I was 35mph, he was probably 25-30mph trying to brake I believeSo one car went 35mph. How fast did the other vehicle go? Good outcome. Hopefully no lingering injuries.
Read up on your state's laws and regulations for auto insurance. One that most people know nothing about is that the insurance company MUST pay for a rental car even if you do not rent one.I know. What leverage can I use?
Read up on your state's laws and regulations for auto insurance. One that most people know nothing about is that the insurance company MUST pay for a rental car even if you do not rent one.
Have you seen a doctor? Especially you, but also your daughter should see a doctor to document injuries. You are entitled to at least a pain and suffering payment. Not to mention the PTSD you are experiencing. Go for policy limits, you can negotiate from there. If they dig in, get an attorney.
Use an attorney again. Don't accept any final settlement offers until you know the full extent of your injuries, your chances of full recovery, or if less than full recovery, what your limitations will be.Unfortunately this isn't my first go 'round and I have used an attorney before. I have pre-existing conditions in my neck from previous wrecks that this one darn-sure exasperated. Not sure what to do here though.
Wow! Good to see that you're okay. If you'd been driving an early 90's Jetta I don't think the outcome would have been as favorable. It really is amazing how far automotive safety has come even over the last ten years or so.Snowy roads, teen driver lost control and hit us head on @ 35+mph. Daughter is fine, I have sprained R ankle, whiplash, bruises from seatbelt. I've had a few flashbacks of the crash already making it tough to sleep. Very sore today. Need a new car now....loved that ride. Such a good car.
I saw that after I posted my reply. I assume X-rays, etc. were done.We were taken by ambulance from the scene straight to the hospital.
Sprained wrist is all for that kiddoGlad you guys made it out with minor injuries. Let's hope the pre-existing issues weren't made worse over the long haul, and that you're made financially whole. Bad weather is the catalyst for so many events like this. How's the young person in the other car?
Yes. PM me. I would like to be as educated as I can when dealing with the insurance crooks.I saw that after I posted my reply. I assume X-rays, etc. were done.
I have learned a lot, the hard way, over the years. I especially learned a lot after an off duty fire fighter almost killed my youngest daughter when he made a left turn right in front of her.
If you want a private conversation, let me know.
That's at the upper end of what you can often walk away from.I was 35mph, he was probably 25-30mph trying to brake I believe
I am a physical therapistSchedule a follow up visit to your primary care physician. See if you can get a referral to a specialist for further consultation. Get evaluated by a chiropractor (you don't have to have him adjust your spine if you don't want to). Take whatever prescriptions the doctors offer, even if you prefer not to take them. Do the physical therapy if prescribed (it actually helps).
Every bit of of medcal care you can show counts on your favor.
Oh, wow, then you would know better than most everyone how the system works being around injured people all the time, including who the best doctors in your area are, too.I am a physical therapist
The attorneys are still going to charge all of their expenses to the victim's part of the settlement. These expenses can be pretty substantial. In many cases the victim is lucky to get half.1 third 2 thirds is standard here. 33% to attorney, 66% to victim
Yep. It’s rare to have an attorney take 1/3, especially on a more complex case. 40-50% is becoming the norm.The attorneys are still going to charge all of their expenses to the victim's part of the settlement. These expenses can be pretty substantial. In many cases the victim is lucky to get half.