When you are going about your day, you never stop to wonder how dangerous the world around you truly is. At any moment, you can be involved in an accident through no fault of your own. This can leave you with substantial injuries and piling medical bills. You may have to take time off of work and replace property such as your car.
Being injured through no fault of your own can be a traumatic experience. You may not know what to do following an accident, but it is important to seek emergency medical attention and contact authorities to report the accident. You will then need to contact a Chesapeake, VA personal injury attorney from Randall, Page & Bruch, P.C.
An accident can happen at any time, and personal injury covers a range of topics. Some of the cases we are most familiar with are:
This is not an exhaustive list and is only meant to guide the kinds of accidents that are considered personal injury cases.
There are various types of compensation you may be entitled to after an accident. There is both economic and non-economic compensation that we can seek on your behalf. You may be entitled to compensation for:
Compensation will vary on a case-by-case basis, and the facts of your case will determine the amount of compensation you received.
Many people make the mistake of thinking that things will resolve on their own and that insurance companies will do the right thing. This is rarely the case, and to make matters worse, you have to file a personal injury claim in a limited time. You will have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim. This can seem like a long time, but when legal matters are concerned, it is not. You must get the help of a Chesapeake VA personal injury attorney immediately after an accident.
Enlisting the help of a Chesapeake, VA personal injury attorney has several benefits. We will obtain any evidence related to the case, such as photos, videos, eyewitness statements, accident reports, and more. We will work with medical professionals to evaluate and treat clients. Do not worry about any communications with the court, expert witnesses, or medical professionals, as we will handle all communications related to your accident. Contact us at 757-742-6115 for a free consultation today.
