by Long Island Attorney Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
We all like to think that we are good drivers, but the fact of the matter is that accidents happen, especially over a long holiday weekend such as Labor Day. It is important to call a good attorney when involved in a motor vehicle accident for many reasons, several of which will be highlighted in this article.
When involved in a motor vehicle accident, liability or fault is often shared depending on the facts and circumstances surrounding the accident. A good attorney will be able to help evaluate the liability and determine who is responsible and who is likely to have a claim brought against them. In addition, a good attorney will help advise what to do and what not to do, so that responsibility is determined in a fair and equitable manner.
Another reason to call a good attorney is to evaluate the damages, including among others, property damage and personal injury. Many people may not know the best way to proceed with any property damage claim they may have or any treatment they may need for their injuries. A good attorney will help preserve all such claims, so that they are not minimized and clients are not taken advantage of by the other party or any insurance companies involved.
A third reason to consult with counsel after a motor vehicle accident, is to help insure compliance with all necessary filings, insurance company requirements and requirements by law. Failure to meet all necessary obligatory requirements could result in the suspension of your license and registration, no insurance coverage for your medical bills and lost wages and even the cancellation of your insurance coverage if sued, jeopardizing your personal assets and income.
An additional reason to talk to an attorney after a motor vehicle accident is to protect yourself from self-serving insurance companies. Contrary to all the friendly insurance company commercials on television, insurance companies are often primarily concerned about their own best interest. In light of the adversarial nature of any insurance claim, having an attorney on your side is advisable even when dealing with your own insurance company.
Perhaps one of the most important reasons to call a good attorney after a motor vehicle accident, is to obtain just compensation for any accident related injuries sustained. Insurance companies know that if an injured party obtains the protection of good counsel, they will likely have to pay out far more money in the end. If you would like more information on this topic, please feel free to call my office for a free consultation and look for my upcoming book entitled, "Accidents Happen."
Long Island Lawyer
Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
631-928-1430
www.liattorney.com
We all like to think that we are good drivers, but the fact of the matter is that accidents happen, especially over a long holiday weekend such as Labor Day. It is important to call a good attorney when involved in a motor vehicle accident for many reasons, several of which will be highlighted in this article.
When involved in a motor vehicle accident, liability or fault is often shared depending on the facts and circumstances surrounding the accident. A good attorney will be able to help evaluate the liability and determine who is responsible and who is likely to have a claim brought against them. In addition, a good attorney will help advise what to do and what not to do, so that responsibility is determined in a fair and equitable manner.
Another reason to call a good attorney is to evaluate the damages, including among others, property damage and personal injury. Many people may not know the best way to proceed with any property damage claim they may have or any treatment they may need for their injuries. A good attorney will help preserve all such claims, so that they are not minimized and clients are not taken advantage of by the other party or any insurance companies involved.
A third reason to consult with counsel after a motor vehicle accident, is to help insure compliance with all necessary filings, insurance company requirements and requirements by law. Failure to meet all necessary obligatory requirements could result in the suspension of your license and registration, no insurance coverage for your medical bills and lost wages and even the cancellation of your insurance coverage if sued, jeopardizing your personal assets and income.
An additional reason to talk to an attorney after a motor vehicle accident is to protect yourself from self-serving insurance companies. Contrary to all the friendly insurance company commercials on television, insurance companies are often primarily concerned about their own best interest. In light of the adversarial nature of any insurance claim, having an attorney on your side is advisable even when dealing with your own insurance company.
Perhaps one of the most important reasons to call a good attorney after a motor vehicle accident, is to obtain just compensation for any accident related injuries sustained. Insurance companies know that if an injured party obtains the protection of good counsel, they will likely have to pay out far more money in the end. If you would like more information on this topic, please feel free to call my office for a free consultation and look for my upcoming book entitled, "Accidents Happen."
Long Island Lawyer
Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
631-928-1430
www.liattorney.com
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