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Washington DC Auto Accident Lawyer Information
An automobile accident can turn your world upside down, even more so if you are seriously injured. A personal injury claim is not something that should be taken lightly and, in most instances, you should not handle on your own. Insurance companies historically will offer a payout, which is usually extremely low, and in return ask that you sign a form releasing them of any further liability. This is generally a mistake because the insurance company is taking advantage of a situation in which you are stressed, hurt and worried and will offer you an amount that is grossly under what you deserve.
Contacting an attorney is a step in the right direction when it comes to dealing with an insurance company. Our office will consult with you and evaluate your case or claim at no cost to you. This is something that you should do as soon as possible, since it is easier to evaluate your injuries early on. In Washington DC there is a statute of limitations of three years on cases involving personal injury and property damage. This means if the claim is not settled through the insurance company, you have three years from the date of the accident to file a claim in your local judicial system.
Our firm does not represent the party at-fault, but instead represents innocent victims who have been injured by negligent drivers. Every 14 seconds, someone is injured in an automobile accident and nearly two million people suffer permanent injuries each year as a result of an accident. If you are one of the two million people referred to above then you probably have missed work and lost wages, now have outstanding medical bills and have experienced pain and suffering – and all of this is due to another driver’s inattention or carelessness.
Relieving some of the stress and burden that has been placed upon you can be as easy as hiring someone with knowledge and experience to handle the insurance company and insure that you obtain a just settlement amount for the injuries you have sustained.
There are times when insurance companies refuse to settle a claim and other measures have to be taken, such as filing a suit. In instances like this, it is imperative to have an attorney handle your suit that is familiar with your case and injuries. Bringing someone into the case at such a late stage of the process means that they would have to learn the case history. Also, the longer you handle the claim yourself, the higher the chance that a mistake will be made.
Many people believe that they have no claim due to the fact that they have pre-existing injuries, which is not entirely true. As long as your injuries were worsened by the accident, and your quality of life has been adversely affected, you probably have a valid claim. But you will never know if you don't contact an attorney. Please contact our law firm for a free case evaluation.