i was invloved in a car accident. my car is totaled. i'm in pain. this is my first time and i would like to file a lawsuit. please give some advice how do i go about doing so. thank you in advance.
2007-08-27 12:24:34 · 12 answers · asked by Thank You 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
it was his fault. he ran a stop sign. i went right to emegency room after that. i dont have health insurance. my car is total. i now have to rent a car. my back, neck lower body is aching bad....
2007-08-27 14:39:22 · update #1
car belong to my parent but i drove the car. i just want to be sure my medical bill is pay for since i dont have health insurance. advice please.
2007-08-27 14:42:34 · update #2
call the courthouse in your area or find a lawyer they will have all the answers you need to get started.
2007-08-27 12:27:49 · answer #1 · answered by Kristy 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
First, you WILL need a lawyer.
Some lawyers may seek you out, and offer to take
the case on a contingency basis for 1/3 to 1/2 of the settlement.
THESE GUYS ARE UNETHICAL.
DON'T SIGN ANYTHING.
(1/3 to 1/2 is totally unreasonable unless you
need to go to court, and sometimes even then.)
If there was a police report, (get a copy), and the
other driver was insured, his insurance company
will probably seek you out and offer to settle.
Again, DON'T SIGN ANYTHING, but do get their
offer in writing, and ask a lawyer to review it and advise you.
(They charge by the hour, so have the accident report,
any bills you have, and any
other information you might need lined up.)
You can probably negotiate from there with your lawyers advice.
Best of luck.
2007-08-27 15:14:17 · answer #2 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lawyer or lawsuit is also an alternative, however best as a final hotel. First examine one million) Did the coverage manufacturer pay the clinic? a. If so, the clinic must now not be billing you. Just have the coverage manufacturer ship you evidence that they paid the clinic and then you definately ship copies to the clinic and the gathering company with a letter pronouncing the invoice has been made. b. If now not, ask why. Do they are saying that you weren't insured, that this method isn't included, that the clinic charged an excessive amount of, and so on.? That influences what you ought to do.
2016-09-05 16:19:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would talk to your insurance agent, like State Farm or AllState. They can work on your behalf to get your medical bills paid and loss of work revenue. If you don't have insurance look for a personal injury lawyer or talk to people you know if they know one. Don't just call the guy on the TV. Id your friends or family don't know anyone, look on the State Bar Association web site for one in your area.
2007-08-27 12:44:19 · answer #4 · answered by Molly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you want to sue? A lawyer can handle your claim for you but you need to understand -- he/she/it cannot get you ONE DIME more than you have coming, if any. Add to that your 'lawyer' will walk away with 33% of any amount you recieve (if ANY). Besides, if the insurance company is handling the claim properly you have no grounds to sue anyone. Again, another colossal waste of money.
2007-08-27 13:44:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Start with the yellow pages. Or, the internet offers a wealth of information on where to find a attorney in your town. Type into one of the search engines, attorney-car accident. You can also contact the chamber of commerce in your area. Most states offer legal aide services depending on your income. you can also contact the bar assn of your state. If youpresently reside in a small town, you should go into a larger town or city because you will be able to get efficient service.
2007-08-27 12:33:30 · answer #6 · answered by ummmm 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Why would you want an attorney involved? So you can give him a percentage of the money you *might* have coming, assuming you aren't at fault? That is why you have insurance. Turn it it, let them handle it for you.
2007-08-27 12:32:12 · answer #7 · answered by oklatom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Easiest way is to hire a lawyer. Let them take care of it for you. Ask friends or relatives for a recommendation or go to the internet and search one, car accident lawyer, personal injury lawyer, etc.. Make sure you move on it, time is critical. Go to the doctor and keep going to document your injuries and to be sure you get maximum value. You have to minimize your damages. Personal injury lawyers usually don't charge anything up front.
2007-08-27 12:30:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
FIND AN ATTORNEY THAT WILL HELP YOU ASAP.
TRY FINDING ONE THAT IS FROM YOUR LOCAL CHURCH BECAUSE I HAVE SEEN THEM DO A BETTER JOB FOR YOU AND AT THE SAME TIME TREAT YOU WITH RESPECT.
THEY WILL ALSO KEEP YOU UP TO DATE ON ANY AND ALL ISSUES WITH THE SUIT.
GOOD LUCK
2007-08-28 02:01:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to several lawyers, get refrences from them. Good luck !
2007-08-27 12:27:52 · answer #10 · answered by Rumisha R 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋