How long after your accident can you file an injury claim?

Filing a personal injury lawsuit is not the first thing that comes to your mind immediately after an accident. There are medical care and costs, witness statements, informing the police and biggest of all, getting your life back. You focus on getting back to your daily routine.

After that comes figuring out whether your injuries are personal injuries or damage to property. Injuries to your body as a result of the accident are personal injuries. All this can leave you overwhelmed and confused. In such a situation, your ideal choice is to talk with a personal injury lawyer/ attorney who can guide you on how to go on.

Against whom do you file the lawsuit?

This will again depend on the state you reside in. Different states have different laws and a personal injury attorney will be able to assist you with those effectively. You can file a lawsuit against the driver if you have filed a claim with the other party’s insurance company and the insurance company is not responding to your request.

Meanwhile when should I apply for the claim?

Coming back to the question of when to file. The answer lies in the state you live in.  Every state has a stipulation called ‘Statute of limitations’ that determines the timeline in which you can file your claim. Most states offer a two-year time period.

You can speak with one of our personal injury lawyers about your case as they are aware of all local laws.

Things to keep handy when thinking of a personal injury lawsuit

A small list of required documentation:

• All medical records from the time of the accident and any follow up visits
• All relevant police report
• Witness statements and witness information
• Any photographs or videos taken from the accident scene

Why us?

The extent of the damages incurred from the accident may not surface till much later.  Therefore, we do a complete and accurate investigation as we are cognizant of this fact.

Subsequent repercussions of a personal injury observed at a later time:

• Trauma to head
• Subsequent fractures show up later
• Delayed pain
• Whiplash

As a result of your accident if you suffer from more injuries then you can file for a claim to get compensation. Reach us and we will be happy to assist. You can call us on (855) 254-7841 and set your free consultation. A simple call can get you the compensation you deserve.