Legal Question in Personal Injury in Pennsylvania

Re: personal injury

The money you get for your car will be the "book value", as calculated by law. Most people do not get enough to pay off their old car and make a down payment on a new one.

You may also be entitled to make a claim for you injuries, but I have to ask you about 15 questions before I can advise you further. Please call if you want to discuss--no fee unless I win you money!

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Richard Senker

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Re: personal injury

You should absolutely talk to an attorney right away. I know that you probably don't want to be "involved" in a lawsuit, but you'd be amazed how little you need to be involved in the actual case. Once you sign up with an attorney, they will handle your case on a contingent fee (no fee unless you recover) and prosecute the case, while you focus on HEALING. Also, time is of the essence here, because the insurance company would like to process your claim without an attorney so that they can determine how much they want to pay you. Please, talk to an attorney. Feel free to give my offices a call and I'll put you in the right direction. 267.639.3105.

Re: personal injury

You should speak to an attorney as soon as possible. From the facts as you relate if the other driver is at fault you may have a case. There is much more that needs to be determined such as the extent of your injuries your totr selection in your automobile policy and many other factors. If you would like to discuss this further feel free to contact my office.

Re: personal injury

Your inclination to hire an attorney may be right, but I can't tell you a lawyer is always absolutely necessary in accident cases. Depending on the situation, you may be able to bargain a settlement direct with the insurance company and save the legal fee. However, most people are uncomfortable doing this and choose to hire a lawyer because the lawyer usually gets a much better settlement from the insurance company.

First off, you may be absolutely right about the car being totalled and there being a "gap" between the insurance settlement and the remaining balance on the car note. Some people have "gap insurance" to cover that very situation...someone needs to check your policy to see what is covered and what isn't.

Similarly, some people have "limited tort", meaning that they can't be compensated for personal injury that is deemed to be "minor". You need to determine your policy election to see if you chose "full tort", which allows you to go after money for any type of injury, or limited tort.

I would be happy to review your situation and give you a fair analysis, so feel free to contact me.

Mike

Re: personal injury

you should look for an attorney in your area that has experience handling motor vehicle cases. You should not go this alone. Insurance companies are in the business of saving money not spending money and you will not get a fair deal without competent advise. I can stear you in the right direction if you would like some help.