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The Intake Process for Car Accident Litigation
A lawyer who has experience in defending car accident cases will be able to assist you determine the potential strength of your case and what settlement amount you might receive. But this is only feasible with all the necessary information.
The initial step in a lawsuit involving a car accident is called discovery. During this phase attorneys and their teams exchange documents and ask each other questions under the oath.
Documentation
Documentation is a large element of an accident. This can include evidence like photographs, medical records or witness statements. Generally, the more documentation you have to back your claim, the more convincing your case will be.
A law enforcement report is the primary document you should have. The police officer who arrives at the accident scene will usually prepare a report. It will give valuable details about the accident and the person responsible for it.
If needed, your attorney can use the police report to gather additional evidence. For instance, if an incident occurred in a business or office, an employee working at the location might have recorded footage of the incident. If this is the case, request a copy of the video from the company.
You should also record the costs you have incurred in the aftermath of the accident. This can include medical bills and records of your treatment, receipts for medicines rental car charges, in-home care or assistance transport costs, and many more. In addition, you should document any lost income due to your auto accident. You can use your old tax returns and pay stubs.
You should also try to obtain the names of witnesses. They could be important sources of information in your case, particularly if they are able to be a witness in a trial. It is important to remember that witnesses may change their stories and forget details about the incident as time passes.
Intake and Investigation
If you've made an insurance claim with an firm or are beginning a lawsuit against an at-fault driver, the process of obtaining an intake is essential for obtaining an adequate and fair settlement for your injuries from a crash. Your attorney will begin by looking over your medical records and then obtaining copies of accident reports as well as other evidence. They will also visit and document the accident scene.
This information will allow them to know the extent of your injuries in relation to current and projected future costs for your physical and emotional suffering. Then, they will look at your current and future financial losses to determine the worth of your case. The damages you incur could include not just your current and future medical expenses as well as lost income and property damage.
Your lawyer will also conduct an investigation into the incident, including speaking with witnesses and analyzing any evidence. They will also take data from the cell phone and driving records of the drivers at fault to see how they used their vehicle during the time. This is especially crucial if the crash involved an Uber or Lyft vehicle, or any other sign that the driver was at work, as this could impact their ability to pay your damages.
Additionally, your attorney will likely inquire about the defendant's past criminal and traffic offence history in the discovery process. These details are generally not admissible in court but they could be helpful to impeach the defendant's credibility in cross-examination.
The process of negotiating a settlement
Once you have the medical records after which your lawyer can start negotiations on settlement. The insurance company may make an initial offer that is less than the amount you demanded in your letter. This is a method to assess how strong your argument is. In the counteroffer it is crucial to emphasize the most important arguments you have in your favor - for instance, that the insured was at fault and that you suffered serious injuries that resulted in the highest medical costs. In the end, negotiations back and forth should result in an amount that is both reasonable and fair.
A skilled accident lawyer can successfully argue for your claim's merits, including presenting proof to support your losses. This could include photographs of the car damage or a police report, as well as witness testimony. We know how to calculate the various components of your claim, including loss of income along with pain and suffering as well as a police reports.
If at this point the insurance company still refuses to provide a reasonable amount, we can decide to bring a lawsuit to court. A trial usually lasts about two or three days and is supervised by an individual judge (called a bench trial) or a jury. If your case settles prior to reaching this stage the process could take months. In addition, your attorney might be in a position to file a motion for summary judgment. This involves asserting all of the evidence in your favor and arguing that it's impossible for the opposing side to win.
Filing a Lawsuit
In the majority of car crash cases, the parties are able to resolve their disagreement without the need for court. Our team will help you negotiate with the insurance company of the driver who caused the auto accident or directly with the party who is at fault. However, if there is no agreement the lawyers of our firm will bring an action against the defendant. The complaint contains your claims and allegations relating to the accident and the reasons why you are entitled to compensation. The defendant will be served the Complaint and given a specific time frame to respond to it.
During the discovery phase, our attorneys will exchange documents and other evidence with the defendant, while asking questions through interrogatories and depositions. Our team will ask the attorney for the defendant questions about their view of events, including what they believe happened, how they believe it occurred and what injuries you've sustained. We will also seek out expert opinions to support our position.
During the discovery stage, your lawyer will submit legal documents, also known as motions in court to be decided by a judge. This can include requesting the judge to exclude evidence or schedule a trial. It can take as long as a year for the discovery process to be completed and a trial date set. This is why it's vital to find a knowledgeable Long Island car accident attorney early in the process.
A lawyer who has experience in defending car accident cases will be able to assist you determine the potential strength of your case and what settlement amount you might receive. But this is only feasible with all the necessary information.
The initial step in a lawsuit involving a car accident is called discovery. During this phase attorneys and their teams exchange documents and ask each other questions under the oath.
Documentation
Documentation is a large element of an accident. This can include evidence like photographs, medical records or witness statements. Generally, the more documentation you have to back your claim, the more convincing your case will be.
A law enforcement report is the primary document you should have. The police officer who arrives at the accident scene will usually prepare a report. It will give valuable details about the accident and the person responsible for it.
If needed, your attorney can use the police report to gather additional evidence. For instance, if an incident occurred in a business or office, an employee working at the location might have recorded footage of the incident. If this is the case, request a copy of the video from the company.
You should also record the costs you have incurred in the aftermath of the accident. This can include medical bills and records of your treatment, receipts for medicines rental car charges, in-home care or assistance transport costs, and many more. In addition, you should document any lost income due to your auto accident. You can use your old tax returns and pay stubs.
You should also try to obtain the names of witnesses. They could be important sources of information in your case, particularly if they are able to be a witness in a trial. It is important to remember that witnesses may change their stories and forget details about the incident as time passes.
Intake and Investigation
If you've made an insurance claim with an firm or are beginning a lawsuit against an at-fault driver, the process of obtaining an intake is essential for obtaining an adequate and fair settlement for your injuries from a crash. Your attorney will begin by looking over your medical records and then obtaining copies of accident reports as well as other evidence. They will also visit and document the accident scene.
This information will allow them to know the extent of your injuries in relation to current and projected future costs for your physical and emotional suffering. Then, they will look at your current and future financial losses to determine the worth of your case. The damages you incur could include not just your current and future medical expenses as well as lost income and property damage.
Your lawyer will also conduct an investigation into the incident, including speaking with witnesses and analyzing any evidence. They will also take data from the cell phone and driving records of the drivers at fault to see how they used their vehicle during the time. This is especially crucial if the crash involved an Uber or Lyft vehicle, or any other sign that the driver was at work, as this could impact their ability to pay your damages.
Additionally, your attorney will likely inquire about the defendant's past criminal and traffic offence history in the discovery process. These details are generally not admissible in court but they could be helpful to impeach the defendant's credibility in cross-examination.
The process of negotiating a settlement
Once you have the medical records after which your lawyer can start negotiations on settlement. The insurance company may make an initial offer that is less than the amount you demanded in your letter. This is a method to assess how strong your argument is. In the counteroffer it is crucial to emphasize the most important arguments you have in your favor - for instance, that the insured was at fault and that you suffered serious injuries that resulted in the highest medical costs. In the end, negotiations back and forth should result in an amount that is both reasonable and fair.
A skilled accident lawyer can successfully argue for your claim's merits, including presenting proof to support your losses. This could include photographs of the car damage or a police report, as well as witness testimony. We know how to calculate the various components of your claim, including loss of income along with pain and suffering as well as a police reports.
If at this point the insurance company still refuses to provide a reasonable amount, we can decide to bring a lawsuit to court. A trial usually lasts about two or three days and is supervised by an individual judge (called a bench trial) or a jury. If your case settles prior to reaching this stage the process could take months. In addition, your attorney might be in a position to file a motion for summary judgment. This involves asserting all of the evidence in your favor and arguing that it's impossible for the opposing side to win.
Filing a Lawsuit
In the majority of car crash cases, the parties are able to resolve their disagreement without the need for court. Our team will help you negotiate with the insurance company of the driver who caused the auto accident or directly with the party who is at fault. However, if there is no agreement the lawyers of our firm will bring an action against the defendant. The complaint contains your claims and allegations relating to the accident and the reasons why you are entitled to compensation. The defendant will be served the Complaint and given a specific time frame to respond to it.
During the discovery phase, our attorneys will exchange documents and other evidence with the defendant, while asking questions through interrogatories and depositions. Our team will ask the attorney for the defendant questions about their view of events, including what they believe happened, how they believe it occurred and what injuries you've sustained. We will also seek out expert opinions to support our position.
During the discovery stage, your lawyer will submit legal documents, also known as motions in court to be decided by a judge. This can include requesting the judge to exclude evidence or schedule a trial. It can take as long as a year for the discovery process to be completed and a trial date set. This is why it's vital to find a knowledgeable Long Island car accident attorney early in the process.
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