On this page, we list some of the car accident questions that have been submitted. Click on the question to see the answer. Remember, however, what we are giving is information, not legal advice. For legal advice that you can rely on, contact a lawyer in your state and ask your car accident questions.
Car Accident Questions
How are rear end collision settlement amounts determined?
How are rear end collision settlement amounts determined? What kinds of things do I need to consider to figure out if the insurance company is offering me a fair settlement amount?
What is the average payout for pain and suffering after a rear end accident?
If I was injured and a car accident and the injuries cause long term pain and affect my daily life, how would I place a number on that? Is there some average from which I can start determining a number to demand?
What is the statute of limitations for suing after a car accident?
What is the statute of limitations for suing after a car accident? What options do I have if it has passed?
What does it mean when you sign a release of liability after a car crash?
I was involved in a car accident a few days ago and the other drivers insurance company made an offer to fix my car and also sent a release of liability. What is this and do I need to sign it?
I got hit by a car on my bicycle. What legal action can I take?
A car hit me while I was riding a bicycle. Do I make an injury and damage claim the same way as a car accident?
At what point is a lawsuit best in a car accident case?
We're having a lot of back and forth with the at-fault drivers insurance company, and they're not even coming close to what we think is a reasonable settlement. We don't want to get into a lawsuit, but think we might have to. Is there some point at which the difference between the settlement offer and our demand justifies filing a lawsuit? Do you think the act of filing a suit will motivate the insurance to raise their settlement offer?
My car was totaled and I still owe more money on it. Do I have any options?
I was in a car accident recently and my car was totalled. The paid the market value for it, but it's not enough to cover the debt I still owe on it. Do I have any options or am I out of luck?
What is per diem in calculating a car accident settlement?
I was sent an initial settlement offer for a recent car accident and it refers to "per diem". What does this mean?
If I file a vehicle damage claim under my collision coverage, will my rates go up?
Do your insurance rates always go up for having made a car accident claim?
