Vehicle Accidents
After a car accident, how do insurance companies and courts establish who was at fault? What steps can you take to protect your legal rights after you've been involved in an accident? How will car insurance policy limits affect an injury claim? We'll answer these questions and many more in this section, plus you'll find in-depth coverage of different types of vehicle accidents.
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Get answers to your questions about fault, proof, and insurance after a traffic accident.
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Do Minor Vehicle Accidents Need to Be Reported?
Find out when you're legally or contractually obligated to report an accident.
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What are the Most Common Vehicle Accident Injuries?
A look at soft tissue injuries and other common kinds of injuries suffered by drivers and passengers.
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What If My Accident Injuries Don't Show Up Right Away?
Vehicle accident injuries can be late-appearing. Here's how to protect your health and your legal rights
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Do I Need to Pay Tax on a Vehicle Accident Settlement or Judgment?
The taxability of your award depends on the type of loss being compensated. Get the details here.
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Car Accidents, Insurance Claims, and Settlements
Nolo's companion site All-About-Car-Accidents.com provides in-depth coverage on state car accident laws, car insurance settlements, and much more.
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Nolo's Personal Injury Law Blog
Our own David Goguen comments on news headlines and recent developments related to personal injury law.
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Pedestrian Hit By a Car: Legal Options
You probably have a claim against the other driver, but the local municipality may also be liable.
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Consequences of a Hit and Run Accident
It's never a good idea to flee the scene of a car accident. Here's why.
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Sample Demand Letter: Pedestrian Hit By a Car
Here's an example of a professional and persuasive demand letter where a pedestrian was hit by a car.
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Establish who's at fault for a car, motorcycle, or bicycle accident.
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Car Accident Defenses: Contributory and Comparative Negligence
Recovery may be limited when an accident victim negligently contributes to the cause of the accident.
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Car Accidents and Negligence: When You Are Liable for Another Person's Driving
You may be legally responsible for a car accident even if you weren't in the car.
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Car Accident Vehicle Damage: Your Auto Repair Options
If your vehicle was damaged in a car accident, you want to know how to go about getting it repaired -- and who will be responsible
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The Insurance Company Says My Car is a Total Loss -- What Now?
A look at the vehicle damage claim process and your options if you disagree with the insurance company's valuation of your car.
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Sample Demand Letter: Claim for Vehicle Damage After a Car Accident
A lot of car accident cases involve no personal injury, only claims for damage to a vehicle.
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