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In most states, someone injured in a car accident due to another person’s fault is entitled to recover compensation, which includes physical and emotional pain and suffering. However, in about a dozen states, compensation for pain and suffering is available only if the accident is defined under state law as …

Being deprived of an automobile for even a few days can have a major impact on our quality of our lives. Auto insurance is designed to protect us from the problems that can stem from an accident. But all the coverage in the world is useless unless you know how …

The amount of damages that you would receive after a collision depends on several factors. And while there is no set number, the New York City car accident lawyers at Douglas & London can analyze your case and provide an estimate of what your pain and suffering are likely worth …

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably left the scene of the accident already. Ideally, you would have taken detailed notes, as well as photos of the damage and any injuries sustained. You would’ve exchanged information with the other driver and collected contact information from any witnesses. You would’ve filed a …

How do you prove emotional distress after a car accident? Like any type of injury, proving emotional distress requires evidence. Evidence is easier to come by when it comes to proving a physical injury than a mental injury. When you understand what you need to show to an insurance adjuster, …

Car accidents are scary enough when they happen in your hometown. But what happens when you’re hurt in a crash while driving out of state? Perhaps you’re visiting relatives for the holidays or taking the kids on a much-anticipated summer road trip. One minute you’re happily cruising along the highway, …

There are many reasons why it’s a good idea to contact a personal injury attorney after a motor vehicle accident. They can help you preserve your legal rights, serve as a liaison with the insurance company, negotiate a more favorable settlement, or file a lawsuit on your behalf. Many people …

Seeing a doctor after a car accident is critical, even if you do not think you were injured. Some injuries are not apparent right away, and failure to seek a prompt medical examination can really hurt your claim. Obviously, a severely injured person is taken to the emergency room by …

Impaired drivers cause some of the more serious car accidents in the United States every year. If you are in an accident with a person who is convicted of drunk driving, you will likely be able to recover the full amount of your damages—without taking it to trial. Contact Douglas …

Comparative fault is a legal term for allocating the percentage of fault between parties who share responsibility for an accident. It is most commonly applied in car accidents but can come into play in other types of personal injury, such as slip and fall cases, as well. We Are Available …