If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident in Lexington, South Carolina, you may be wondering what steps to take next. The aftermath of a collision can be quite overwhelming, especially if you have suffered a serious injury in the process, so the dedicated legal team at the Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr., LLC thought that it was necessary to address a few important factors. First, you may be asking yourself, "Who is going to pay for the cost of my medical treatment?" Hospital bills can be extremely burdensome in the wake of an accident, especially if you do not have adequate health insurance coverage and/or you have been unable to return to work for a period of time, but this is an expense that you may, unfortunately, be asked to pay for on your own.
By following up with a personal injury lawsuit, however, you may be able to recover compensation for the cost of your treatment, follow-up medical appointments, and medications. Pursuing legal action may also allow you to obtain reimbursement for several other economic and non-economic losses that you have suffered—including damages for any past/future earnings that have been lost instead of the injury, any emotional pain and suffering that has been caused by the accident and the cost of any necessary vehicle repairs. To do so, however, you will need to ensure that you take the right steps immediately after the collision. Failing to actively protect your rights could mean that you will be forced to forfeit your right to compensation in the future, so it is highly recommended that you get in touch with a Lexington personal injury attorney as soon as circumstances allow.
From there, your legal representation will be able to work toward obtaining the level of compensation that you deserve—whether it be through negotiations with the insurance company or a personal injury lawsuit. Attempting to navigate through the complicated aftermath on your own may leave you susceptible to the manipulative tactics of the insurance company or the other party involved in the accident, so we encourage you to let an aggressive lawyer fight on your behalf. In doing so, you may stand a much better chance of successfully claiming compensation. To find out how the Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr., LLC can assist you with your accident claim, call our office today for a free initial consultation. When you place your trust in the hands of our firm, you can rest assured that you will receive nothing less than the personalized attention that you are looking for.