Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit

After being in a car accident you may be confused, hurt, and emotionally distraught. However, the accident may not have been your fault and you may be able to file a Seattle car accident lawsuit. Attorney at Dean Standish Perkins & Associates can help you to understand the steps required to prepare a lawsuit against the negligent party responsible for the crash.

Once you are prepared to file a lawsuit, your lawyer will help you through the following steps:

Complaint: During this step, you name the parties being sued and describe your reasons for the suit.
The answer: The defendant provides a written response to your claim and explains their defense against your lawsuit.
The deposition: Here both you and the defendant are questioned under oath. Witnesses are also questioned. Your lawyer and the representatives of the defendant exchange documentation consisting of information and materials to be used at trial
Settlement or trial: Once the discovery has commenced, your attorney discusses the option of a settlement with the attorneys of the defendant. A settlement can consist of several forms of compensation. If no settlement is reached, your case goes to trial.

Compensation and Reimbursement

Most personal injury cases are settled outside of court and never even go to trial. Depending on what's best for you, negotiating a settlement is a viable alternative to going to trial. Assuming the defendant agrees to a settlement, you will receive a Seattle car accident settlement that can reimburse you for medical expenses, property damage, and pain and suffering. Settling can often be more advantageous to you because you do not have to risk losing at trial. If a settlement is reached, you will receive the compensation you need to put the accident behind you and move on with your life.

Help is here

Contact Dean Standish Perkins & Associates, toll free 888-470-3778, or locally 206-467-070. Let us put our experience and proven record of success with car accident lawsuits to work for you.