Auto Accidents
I have a great deal of experience in helping victims injured in an automobile accident. Whether the driver, a passenger, or pedestrian injured in a motor vehicle accident, I am prepared to help you through the process. As a result of my extensive time working as an adjuster for an insurance company, I know exactly what it takes to obtain the best results for your claim.
Liability
The first step for an attorney following an automobile accident is to determine liability. Liability, or fault, is a complex determination made based on numerous factors including but not limited to:
- state and federal laws;
- weather and other conditions affecting the road;
- the area of impact to the vehicle and severity;
- witness statements;
- and other factors.
Injuries and Damages
Auto accidents occur every day and many of them result in serious bodily injury. The following are some of the injuries that commonly occur in automobile accidents.
- Neck and back sprains;
- Fractures;
- Injuries to shoulders and knees;
- Head injury;
- Scarring; or
- Wrongful death.
Auto Accidents in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a no-fault State and drivers are required by law to maintain PIP (personal injury protection) coverage. PIP coverage will pay certain medical bills and wages following an accident. Because Massachusetts is a no-fault State and maintains PIP coverage, victims must meet certain thresholds in order to bring a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver.
It is important to speak with an attorney to guide you through the complicated PIP laws and to determine if your injury is severe enough to meet the Massachusetts threshold so that a claim can be brought against the at-fault driver.
Auto Accidents in Rhode Island
Unlike our neighbor State, Massachusetts, Rhode Island is not a no-fault State and does not maintain PIP coverage. Additionally, there are no injury thresholds in Rhode Island.
As a result, any person injured in an auto accident in Rhode Island, whether minor or severe, can immediately bring a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver.
What is my case worth?
The amount of compensation that you will receive depends upon the severity of the injury. You may be entitled to compensation for:
- Current and future medical expenses;
- Loss of current and future wages;
- The impact of a permanent disability;
- Pain and suffering;
- Scarring
If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident that occurred in either Rhode Island or Massachusetts, contact my office for a free consultation.
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