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Halperin Handles Your Case With Care
With over 8 million licensed drivers on Virginia roads, car accidents are an increasingly common occurrence across the state. But what happens when you or a loved one are the one involved in an accident? Not only can you be faced with significant injuries or extensive property damage—you can be dealing with long-term pain, suffering, and expenses. At Halperin Law Center, we know how extensive and emotionally tolling this process can be. That’s why when you have been injured by the negligent or intentional actions of another driver, we not only handle your case with professionalism, we handle it with care.
Our attorneys know what it takes to properly investigate and prosecute, or settle, a case. Your injuries have put you through enough. Let us stand up to the aggressive insurance carriers for you.
Why Choose Halperin Law Center For Your Car Accident Claim?
What Does An Attorney Do during A Car Accident Case?
While we wish car accidents were straightforward, the truth of the matter is—they usually aren’t. The right attorney will know exactly what to do to recover you the maximum compensation possible.
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We will discover any and all evidence needed to prove liability, including witness statements, reports, photos, and videos.
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We will walk you through the steps of filing your insurance claim, including negotiations.
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We will assist you in filing a car accident claim, which can help you maximum your award.
Are you having a difficult time emotionally after a car accident? Are the bills piling up since you’ve been out of work and recuperating from your injuries? Are you spending your days overcome with worry because you’re so overwhelmed by what you’ve been through?
Halperin Law Center is here to help.What Are The Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in Richmond?
Virginia’s Drive Smart Annual Report shows that 967 deaths occurred on roadways throughout the state last year. A worrisome increase of 15% from the previous year. On average, 161 people were injured DAILY in crashes across the Commonwealth.
Of the 22,479 speed-related accidents reported in 2020, 406 resulted in fatalities while 11,528 resulted in injuries.
6,624 alcohol-related crashes were reported in 2020, 272 resulted in fatalities, while 3,986 resulted in injuries.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,142 people were killed by distracted driving in 2020. // Talking or texting on cell phones contributed to 80% of all crashes in 2021.
Getting behind the wheel fatigued isn’t just dangerous—it’s reckless. Studies show that driving a vehicle while significantly exhausted is just as dangerous as if you were driving drunk. Because of the constant demands of everyday life, many adults struggle with sleep deprivation or fatigue. Especially those in the tractor-trailer industry, who are up against tight deadlines and unforgiving schedules regularly.
Tailgating is one of the most common causes of rear-end collisions, whether it’s because you were trying to rush to your destination or weren’t paying attention. When driving, it’s suggested you follow the three-second rule, as best to avoid accidents and give you plenty of time to react to any changes in traffic flow.
What Type of Compensations is Available?
The right attorney will help you navigate the various types of compensation available to vehicle accident victims. You can rest assured knowing the attorneys at Halperin Law Center work vigorously to get you the compensation you need.
Special Damages
General Damages
Special Damages
Often referred to as economic, or calculable, damages that the victim can receive. These costs can include bills or receipts of services or necessities like prescriptions, therapy, or general household out-of-pocket expenses.
General Damages
These damages are referred to as non-economic damages, which include immeasurable losses a car accident victim is likely to experience. These are losses like quality of life, physical pain and suffering, and emotional or psychological distress.
The right attorney will help you navigate the various types of compensation available to vehicle accident victims. You can rest assured knowing the attorneys at Halperin Law Center work vigorously to get you the compensation you need.
What Is My Claim Worth?
Every client is entitled to know what a lawyer thinks their case is worth, but making that assessment without the full story is counterproductive. That’s why at the beginning of a case, getting all the necessary information together is crucial to deciding whether or not you have a strong case.
Some of the most pertinent factors when determining the total dollar amount of the case include medical bills and the severity of any injuries. Aspects like lost wages are typically determined further into the case. Other factors that can contribute to your case are individual in nature, like your like-ability and credibility. This outsider perspective of you can contribute to how doctors, jurors, and even the insurer respond to you and your claim.
Although this might seem like a long-winded way of saying “you’ll know when you know” about the value of your case, our attorneys will give you a rough estimate of the case as soon as possible. And before they begin negotiations with the insurance company. We prepare every case as if it’s going to go to trial, making sure the decision to settle or take it all the way to court is up to you.
Is There A Time Limit For Filing A Car Accident Claim in Virginia?
Yes! An injured person has two years to file a claim in court for personal injuries. But, it’s critical you file promptly after a serious car accident—in part due to insurance carriers following strict deadlines. Insurance carriers can delay or deny a claim that is not reported promptly to their institute.
Passenger Cases—And Why They’re Different
Passenger cases are different in a few ways. For the most part, passengers are not at fault in causing the collision. Because of this, they may have a claim against both drivers if they were both found negligent.
If the passenger has a claim against their own driver, in many cases a friend or family member, your attorney will work with you to see how this affects your case.
One of the most important things to understand is that the settlement is going to be paid out by the insurance company, not the individual at-fault driver. In light of this, even in a case where the potential at-fault driver is someone you know, your attorney can assure you that the claim will never involve asking your family or friend for money. Just the responsible insurance company.
Many times, this scenario is never a reality, as many passengers do not believe their driver was at fault in any event.
Consider Speaking With An Attorney, Even After A Minor Accident
Life can be busy and stressful. So when you shake off what you thought was a minor car accident, you likely aren’t thinking about talking with an injury attorney. It’s down the road when those minor aches and pains don’t go away, or get worse. Chronic pain can present in different severities, and can drastically affect someone’s quality of life. If you have been injured in a car accident, we urge you to speak with a personal injury attorney about your injuries.
Other Related Injuries
Whiplash isn’t the only injury car accident victims can, or do, sustain. A passenger’s back, hips, pelvic area, and knees are also at risk of injury during a collision. Herniated discs are one of the most severe and common injuries from car accidents, in addition to tears in ligaments surrounding passenger’s knees.
Reckless Drivers
Despite the agreements drivers make when being issued their license, like to abide by the rules of the road, distracted driving accidents are a daily occurance. Negligent and reckless driving decisions are among some of the most common and hazardous choices any driver can make.
Call Halperin Law Center Today
If you or a loved one in the Richmond or surrounding areas has sustained an injury due to a negligent driver, give the attorneys at Halperin Law Center a call today. We have decades of experience working with clients just like you, getting you the justice and compensation you deserve.
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