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Question:

My spinal cord was severely injured several months ago from a car accident caused by another driver. Now I am partially disabled and can't work. The hospital and therapy bills are putting me under and I wonder if I can recover damages by hiring a personal injury attorney?

Answer:

Car accident injuries vary in severity and complications, ranging from minor sprains to life-altering debilitation. No matter the injury, expenses arise whether from medical bills, treatment costs, or loss of wages.

In cases of long-term or life-time disability and treatment, the average settlement parceled out by insurers usually is not enough to compensate these losses. A victim of a car accident injury should consider consulting a personal injury attorney to make sure he or she recovers all of the liability compensation legally available.

Be sure not to sign any waiver until you have determined what you can recover.  Compensation can include the following:

  • Current medical expenses
  • Future medical needs
  • Loss of wages or income
  • Inability to work
  • Pain and suffering
  • Damages to property

This list is not exhaustive as types of damages vary by state and situation. Be sure to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to estimate your true damages.

Talk to a Car Accident Attorney to find out how much you are entitled to, and whether or not you should fight your claim with professional help.

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Posted by Sharon Cullars on 29 Apr 2010

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