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9 Steps to Take After Being Involved in a Car Accident

9 Steps to Take After Being Involved in a Car Accident

Being in a car accident is one of the worst things you can experience. Car accidents are always unexpected and frequently leave victims with injuries, damaged cars, and emotional trauma. The shock of being in an accident can also leave you feeling frantic and unsure of what to do.  Today’s blog is all about providing you with a step-by-step guide to handling the aftermath of a car crash. Memorizing or writing down these steps will help you appropriately respond to a car accident.  Step 1: Pull Over You should get your car out of the way of traffic

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What is The Average Settlement for a Car Accident

What is The Average Settlement for a Car Accident?

If you’ve been in an accident, you may wonder if it’s worth it to contact a lawyer, and if you do, what does the average settlement look like? While there’s no one average compensation number, there are factors that give you an idea of how much you’re going to get back. So if you’ve been in a car accident, keep reading to learn more about your potential settlement. First Things First, Contact a Lawyer By working with a lawyer specializing in car accidents and personal injuries, you’ll likely receive higher compensation than if you are to represent yourself.

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What Are My Rights After A Car Accident?

What Are My Rights After A Car Accident?

After a car collision, various factors can threaten your legal rights. It’s crucial to protect your rights, especially if a negligent driver caused the accident; otherwise, you might miss out on the compensation you’re legally entitled to receive.  Discover more information on negligence below.  What is a Negligent Driver? Every individual on the road has a duty of care to avoid injuring other drivers, motorists, and pedestrians. When a driver is negligent, it means they have behaved in a careless manner, which has caused harm or injury to another person. A driver might be found negligent if they

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What Should You NOT Do After a Car Accident?

What Should You NOT Do After a Car Accident?

At the time of your car accident, you were likely panicked about what might happen next. You may have wondered the following: Is the other driver injured? Whose fault was it? Will my insurance cover the damage? Although it’s not easy to compose yourself after an accident, you need to stay level-headed as best you can.  Continue reading to learn about the emotional effects of a car accident. Car Collisions Are Emotionally Taxing After an accident, it’s natural to grapple with anger, stress, anxiety, or even depression. Although you need time to grieve, you also need to prepare

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What Happens If You Don’t Report An Accident Within 24 Hours

What Happens If You Don’t Report An Accident Within 24 Hours?

After a car accident, medical attention should be your top priority if you or your passengers end up with serious injuries. However, you also need to think about how much time you have to report the accident so you can file a lawsuit. Learn about the importance of reporting an accident promptly. The Importance of Reporting a Car Accident You may be in situations where you don’t want to report the accident at all, such as if a repair is estimated to cost less than your insurance deductible, but those times are few and far between. Generally, you

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Can a Minor Car Accident Cause Injury

Can a Minor Car Accident Cause Injury

Most automobile accidents are low impact, but in some cases, the occupants may experience neck and back pain days after the crash. Unfortunately, many victims trick themselves into thinking their pain isn’t worth looking into because the accident was minor. It would be best if you didn’t ignore your pain since even minor injuries can result in complications—especially with concussions. Getting to a doctor may prevent further damage. In today’s blog, we will discuss injuries that can result from a minor car collision. Whiplash Whiplash is a neck injury due to the rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck.

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Utah’s Auto Accident Statute of Limitations

Utah’s Auto Accident Statute of Limitations

If you were recently involved in a car accident that left you with injuries or significant vehicle damage, it’s in your best interest to seek compensation. To hold a negligent driver accountable in court, you need to know your state’s statute of limitations. These limitations can be complicated to grasp because they vary by state. Continue reading to learn about Utah’s automobile accident statute of limitations. Understanding Statutes of Limitations A statute of limitations is a law that forbids prosecutors from charging someone with a crime committed several years ago. The main purpose of these limitations is to

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