A personal injury experience can be frightening and leave you feeling unsure of what to do. The following personal injury FAQ from the Boulder injury law firm of Debbie Taussig Law, LLC can provide you with answers to some of the questions you may be asking:
The State of Colorado is a tort liability state. This means that accident victims must prove fault before insurance companies will pay claims. The individual who is responsible for the accident will ultimately be responsible for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
After an accident, it is important that you contact the police immediately. Filing a police report is one way to prove fault after an accident and it is a critical component. Without a police report it may be your word versus theirs. You should also contact our law firm immediately. Our lawyers will go to work immediately to gather evidence and build a case to prove fault.
The first thing you should always do is to call 911. Seek medical attention even if you do not believe that you have been badly injured. Wait at the accident scene until the police arrive and do not panic. If you are able, snap photos of the accident scene, damage to your vehicle and any other evidence you see. Gather the names and numbers of any eye witnesses as well. Once you have been treated for your injuries, contact our law firm immediately.
If you are injured by an uninsured driver or a driver without adequate insurance coverage, there may still be ways to collect compensation. Drivers can seek compensation from their own UM/UIM policies. An experienced car accident attorney will be able to help you during this time.
In the state of Colorado, you only have between 2 and 3 years from the accident to file a claim. This is known as the statute of limitations and if you miss this deadline, you could be barred from ever being able to file a claim.
There are numerous factors that go into determining what your personal injury case is truly worth. Some of those factors include:
The extent of your injuries
The liability of the negligent party
The level of fault
Economic losses sustained
Long-term injury vs disability
Pre-existing medical conditions
Injured accident victims can often recover both economic and non-economic damages, including:
Medical expenses
Long-term care expenses
Future medical
Lost wages
Loss of future earnings
Pain and suffering
Loss of companionship
If you have been injured because of another person’s negligence in Boulder, Denver, or anywhere in the state of Colorado, you need an aggressive and experienced law firm on your side. Boulder personal injury attorney Debbie Taussig has the experience and resources needed to win your case. Call today for a free initial consultation and review of your case. Call 303.442.0176 or fill out our confidential contact form.
