Legal Question in Personal Injury in Pennsylvania
auto accident
I was the driver in an auto accident. The other car lost control around a curve, jumped the median, came over 2 lanes, although I tried to swerve, he hit my passenger front end and door. He has been sited. I was not injured. My husband, the passenger, had been taken to the ER for back and neck. The x-ray and cat scan showed no injuries. They gave him pain killers and anti-inflamitorie meds. He had a lot of pain but it is getting somewhat better over the so far three days. However I know that back and neck injuries can surface problems later. As luck would have it, Hubby has no work this week. He does not need to take off from work to recouperate. No one at my insurance co has mentioned compansation for pain or suffering. My husband thinks it is usless to try for any compensation. question.....should we get an attorney? I think he should be compensated for his pain.
Thank you......Rose
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: auto accident
absolutely hire an attorney. He is entitled to pain and suffering going forward. This is a mainstay of my practice. Please feel free to call
800-310-4800
SCOTT DIAMOND
LL.M. TRIAL ADVOCACY
Re: auto accident
Your husband is entitled to damages for pain and suffering if you have selected the Full Tort Option on your motor vehicle insurance or if statutory exceptions apply. These damages would be paid by the other driver's insurance carrier or if he does not have insurance, your uninsired motorist coverage if you have it. I would suggest contacting an attorney to discuss your case. I offer free consultations.
Re: auto accident
Your husband may be able to recover for his pain & suffering. First, check your auto ins policy Declarations Page to see if you selected "full tort." If you selected "limited tort" he may not be able to assert such a claim unless certain exceptions apply. The value of the claim depends on the nature & extent of his injury. It would be best if he consulted with an experienced personal injury attorney. My office has handled these types of cases for over 25 years. There is no charge for an initial consuultation.
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