Legal Question in Personal Injury in Washington

Negligent Driving

A driver was cited with negligent driving 2nd degree offense by the police for crashing his car into a ditch (Going way over the speed limit). I was a passenger in the car and was injured. I visited the hospital the night after with knee pain and swelling, the hospital said i recieved a muscle contusion gave me OTC pain medication and said it should heal. It's been 3 weeks and Im still having pain going up or down stairs, running, or jogging. Do I have a valid claim with his insurance? Do I have to get a copy of the police report? What should I do?


Asked on 4/26/08, 4:44 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Kornfeld Robert B Kornfeld, Attorney at Law, Inc., P.S.

Re: Negligent Driving

Hi

Yes you do have a claim against the driver and his insurance company.

If you wish to talk about it, please call or email me at your leisure. There is no charge of an initial consultation and I have practicing personal injury law for nearly 30 years.

Rob

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Answered on 4/26/08, 11:24 am
Merry Kogut Key Peninsula Law

Re: Negligent Driving

1. Hire an attorney who specializes in personal injury.

2. Ask your personal physician to refer you to an orthopedist for xrays and an MRI and diagnosis. It's probably more than just a contusion.

Good luck,

Merry

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Answered on 4/26/08, 12:35 pm
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: Negligent Driving

Contact me immediately for experienced legal help on your case with all fees contingent on getting you excellent medical care and a settlement that restores your sense of well being.

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Answered on 4/26/08, 3:39 pm


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