Many circumstances can lead to car accidents in Washington, DC, and not all accidents involve more than one vehicle. People are often aware that they can use the personal injury claims process if they are injured in a multi-car accident caused by another driver, but is this process available for those who are injured in single-vehicle car accidents in DC? In many cases, it is. A diligent car accident attorney could explain more.
Drivers are encouraged to purchase personal injury protection coverage with their auto insurance policy, and while drivers are not required to have it, insurance companies are required to offer it. This coverage is commonly used in single-vehicle accidents in DC because it provides some wage replacement and covers medical expenses regardless of who caused the accident.
Outside factors sometimes lead to another party’s liability, though only one driver and vehicle were involved. For example, damage and defects in the roadway can cause accidents, making the governmental agency tasked with maintaining the road liable. Vehicle defects can also lead to single-vehicle accidents, with a manufacturer or distributor of vehicles or parts being liable. An experienced lawyer from Price Benowitz could evaluate the details of a single-vehicle accident in DC and reveal all sources of liability and insurance resources that can potentially compensate the claim.
Whether the claim is filed against an insurance policy the injured party holds, or another source of liability is determined, filing an injury claim and receiving fair compensation for that claim is a complex process. Lawyers have a valuable role in providing services throughout the process to help claimants get the compensation they need after a single-vehicle car accident in DC. If the claimant opts to hire the lawyer after their free case evaluation, the legal team will immediately begin investigating the accident.
A lawyer may determine the insurance policies that can be accessed to compensate for the claim’s monetary and psychological costs. They can establish a value to the claim based on the costs and impacts the claimant has endured, the severity and permanence of their injuries, available insurance coverage, and the level of the at-fault party’s negligence. After submitting a claim to the insurance company, the legal team could negotiate a settlement or, if the negotiations fail to produce a fair offer, file the claim as a lawsuit. When a lawsuit is filed, the lawyer may continue negotiating with the insurer while gathering evidence and preparing to present the case in court. Following a settlement agreement or court award, the legal team can assist the claimant in receiving their compensation.
The Price Benowitz legal team works on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not get paid for our services until we are able to secure a settlement or court award on behalf of our client.
Many car accidents only involve one vehicle but can still produce significant injuries. In many cases, there is the opportunity to seek compensation for the financial and emotional impacts of those injuries through personal or liability insurance coverage. Let our experienced legal team help you determine your legal options. Contact us today for your free case evaluation.
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