What should I carry in my car in case I am involved in an accident?

Every automobile owners in California must carry a copy of their vehicle registration and proof of insurance. Additionally, you can print out the form we have provided to keep in your car to record additional informations in the event that you involved in an auto accident.

In an auto accident, which insurance company will cover my immediate medical bills?

This can get complicated because you may have policies with two insurance companies-your regular health insurance, and the medical payments coverage on your automobile insurance. The other driver's car insurance may be obligated to reimburse you also.

What items are included in a PI claim?

Key items included wage loss, loss of earning capacity, medical expenses, damages for pain and suffering, anxiety and emotional distress. This is not a complete list of claims for damages however.

Who pays my medical bills after the case is over?

In PI cases, settlements or judgments typically involve a single payment or schedule of payments. These settlements do not generally involve open-ended responsibility of the defendant to continue paying the injured person's medical bills. It is recommended that the injured person preserve a portion of the settlements received to pay for future medical expenses arising out of the accident.