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Hurt in a car accident? Here's how injury claims usually work
Hurt in a car accident in Arizona or Georgia? Learn how injury claims usually work, which deadlines apply, and what to do next. It's free to check.
Read the guideHurt in a crash with a semi or work truck
Hit by a semi, 18 wheeler or work truck in Arizona or Georgia? See who may be liable, how trucking insurance works, and what evidence to save.
Read the guideHurt in an Uber or Lyft accident? Here's whose insurance may apply
Hurt in an Uber or Lyft crash as a rider, another driver or the rideshare driver? See how coverage changes with the app status in Arizona and Georgia.
Read the guideHit from behind? What to know about rear end collision claims
Hit from behind in Arizona or Georgia? Learn how fault is usually decided in rear end crashes, how whiplash claims work, and what to save now.
Read the guideHurt in a T bone or side impact crash at an intersection
Hit from the side at an intersection in Arizona or Georgia? See how right of way usually decides fault in T bone crashes and what proof helps.
Read the guideHurt in a motorcycle crash? What riders should know about claims
Hurt in a motorcycle crash in Arizona or Georgia? Learn the helmet and lane rules, common bias riders face, and how fault affects your injury claim.
Read the guideHit by an uninsured driver or a hit and run driver
Hit by an uninsured driver or in a hit and run in Arizona or Georgia? Learn how uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage may help you recover.
Read the guideHit by a car while walking? What to know about pedestrian claims
Hit by a car while walking in Arizona or Georgia? Learn how crosswalk rules affect fault, whose insurance may apply, and what to do after the crash.
Read the guideHit by a car on your bike? What cyclists should know
Hit by a car while riding a bike in Arizona or Georgia? Learn the 3 foot passing rule, cyclist rights on the road, and what to do after a bike crash.
Read the guideHit by a delivery van or package driver
Hit by a delivery van in Arizona or Georgia? Learn how contractor drivers can change who is responsible and what insurance may apply to your claim.
Read the guideAfter a crash
What to do after a car accident
Clear steps for the scene of a car crash and the days after, including when Arizona and Georgia law says drivers must call the police.
Read the guideCar accident that wasn't your fault? Here's what to do next.
Hurt in a crash another driver caused? Here's what to do next, who pays, how fault works in Arizona and Georgia, and what to watch for with the other driver's insurer.
Read the guideIs a minor car accident worth a claim?
A small crash can still cause injuries that show up later. Learn when a minor accident may be worth a claim and how damage only claims work in AZ and GA.
Read the guideInjured as a passenger in a car accident
Passengers are rarely to blame for a crash. Learn who you may be able to claim against, including the driver you rode with, family drivers and rideshares.
Read the guideCan you claim without a police report?
You may still have a claim without a police report. Learn when AZ and GA require one, how to request a report later and what other evidence can help.
Read the guideHow long do you have to file a car accident claim?
In Arizona and Georgia, the general deadline for a car accident injury lawsuit is two years. Some claims have much shorter notice deadlines. Here's what to know.
Read the guideDo I need a lawyer for a car accident?
Not every car accident needs a lawyer. Here's when you can handle the claim yourself, when it's worth talking to an injury attorney, and what it costs.
Read the guideHow do injury lawyers get paid?
Most car accident attorneys work on contingency, so there are no upfront attorney's fees. Here's how it works, how costs differ from fees, and what to ask before you sign.
Read the guideDealing with the insurer
Before you talk to the adjuster, read this.
Learn what to know before a recorded statement, a quick insurance offer or a release after a car accident. Take a free claim check in about 60 seconds.
Read the guideShould you give the other driver's insurer a recorded statement?
The other driver's insurer may ask for a recorded statement after a crash. Here's whether you have to give one, the risks, and what to say instead.
Read the guideWhat not to say to an insurance adjuster
A few common phrases can hurt your car accident claim. Here's what not to say to the adjuster, what to say instead, and why.
Read the guideWhat to do when the adjuster isn't responding
When an adjuster won't call back, follow up in writing, know the claim handling rules in AZ and GA, and learn how to file a complaint with the state.
Read the guideGot a settlement offer? Check these things before you accept.
Got a settlement offer after a car accident? Here's what to check before you accept, what a release means, and when to talk to an attorney.
Read the guideInsurance offer too low? Here's what you can do.
If the insurer's offer seems too low, you don't have to take it. Here's why first offers can be low, what to ask for, and how to respond.
Read the guideGot a check from the insurance company? Read this before you cash it.
Cashing an insurance check can sometimes settle your whole claim. Here's what to check on the check and any paperwork before you deposit it.
Read the guideFault and value
Can you claim if you were partly at fault?
Shared fault doesn't always end a car accident claim. See how Arizona's pure comparative fault and Georgia's 50% rule can change what you may recover.
Read the guideThe insurer says it was your fault. Now what?
If the other driver's insurer says you caused the crash or denies your claim, that isn't the final word. Here's what to do and how fault works in Arizona and Georgia.
Read the guideWhat is my car accident claim worth?
No one can value your claim from a formula. Learn what affects car accident claim value in AZ and GA, and why online calculators can lead you astray.
Read the guideIs there an average car accident settlement?
An "average settlement" number can't tell you much about your own case. Learn what really moves a car accident settlement and how to judge an offer.
Read the guideInjuries
Delayed symptoms after a car accident
Pain or other symptoms can start days after a car crash. Learn which signs need emergency care, why to see a doctor and how to keep a record for your claim.
Read the guideWhiplash after a car accident
Whiplash symptoms often show up days after a crash. Learn the signs to watch for, when to get care, and what a whiplash claim can include.
Read the guideBack and neck injuries after a car accident
Back or neck pain after a crash can be a warning sign. Learn which symptoms need emergency care, why records matter, and what a claim can include.
Read the guideConcussion after a car accident
A crash can cause a concussion even without a hit to the head. Learn the signs from the CDC, the danger signs, and what a claim can include.
Read the guideBroken bones from a car accident
A broken bone from a crash can mean months of care. Learn the signs to watch for, when to call 911, and what a broken bone claim can include.
Read the guideWhere we work
Arizona car accident claims
Hurt in an Arizona car crash? Learn the fault rules, minimum insurance limits, the two year filing deadline, and special rules for claims against cities.
Read the guideCar accident claims in Phoenix
Hurt in a Phoenix crash? See how to get your Phoenix Police or DPS crash report, which Maricopa County courts hear injury cases, and Arizona rules.
Read the guideGeorgia car accident claims
Hurt in a Georgia car crash? Learn the at fault rules, minimum insurance limits, the two year deadline, the 50 percent fault bar and ante litem notices.
Read the guideCar accident claims in Atlanta
Hurt in an Atlanta crash? Learn how to get your Atlanta Police crash report, which Fulton and DeKalb courts hear injury cases, and Georgia deadlines.
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