Make A Great Impression In The Courtroom

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Car Accident Attorneys 101: FAQs From Accident Victims

by Richard Ramirez

Car accidents happen every day in this country. However, victims who have been injured during these accidents do not always get fair compensation for their injuries from insurance companies. If you have been injured during a collision with another driver and you are not at fault, reaching out to discuss the incident with a car accident attorney is a good idea. Take a look at a few questions victims often have about working with a car accident attorney

What does a car accident attorney do? 

A car accident attorney is a legal professional who focuses on representing people who have been injured in car accidents. Facing losses due to a car accident is quite common, and insurance companies often only want to pay the bare minimum or deny the insured driver was at fault. Therefore, it can be difficult to get fair compensation to adequately cover the true costs you have incurred without the help of legal representation. The attorney can assist you in obtaining the compensation you may be entitled to for your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Do car accident attorneys only help if you have been physically injured?

Injuries that affect you physically after a car accident are the most common damages. However, you may face other damages or losses as well that could entitle you to compensation. For example, if you face significant emotional trauma after the accident that prevents you from driving, this is something to discuss with an attorney. While you may not see emotional injuries or pain and suffering, these types of damages can come with significant costs to you as a victim. However, insurance companies rarely readily offer to pay for these non-physical injuries. 

Does it take longer to get paid by the insurance company if you talk to an attorney?

How long it takes for you to receive a settlement offer can vary depending on the details of the case. In some situations, working with a car accident attorney may actually help you get the money you need faster. Insurance companies are notorious for using nefarious tactics to put off paying victims what they are owed after an accident. For example, the insurance company may take months to get back to you after you have filed a claim or put you through repeated interviews about the accident. Getting an attorney on board early on may help hasten the process. 


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Make A Great Impression In The Courtroom

Hello, I'm Phillip Kerr and I just love the legal profession and courtroom drama. Have you ever watched judge shows on TV? I know that these shows are not an accurate representation of the courtroom, but there is something you may have noticed. Some individuals come into the courtroom well-dressed, articulate, respectful and with the knowledge and documents necessary to support a case, while others come unprepared, slovenly dressed and appear as if they do not have a care in the world. How you present yourself and the knowledge that you have of the law will have an impact on how you are treated, even if you have legal representation. This blog is designed to assist those who are going to trial in doing just that.

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