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The Intake Process for Car Accident Litigation

A lawyer who has experience in car accident litigation can help you determine the strength of your case and how much settlement you could get. But it is only possible when you have all the necessary information.

The first step in a lawsuit involving a car accident is called discovery. In this phase, attorneys and their teams communicate with each other and ask questions under the oath.

Documentation

Documentation is a significant part of the work in an adel auto accident lawyer. This can include evidence such as photos, medical records, or witness statements. In general, the more evidence you can provide to support your claim the more convincing your claim will be.

A police report is the first document you need. The police officer who arrives at the scene of an accident will typically prepare a report. It will provide important information about the accident and the person responsible for it.

Your lawyer can also make use of the law enforcement report to obtain additional evidence, if needed. For instance, if an incident took place in a commercial or office, an employee working at the area may have recorded video footage of the incident. If this is the case a copy of the tape should be requested from the company as soon as possible.

Note any costs you have incurred in the aftermath of the accident. Document all expenses you have incurred as a result of. This can include medical bills and records of your treatment, receipts for medications rental car charges and in-home assistance or care expenses for transportation, and many more. In addition, you should record any income loss as a result of your accident. This can include old pay slips and tax returns.

It is also advisable to find the names of witnesses. They may be able to provide important information, especially if can get them to give evidence in court. However, it is important to keep in mind that witnesses can change their testimony over time and could forget specific details about the incident.

Intake and Investigation

The process of intake is vital in obtaining fair compensation for your injuries sustained in an accident regardless of whether you've filed a claim with an insurance company or you are suing the person at fault. Your attorney will start by looking over your medical treatment records, obtaining copies of wauconda Auto accident lawsuit reports and other evidence. They will also visit the scene of the accident to record and observe what they can.

This will allow them to comprehend the extent of the injuries you've sustained in terms of cost and projections for your emotional or physical suffering. Then, they'll review your current and future financial losses to determine the worth of your case. The damages you incur could include not only your current and future medical costs, but also lost income and property damage.

Your lawyer will also conduct an investigation by interviewing witnesses and analyzing all available evidence. They will also gather data from the cell phone and driving records of the drivers at fault to determine if they were using their vehicle at that time. This will be especially important if the collision involved an Uber or Lyft vehicle or any other sign that the driver was on the job, as this could impact their ability to pay for your damages.

As part of the process of discovery the lawyer will ask about the defendant's traffic and criminal offence records. These information is generally not admissible, however they can be used to undermine the credibility of the defendant in cross-examination.

The process of negotiating a settlement

Once you have the medical records after which your lawyer can start settlement negotiations. The insurance company will often make an initial offer that is much lower than the amount you demanded in your letter. This is a tactic to see how strong your case. In the counteroffer, it is crucial to emphasize the most important points in your favor - for example, the insured was fully at fault and that you suffered serious injuries that resulted in the highest medical costs. Eventually, negotiations back and forth should get you to an amount that is both fair and reasonable.

A skilled accident lawyer can effectively argue your claim's merits, including presenting evidence to back your losses. This may include photos of the car's damage along with a police report as well as witness testimony. We also know how to determine the value of various components of your claim, including lost income and pain and suffering.

If, at this point, the insurance company still refuses to offer a reasonable amount, we have the option to bring a lawsuit to court. A trial usually lasts for up to two days and is either heard by a judge (called a bench trial) or a jury. If your case is settled prior to this phase it could take a few months. Or, your lawyer may be eligible to file a motion for summary judgement. This is where you present all the evidence to your advantage and arguing that it is impossible for the other side to prevail.

Filing an action

In the majority of car crash instances, parties can resolve their disputes without the need for court. Our team will assist you negotiate with the insurance company of the driver who caused the accident or directly with the driver who is at fault. If an agreement is not reached, our lawyers will file a suit against the defendant. The Complaint will list your claims and allegations regarding the cause of the crash and the reason you should be compensated. The defendant is served with the Complaint, and given a certain amount of time to answer.

The discovery phase is the time when our lawyers and the defendant begin to exchange documents and other information in exchange for questions through interrogatories or depositions. Our team will ask the defendant's attorney questions about their version of events, including how they believe the crash occurred and what injuries you've suffered. We will also seek expert opinions that enforce our position.

During the discovery stage, your lawyer will prepare legal documents referred to as motions with the court to be decided by the judge. These could include requests to the court to exclude certain evidence or set the date for a trial. It can take a year or more to complete the process of discovery and to set the date of trial for your case. This is why it's important to work with an experienced Long Island car accident attorney early on in the process.

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