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Can a person be awarded a settlement for injuries if they were at fault for an accident?
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What happens in an accident where there is severe injury?
Fortunately, many people who suffered from severe injuries after an accident were able to recover within a reasonable amount of time. However, there are also several cases wherein the injuries affect a person's life forever. In a case where a person has suffered a serious injury because of the negligence of another person, a legal assistance has to be sought to get a claim through settlement. You can get a more understanding of what settlement is all about through the provided link below.
Can a person just drive away after an accident?
"No, if a person simply drives away after an accident this is considered a hit-and-run. If an accident occurs, even if there are no injuries it is essential that it is reported to the police."
How much can you get paid from a car accident?
The amount a person gets paid for an accident from the insurance company will depend on the injuries sustained.
Can a person on Social Security and Medicaid hold in trust a settlement from an automobile accident?
yes
Can you get money from the opther persons car insurance for your injuries even though the accident was your fault?
No. If the accident was your fault, you can not get money from the other person's car insurance.
What are those sufffering an accident called?
A victim is someone that has suffered from an accident. Whether the injuries were serious or minor, the person that did not cause the accident is often entitled to damages and funds for pain and suffering.
How does one go about getting compensation for a road traffic accident?
When in a road traffic accident the person is able to claim compensation for losses or injuries caused by the accident. The person is also able to ask for compensation for financial losses, which would be, for example, that he/she was late for work because of this accident.
Is leaving the scene of an accident a felony?
IT IS ILLEGAL IF YOU CAUSED THE ACCIDENT OR IF YOU ARE DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PERSON OR PERSONS INJURED IN THE ACCIDENT, SUCH AS A PARENT, WIFE, HUSBAND, IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER. A PERSON IS NOT RESPONSIBLE TO REPORT OR ASSIST IN ANY CRIME OR ACCIDENT THAT THEY DID NOT CAUSE OR HAVE A DIRECT AND RESPONSIBLE RELATIONSHIP TO A PERSON INVOLVED IN THE ACCIDENT THAT REQUIRES LIFE SAVING ATTENTION.AnswerIf you were at fault for the accident and if there any injuries reported, yes, it is a felony.
What minimum coverage do you have to have for property damage liability?
A common policy structure has 100/300/50 liability limits, which covers up to: $100,000 for injuries per person. $300,000 for injuries total, per accident. $50,000 for property damage per accident.
What injuries can occur if you don't wear a seat belt?
Injuries that occur in a car as a result of a person not wearing their seat belt depends on the accident. If the impact is strong enough, they can be thrown from the car.
Can I sue for personal injury if my injuries are major?
It is not whether the injuries are major that determines whether or not you can sue. You can sue only if the injuries were caused by the negligence of another person. If negligence occurred , you can sue even if the injuries were minor, although your recovery in damages would be as minor as your injuries. If this is an auto accident matter, some states have laws that state that you cannot sue unless you do have major injuries even if there were no negligence. Check the laws of the state the accident occurred in to get proper information.
Who gets the money in a court settlement if the person awarded the money dies Spouse or children Either?
my husband will receive all the money also if there is no will.
