When You Definitely Need a Lawyer
Get legal help if:
• You suffered any injuries
• The rental company is claiming you owe significant money
• Insurance coverage is disputed
• The other driver was at fault but their insurer won't pay
• Multiple parties may be liable
• You're being blamed for an accident you didn't cause
• The accident happened out of state
• You suffered any injuries
• The rental company is claiming you owe significant money
• Insurance coverage is disputed
• The other driver was at fault but their insurer won't pay
• Multiple parties may be liable
• You're being blamed for an accident you didn't cause
• The accident happened out of state
When You Might Handle It Yourself
You might not need a lawyer if:
• There were no injuries
• Damage is minor and clearly the other driver's fault
• Their insurance is paying without issues
• The rental company isn't pursuing charges
Even then, a free consultation can ensure you're not missing anything.
• There were no injuries
• Damage is minor and clearly the other driver's fault
• Their insurance is paying without issues
• The rental company isn't pursuing charges
Even then, a free consultation can ensure you're not missing anything.
How a Lawyer Helps Your Case
Lawyers add value by:
• Identifying all coverage sources
• Negotiating with rental companies
• Fighting unfair damage charges
• Maximizing injury compensation
• Handling all insurance communications
• Preserving evidence
• Preparing for litigation if needed
• Identifying all coverage sources
• Negotiating with rental companies
• Fighting unfair damage charges
• Maximizing injury compensation
• Handling all insurance communications
• Preserving evidence
• Preparing for litigation if needed