Even the most minor car accidents can bring on stress and uncertainty. And when you're injured in a crash, that typically opens the door to a whole host of questions. So, after any kind of traffic accident, it could be time to get familiar with the laws in your state to learn about your obligations after the crash and your options for getting compensation for injuries or vehicle damage. There are lots of similarities among the states when it comes to car accident laws, but you'll find key differences in the details.
From when and how a car accident needs to be reported, to the rules that apply when an injured person shares fault for the crash, you can learn the essentials of car accident laws in most states here.
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
From when and how a car accident needs to be reported, to the rules that apply when an injured person shares fault for the crash, you can learn the essentials of car accident laws in most states here.
In every state, a law called a "statute of limitations" sets a time limit on your right to bring a lawsuit over injuries and other losses resulting from a car accident. It's crucial to understand this time limit as it applies to your potential case, since missing the deadline usually means having your lawsuit dismissed. Here you'll find details on the car accident statute of limitations in several major states.
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