Every auto accident case is different. The causes, injuries, insurance coverage, and the impact on victims and their families vary greatly depending on the facts of the case. Despite this, some law firms treat every car accident case and victim the same—as a file number. But not here at the personal injury law firm of Silver & Silver. Our compassionate and experienced auto accident lawyers in Doylestown, PA, dedicate themselves to each client and family. We offer personalized care and attention to every client, advocating for their rights under Pennsylvania law. We never take for granted our role in helping guide clients through the process after an unexpected auto accident resulting in personal injuries.
Some of the things we do for clients include the following:
- FREE case evaluations with our lawyers to advise victims and families of their rights
- 24/7 call service to speak with a trained representative for your legal matter
- Virtual consultations
- We can meet you at home or at the hospital
- We pay all upfront litigation costs and disbursements, which you only reimburse us if we recover compensation for you in a settlement, verdict, or award
- Our attorney’s fees are paid on a contingency fee agreement, meaning we only get a percentage of what we recover for you and only after we recover it
- Over 40 years of experience handling personal injury and disability claims throughout Pennsylvania, including in Doylestown, PA.
What Are Your Legal Options After an Auto Accident in Pennsylvania?
After an auto accident in Pennsylvania, your legal options depend on the severity of the crash, your injuries, and your damages. For example, if you have a minor fender bender resulting in no injuries, you may be able to work with the insurance company to get a fair resolution. However, if you have been involved in an auto accident causing significant property damage or life-changing personal injuries, you should definitely speak with a personal injury lawyer like ours at Silver & Silver.
Greater Damages Typically Means More Complexity
The greater the damages in a motor vehicle crash, the more complex a case will be. It also means the more intense an insurance adjuster or defense lawyer will defend the case, often undermining your claim or injuries in an effort to get you to accept less compensation for your damages.
This is because damages must be proven in court. Sometimes it can be as easy as submitting medical bills or expenses, but other times it can be very complex when trying to establish future surgeries, inability to return to work, or injuries resulting in permanent disability.
The Type of Crash Matters
The type of auto accident also matters with what your legal options are under the law. Trucking accidents are notoriously complex because of federal regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This adds an additional layer of liability for truck drivers and trucking companies which can be used against them. Unfortunately, not all lawyers know how to use the FMCSA as a sword in handling a claim. This is why having an experienced auto accident lawyer is necessary to protect your rights.
Ridesharing accidents also tend to be more complex types of cases, mainly because Uber, Lyft, and other ridesharing companies attempt to create layers of liability to insulate themselves from liability in a crash. They do this by arguing the drivers are “freelancers” or “independent contractors,” and not employees of the company resulting in company liability. Ridesharing companies also use tricks like arguing the app was closed or the ride was over, getting riders to waive a claim in the “terms and conditions” of an app’s usage, and other tricks to undermine or undervalue claims.
Injuries in an Auto Accident Affect Legal Options Significantly
Finally, the level of your injuries matters greatly in what your legal options are in Pennsylvania. The more severe the injuries, the more compensation you may be entitled to under the law. Personal injuries such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, amputations, and other catastrophic harm are challenging to prove in court without a skilled lawyer’s help.
Other injuries such as soft tissue, neck and back, significant disfigurement, and similar injuries are also challenging because of the way Pennsylvania law is set up. This specifically relates to the type of insurance policy you have (full tort versus limited tort), which could affect what you may recover.
In addition, if the injuries are caused to a child, there are unique rules or carve-outs that may apply and make it more difficult to recover compensation. This is particularly true if you were driving when a negligent motorist hit your car and injured your child.
Schedule a FREE Consultation to Learn What YOUR Legal Options Are Under Pennsylvania Law
You are not just a number at Silver & Silver. Our auto accident lawyers in Doylestown, PA, treat every case with the unique attention that it needs. We promise to hear your story of what happened, your injuries, and how it has affected you and your family. We will evaluate the facts against the law and devise a strategy based on your case—not just a cookie-cutter plan like other law firms.
Learn how we can help you by dialing 610-638-7255 or sending us a message with our “contact us” box available here. There is no upfront cost or obligation to hear how we can help you and your family. We know you did not plan to be involved in an auto accident, but you can prepare to fight back against a defendant and insurance company with our help.