Auto accidents Lawyer Manual

This lawyer manual from Illinois Legal Aid Online covers an auto accident.

When your client is involved in an auto accident, there are different issues you need to deal with, depending on the specific facts of the accident. If your client wants to bring an action as Plaintiff, you will want to figure out which legal claims to bring and who to file against. If your client has to defend themselves, you will want to go over the possible defenses. Either way, you might need to work with the insurance company to pay or collect damages.

Practice tips:

• Tell your clients to keep all the records and reports of the accident, so that it is easier to gather the information needed for legal action and insurance claim.
• Be aware of the Statutes of Limitation and other time limits, and do not wait for too long to take action.
• Also, it is important to cooperate with the insurance company and notify them promptly of the accident or changes.