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Car Accident Attorneys

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

32.769 Car Accidents attorneys listed on AttorneyQnA

After a car crash, the insurance adjuster’s first call has one goal: settle the case for as little as possible before you fully understand your injuries. A car accident attorney represents you against the at-fault driver’s insurer (and sometimes your own), documents the full scope of your damages, and negotiates from a position of strength backed by the credible threat of trial.

What a car accident lawyer does

  • Investigates the crash: police report, dashcam, witness statements, accident reconstruction
  • Coordinates your medical care and protects you from premature settlement
  • Calculates total damages: medical bills, future care, lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain & suffering
  • Identifies all available insurance policies, including underinsured motorist coverage
  • Negotiates with insurers and files a lawsuit if the offer is inadequate
  • Tries the case to a jury when the insurer refuses fair value

How car accident settlements are valued

Insurance companies look at the severity and treatment of your injury, the available policy limits, fault percentages, and (in some markets) the local jury verdict history. An experienced attorney makes the insurer respect the case by building a settlement package that documents every category of damage.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer before talking to a lawyer
  • Signing a medical authorization that opens your full medical history
  • Posting about the crash or your injuries on social media
  • Accepting a quick settlement before knowing the extent of your injuries
  • Missing the statute of limitations
Atty. Humberto Tijerina III
Atty. Humberto Tijerina III
McAllen 26 year 5.0

My name is Humberto Tijerina, and before we go any further, I want to personally thank you for viewing my website. Most likely you have fallen victim ...

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Atty. David Alan Wolf
Atty. David Alan Wolf
Jacksonville 36 year 5.0

David Wolf, an A.V. rated attorney, is a graduate from the University of Florida (B.S., Finance, Cum Laude, 1987) and the University of Florida Colleg...

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Atty. Michael Shemtoub
Atty. Michael Shemtoub
Los Angeles 19 year 5.0

Michael Shemtoub is a lawyer practicing auto accidents, personal injury, wrongful death and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from ...

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Atty. John B. Shook
Atty. John B. Shook
Las Vegas 32 year 5.0

For more than 20 years, John B. Shook has gone to battle for injured children and adults.

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Atty. Farid Yaghoubtil
Atty. Farid Yaghoubtil
Los Angeles 14 year 5.0

Farid Yaghoubtil is a lawyer practicing personal injury, uber / lyft accidents, catastrophic injuries and 12 other areas of law. Farid received a B.A....

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Atty. Philip L. Arnel
Atty. Philip L. Arnel
Westwood 32 year 5.0

Philip L. Arnel practices at Law Office of Philip L.

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Atty. Scott L. Anderson
Atty. Scott L. Anderson
Brooklyn Park 40 year 5.0

Scott L. Anderson graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1982.

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Atty. Michael Maz Raheb
Atty. Michael Maz Raheb
Fort Myers 28 year 5.0

Michael M. Raheb has years of experience as a litigator and a track record of successful verdicts and case results.

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Atty. Jason B. Goldman
Atty. Jason B. Goldman
Port Charlotte 31 year 5.0

Adjunct Professor, Criminal Law, Edison Community College, Fort Myers, Florida, 1998—. Hearing Officer, Charlotte County School Board, 2000—.

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Atty. Arsen Sarapinian, Esq.
Atty. Arsen Sarapinian, Esq.
Beverly Hills 12 year 5.0

Arsen founded the Law Offices of Arsen Sarapinian, P.C. after years of litigating cases throughout Southern and Northern California while working with...

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Atty. Seni Popat
Atty. Seni Popat
Glen Oaks 16 year 5.0

Seni Popat is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, chapter 13 and 26 other areas of law. Seni received a B.A. degree from Hofstra Uni...

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Atty. George Leroy Powell
Atty. George Leroy Powell
Houston 24 year 5.0

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Atty. Sandy Van
Atty. Sandy Van
Las Vegas 19 year 5.0

Sandy Van practices at Van Law Firm Injury and Accident Attorneys Read Full Bio

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Atty. Evan Kyle Guthrie
Atty. Evan Kyle Guthrie
Charleston 16 year 5.0

Mr. Evan Kyle Guthrie is a lawyer practicing marriage & prenuptials, trusts, power of attorney and 20 other areas of law.

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Atty. Sam Tabibian
Atty. Sam Tabibian
Los Angeles 22 year 5.0

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Atty. Kiarash Feyzjou
Atty. Kiarash Feyzjou
Riverside 26 year 5.0

Kiarash Feyzjou is a lawyer practicing all types of accidents, arson, assault and battery and 21 other areas of law. Kiarash received a B.A. degree fr...

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Atty. Justin Bice
Atty. Justin Bice
Fort Mill 18 year 5.0

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Atty. Omid Khorshidi
Atty. Omid Khorshidi
Beverly Hills 24 year 5.0

Omid Khorshidi is a lawyer practicing personal injury, landlord & tenant, car accidents and 2 other areas of law. Omid received a B.A. degree from Uni...

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Atty. L. Martin Taylor
Atty. L. Martin Taylor
Gastonia 19 year 5.0

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Atty. Kyle J. Bristow, Esq.
Atty. Kyle J. Bristow, Esq.
St. Clair 14 year 5.0

Legal matters can be emotionally difficult unless one has an aggressive, intelligent, and vigilant lawyer who understands the legal system and who can...

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Frequently Asked Questions about Car Accidents

How long after a car accident do I have to file a claim?
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims is typically 1 to 3 years from the date of the crash, depending on the state. Claims against state or municipal entities often have much shorter notice deadlines — sometimes as little as 60 days.
Should I see a doctor even if I feel okay?
Yes. Adrenaline can mask soft-tissue injuries for hours or days. Get medically evaluated within 24 hours of the crash both for your health and for the medical record. Gaps in treatment are a favorite insurance defense and will reduce your settlement.
What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?
Your own uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage applies. An attorney can also identify other responsible parties (employer of the driver, vehicle owner, manufacturer of a defective component) when standard liability coverage is insufficient.
Do I have to go to court?
Most car accident cases settle without trial. Filing a lawsuit is often the leverage that gets the insurer to make a fair offer. Only a small fraction of cases proceed all the way to jury verdict.
How much will a car accident lawyer cost me?
Almost always zero out-of-pocket. Car accident attorneys work on contingency, usually 33% of the settlement (40% if a lawsuit is filed). If you don’t recover, you don’t owe a fee.
What is a comparative negligence rule?
Most states reduce your recovery by your percentage of fault. If you are 20% at fault and damages are $100,000, you collect $80,000. A handful of states still bar recovery if you are even 1% at fault — your lawyer will know the rule that applies and how to frame the facts.
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