Car Accident Near Me

After a car accident, your immediate priority should be your safety and health. Ensure you and any passengers are safe and call for medical assistance if needed.

Contact the police to report the accident if possible, and ensure you obtain a copy of the police report. Also, and only if circumstances allow it, remember to exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver. While doing so, do not discuss fault at the scene.

Document the accident by taking photos and videos of the vehicles involved, the accident scene, and any injuries you or a loved one has sustained. Then, contact Morgan and Morgan for a free case review.

You typically file a claim with the insurance company of the driver who was at fault. If the other driver is uninsured or underinsured, you may need to file a claim with your own insurance company if you have coverage for such situations. Liability could also fall on an automobile part manufacturer, contractor, government agency, or any other party. It all depends on the specifics of your case, which is why you should have it reviewed by experts from our team.

The value of a car accident claim usually depends on various factors and varies from case to case. In most cases, and where applicable, our attorneys consider economic and non-economic damages when calculating a claim's value. 

Economic damages are the tangible, monetary costs incurred due to the accident. These include but are not limited to medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and any other out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the accident.  

Non-economic damages, on the other hand, refer to intangible losses. These can include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, disfigurement, and physical impairment you or a loved one has suffered after a car accident.

Yes, there is. Known as the statute of limitations, this deadline varies by state and is usually between two and five years. The "clock" begins to count from the accident date. If you fail to take legal action within this timeframe, you'll automatically lose your right to sue, even if you have a valid case. 

Now that you know a thing or two about car accidents, you should have your case reviewed for free by an expert from Morgan and Morgan. That way, you'll better understand whether you have a valid case and if hiring a car accident attorney to represent you is a good idea. 

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