Car Accident Lawsuits

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You've probably heard that most car accident cases settle well before any court trial. That's very true. Many even settle before a lawsuit is even filed. But that isn't always the case (no pun intended). If the parties can't agree on a key issue or two -- who was at fault for the car accident, the extent of the claimant's injuries, and so on -- then sometimes the only way to get things moving is to go to court and get the lawsuit process started.

Find your state on the list in the first section to get the specifics on the car accident statute of limitations, which is a state law that sets out the amount of time you have to go to court and get your lawsuit filed.

In the second section, you'll find tips on what to expect at each stage of a car accident lawsuit, from the "discovery" phase all the way to trial.

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Suit?

The timeline or statute of limitations for filing a vehicle accident lawsuit varies by state. Click on your state below to learn more about specific deadlines and laws.

Introduction to Car Accident Lawsuits

Should I File a Car Accident Lawsuit?

When does it make sense to halt settlement talks and take a car accident claim to court?
How Do I File a Car Accident Lawsuit?

When you're unable to reach a fair settlement of your car accident claim, you can take the at-fault driver to court by filing a lawsuit.
Car Accidents and Police Reports

What does the police report contain, and how is it used during a car accident settlement or lawsuit?
Real-Life Car Accident Jury Verdicts

Examples of jury verdicts and awards in car accident cases, courtesy of our readers.
Filing a Car Accident Counterclaim

When you're sued for causing a car accident but you think the other party is actually responsible for the crash, you typically have the option of filing a counterclaim seeking your own damages.

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The Stages of a Car Accident Lawsuit

Car Accident Lawsuits: Starting the Case

A look at court filings and other initial steps in a typical car accident lawsuit.
When a Car Accident Case Goes to Trial

The vast majority of all car accident insurance claims are resolved before any lawsuit is filed.
Depositions in Car Accident Cases

Lawsuits seeking damages for losses resulting from a car accident
Your Car Accident Deposition: 5 Things to Know

Your deposition can make or break your car accident case, so make sure you're prepared before you're sworn in.
Car Accident Deposition Sample Questions

From your background to details about the accident itself, here's what you'll probably be asked about at your car accident deposition.
Interrogatories in Car Accident Cases

Litigation -- meaning the filing of a lawsuit and the procedural steps that follow -- is a common result of a car accident claim.
Auto Accident Settlement and Lawsuit Timeline

The length of a car accident case depends on numerous variables, including the litigation strategy of the parties and the willingness of either side to settle the case.
Real-Life Car Accident Jury Verdicts

Examples of jury verdicts and awards in car accident cases, courtesy of our readers.
When Will My Lawyer Tell Me What My Car Accident Case is Worth?

Early on, it can be difficult to determine what a car accident case is worth. Here's what your lawyer will want to learn when it comes to your claim.

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Car Accident Lawsuit Value

Collecting a Car Accident Settlement or Judgment

Reaching a settlement or getting a judgment in your favor is one thing; getting paid could be a different story.
Will My Car Accident Claim End in a Settlement?

If you decide to start a car accident lawsuit, chances are you’ll never get to court, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Can You File a Lawsuit After a Car Accident Settlement?

A settlement typically means the end of your car accident claim, but in some rare situations a lawsuit still may be an option.

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Car Accident Lawsuits

Make the most of your claim.We've helped 225 clients find attorneys today.

Make the most of your claim.We've helped 225 clients find attorneys today.

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