What Questions to Ask Your Car Accident Attorney?

A car accident can drain you physically, emotionally, and financially. If you have suffered from major injuries and lost your vehicle in an accident and the crash was caused by someone else, you need to talk to an attorney about filing a personal injury lawsuit.

Once you decide to move forward with a lawsuit, there are some important questions you need to ask your attorney. Continue reading to learn about some other questions you should consider.

How Do You Know Who Is at Fault?

The number one key to a car accident lawsuit is determining who actually caused the accident. The person or party who is deemed at fault will be responsible for the damages caused to the injured party. It is not always fully clear who is at fault in a car accident. There may be more than one party at fault depending on the circumstances of the accident.

What Should You Be Doing Right Now?

As you speak to your attorney, ask what things you should do at this point in time. If you have not already done so, you need to seek medical attention. Even if you do not think you have any major injuries, you need to get yourself checked out and document what happened. Sometimes injuries are not immediately apparent following an accident.

You also need to stay on top of the paperwork that comes your way. Lawsuits always require a lot of paperwork with strict deadlines. Be sure to communicate with your attorney to make sure all paperwork is turned in on time. Failure to do so could result in not being able to file your lawsuit.

How Long Could Your Lawsuit Take to Settle?

The answer to this question will vary. Some cases can settle within a few months. Others can take years. The length of your case depends on the facts of your case. Do not be concerned if the case takes longer than you expect. Your attorney needs to take as much time as needed to get you compensated. 

What Will You Get Paid For?

There are several things you can receive payment for in a car accident lawsuit. You can file for pain and suffering, damage to your personal property, such as your vehicle, loss of income from your job, and so on. Ask your attorney about the specific items they intend to file for in your lawsuit.

Should You Accept an Insurance Offer?

If your insurance company reaches out to you with an offer for settlement or any type of payment, do not accept anything without discussing it with your attorney first. In general, your attorney should be the one to talk to your insurance company for you to ensure your rights are protected and you get the settlement you deserve.

What Do You Do if the Case Goes to Trial?

In many cases, car accident lawsuits can be settled out of court and avoid going to trial. Your attorney should prepare you to go to trial if they believe that will occur. 

The key is to place trust in your attorney and understand they know what to do if your case goes to trial. Feel free to ask questions as you go along in the event the case goes to court.



If you need assistance with your car accident lawsuit, please contact us at Jarve Granato Starr LLC. We look forward to working with you on your case.