice. Seeking advice over the Internet is not a good idea - the field of Law is too complex for that. Please be careful and do your research.)

    Source(s): life
  • 5 years ago

    You have to consult a personal injury lawyer before filing a suitcase. Set an appointment with them and discuss your case. They will give you advice and pointers to help you get your claim successfully.

  • 4 years ago

    You need to consult with a personal injury attorney. He/she can help you in getting the compensation for your damages and medical expenses.

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    5 years ago

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  • Steve
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    Talk to an injury lawyer, not to Yahoo.

  • 4 years ago

    Consult an attorney

  • ?
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    You have a clear case so make sure you get the proper payout - a no win no fee deal would be good.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    Whenever i submit a question, even if it is the simplest one, they cannot give me a proper informed answer . what happened to people who really take the time to write an answer..

  • Tavy
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    You report this to YOUR Insurers who will claim on your behalf. This is why we have insurance. You don't sue the insurers claim for you.

  • Rob
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    contact local adults as it varies greatly.

    don't expect much for years

    get a high height stool for work

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