The Stages of a Car Accident Lawsuit

While every car accident case is unique, most car accident lawsuits follow the same timeline. The following is an overview of the stages in a car accident case.

Hiring a lawyer: This is the first step in the legal process Hiring a lawyer: This is the first step in the legal process. Once you have hired a lawyer, he or she can help you with every aspect of the case. Making a demand: Your lawyer will send out a demand letter to the at-fault party and his or her representative.

Negotiation and settlement: After the demand letter is sent, your lawyer will attempt to negotiate a favorable settlement on your behalf. Filing a lawsuit: If a settlement cannot be reached between you and the at-fault party, your lawyer will then file a lawsuit with the appropriate court.

Fact finding and discovery: After a lawsuit has been filed, your lawyer will begin investigating the facts of the case. This may involve collecting evidence such as police reports, witness statements and medical records. Summary judgement: If your lawyer believes that the evidence you have collected supports your request for compensation, he or she will file a motion for summary judgment. If your motion for summary judgment is denied, your case will proceed to trial.

Trial: During trial, the jury will make the final decision about who was at fault and how much compensation should be awarded to the victim.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, our experienced and knowledgeable car accident attorneys can help you. Our car accident attorneys have the necessary skills and determination to help you recover the maximum compensation possible.

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