If you’re injured in a car accident that someone else causes, you want to receive compensation with as few delays as possible. You might think that since the accident isn’t your fault, you don’t need a lawyer. Here’s what to know about hiring an attorney in this situation.  

When to Hire an Attorney if You’re Not at Fault

You Don’t Know Who Is Liable

Although you are not at fault, it might not be clear who is liable to you for the damage. Situations including an uninsured motorist, a DUI driver, multiple drivers, a company driver, or someone’s death resulting from the collision can complicate the claim.

A personal injury lawyer will gather and analyze evidence and establish fault and liability. They’ll protect your interests, present your claim in the best light to insurers, and seek maximum compensation from all sources.  

You Have Minor Injuries

After a car accident, you might experience neck and back pain due to soft tissue injuries, including whiplash. While there’s no obvious physical evidence of such minor injuries, the pain is real.

An experienced personal injury lawyer will see to it that you receive appropriate care and treatment to speed the recovery. Your attorney will establish your claim for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. 

You Have Serious Injuries 

Seeking an attorney after suffering serious injuries in a car accident lets you focus on healing. Meanwhile, an experienced personal injury lawyer assembles a team of medical, legal, and financial professionals to establish and prove your claim for short- and long-term damages.

You may suffer a permanent injury, disability, or disfigurement. The lawyer will determine the value of your claim, including future medical needs and income losses. They’ll negotiate the best possible settlement or prepare and try the case to win an award in court.

If you’re injured in a car accident, contact the Law Office of Thomas L. Brayton III in Waterbury, CT. Recognized as a 2019 Avvo® Top-Rated Lawyer, attorney Brayton offers 31 years of personal injury experience fighting on behalf of injured clients throughout New Haven and Litchfield counties. He’s dedicated to helping them receive all the compensation the law allows. For more information about his services, visit him online or call (203) 591-8689.