Virginia Car Accident Legal Questions

Hi Crystal: Were you recently injured in an accident? If yes, I would recommend that you consult with car accident lawyer that is licensed in your state ASAP. Explain to the attorney the facts of the accident and any injuries sustained, and find out if that lawyer can assist you in moving forward with an injury claim. Even if that lawyer cannot take the case, he or she will hopefully point you in the right direction given your circumstances. I wish you the best of luck in pursuing this matter. Disclaimer: This response is for informational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. ... Read More

A judge cannot order a settlement to be increased. A settlement is a voluntary agreement between the parties. However, in cases such as yours where the settlement involves an infant's estate and court approval of a settlement is required, the judge may decline to approve the proposed settlement. The insurance carrier can then either increase the settlement offer or permit the case to go forward into litigation, in which case a jury would decide what to award.... Read More

Do you have a claim for injury or property damage? If so, you would benefit from the assistance of an attorney. The claim would be against the liability coverage of the other driver. If your question is related to a traffic summons, you should consult with a local attorney for advice on how to proceed.... Read More

If you were not at fault, the fact that you did not have insurance is irrelevent.   The other driver's insurance will cover the damage to your vehicle, as well as payments for any injuries you suffered.  If you were injured I would suggest that you consult with a an experienced personal injury lawyer. ... Read More

The question is whether you were injured.  If you were injured, then you would be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.    If you were no injured, then your insurance company will simply seek to get its money back from the government.  I would suggest you contact a lawyer, to discuss your options.  The first consultation is always free.  ... Read More

If I am representing someone in an injury case from a car wreck, I usually explain that we want you to finish medical treatment before we settle the case. The reason is that the 1 time payment from the insurer will be in exchange for a release that says you can never come back for more $. So, we generally want you to be 100% recovered or at the point where the doctors can address any permanent injury, before we settle. This means it is typically a couple of months after you are done treating before we are able to wrap up the case. Each case is different and the time could be more or less in your situation depending on the facts, like the severity of the injuries.... Read More

I am not sure you can make her file a claim with her insurance company.  It would appear that your choice is to pay the repair shop directly or determine whether you personally have any type of insurance coverage that would apply to this type of claim (e.g. auto, umbrella, etc.).  Also, check with the grocery store to find out if it has any type of insurance coverage that would cover you for damaging a vehicle with their grocery cart.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

Your auto insurance should cover you no matter in which state a claim occurs.  If your insurance company was aware that you were now residing in VA, then the claim should be covered.  You might want to also direct this question to an attorney who deals with insurance coverage issues.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

It depends on whether you are willing to wait 4-6 months for a trial date and then a judge might award you more or less than what the insurance company has offered you.  If the insurance company offered you nothing, then you might as well take the matter to court as you have nothing to lose except your time and expenses of litigation.  Some judges believe in diminished value claims and some do not.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

The police should have provided you with the other driver's information at the scene of the collision or at the hospital if you were taken away in an ambulance.  If you were injured, I suggest that you consider hiring an auto accident lawyer where you live or where the collision occurred.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

If you were at fault for the accident, then the only claim you might have against your own auto insurance carrier would be for Medical Payment benefits if you purchased that type of coverage.  You also might be have waited too long to make a Medical Payment claim since the accident occurred in 2010.  You will have to see what type of response you get from your auto insurance carrier.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More