Hurt in a Car Accident That Wasn't Your Fault?

See if you have a claim. A local attorney can handle the insurance company and paperwork while you focus on getting better.

Hurt in the accident
The other driver was at fault or mostly at fault
It happened recently
You don't have a lawyer yet

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How it works

Start your injury case right

Get support from day one through settlement with three simple steps.

Answer a few questions

Tell us what happened and share a few details about your injury.

Learn about your options

A local attorney in your area reviews your information.

Get help with next steps

If it looks like a fit, they can help with the insurance company and paperwork.

We may be able to help if:

You were injured in the accident.
The other driver was at fault or mostly at fault.
You received medical care or are still treating.
You were a passenger or rideshare passenger.

Probably not a fit if:

You already have an attorney handling this accident.
You were not injured and did not need medical care.
The accident happened a long time ago.

What you may be able to recover

Every case is different, but compensation may include medical bills, ongoing treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and car damage.

Have questions before you start?

Does it cost anything?

No. It is free to check your options and there is no obligation to move forward.

The insurance company offered me money. Can I still check?

Yes. It may still be worth learning about your options before accepting an offer.

I wasn't badly hurt. Should I still check?

If you were injured or received medical care, you can still check to learn what options may be available.

I was a passenger. Does that count?

Passengers may have options too. A few details can help determine what to do next.

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Understanding your options

Understanding your options after an accident

A car accident often raises several questions at once. Who pays for the repairs? How will medical bills be handled? What should you say when an insurance adjuster calls? Is it worth speaking with a lawyer? There is rarely one right answer, because the details of every accident are different.

Vehicle damage. Repair estimates, towing, storage, and rental cars are usually handled through insurance. The process can depend on whose policy responds first.
Medical expenses. Some people are treated at the scene or the same day, while others notice symptoms later. Keeping records of visits, bills, and insurance payments helps anyone reviewing the situation.
Missed work. If recovery or appointments keep you from working, pay stubs and a note from your employer can show what time was missed.
Insurance communications. Insurers may ask for recorded statements or documents. It is reasonable to take time to understand a request before responding, and to keep copies of what you send and receive.
Legal assistance. Some people speak with an attorney to understand their options, especially when injuries, disputed fault, or large expenses are involved. Others resolve matters directly through insurance.

What this page can and cannot tell you

Circumstances differ, and nothing on this page is legal advice. Sending an inquiry through this website does not establish that you are eligible for anything, and it does not suggest a value for any claim.

If you would like to ask about your own situation, you can start an inquiry whenever you are ready.

Go to the inquiry form

After the accident

Practical steps after a motor vehicle accident

These are general suggestions, not a list you must finish in order. Safety comes first, and you can gather the rest as you are able.

Prioritize safety and call for help when needed
If anyone may be hurt, or the vehicles are blocking traffic, move to a safe place if you can and contact emergency services. Turn on hazard lights and stay out of active traffic lanes.
Seek appropriate medical attention
Some symptoms do not appear right away. Consider being checked by a medical professional even if you feel fine, and follow the care instructions you are given. A medical provider, not this website, is the right person to assess an injury.
Exchange relevant information
Share names, phone numbers, insurance company and policy details, license plate numbers, and vehicle descriptions with the other drivers. If witnesses are willing, ask for their contact details.
Document the scene when it is safe
Take photos of vehicle damage, vehicle positions, road conditions, signs, and anything visible at the scene. Write down the time, weather, and what happened while it is fresh in your memory.
Keep reports, receipts, and communications
Ask how to obtain a copy of any police or incident report. Save photographs, repair estimates, medical bills, receipts, and every email or letter from an insurer in one folder.
Check reporting requirements and deadlines where you live
Rules for reporting a crash to police, a motor vehicle agency, or an insurer, and time limits for taking further action, vary by location and sometimes by circumstance. Your insurer, local motor vehicle agency, or an attorney licensed in your state can explain what applies.

Want more detail on each step? Read the full guide.

What to do after an accident

Common situations

Accident situations visitors may have questions about

These short descriptions are educational. They are not a list of case types accepted by any attorney, and an accident appearing here does not mean it qualifies for legal representation or compensation.

Rear-end collisions

These often happen in stop-and-go traffic. Common questions involve damage to more than one vehicle, symptoms such as neck or back pain that appear later, and how the insurers involved view responsibility.

Intersection and side-impact collisions

Drivers sometimes disagree about who had the right of way or a green light. Witness accounts, traffic or business camera footage, and the police report, where available, may help clarify what happened.

Multi-vehicle accidents

When three or more vehicles are involved, several drivers and insurers may be part of the picture, and the order of events can be hard to reconstruct. Notes and photos of each vehicle's position can help.

Commercial truck collisions

These can involve a driver, a company, and commercial insurance policies. Larger vehicles can cause more extensive damage, and details vary widely from one collision to the next.

Motorcycle accidents

Riders are more exposed than people in enclosed vehicles, so injuries may be more serious. Questions often involve visibility, protective gear, and how insurance applies to motorcycles, which can differ from cars.

Pedestrian and bicycle collisions

People outside a vehicle may be covered by different insurance rules than drivers. Medical records, the exact location of the crash, and any available video can all be useful to keep.

Rideshare accidents

Which insurance policies apply can depend on whether the app was on and whether a passenger was in the car. Saving trip details and screenshots from the app may help later.

Uninsured or underinsured motorist situations

If the other driver has no insurance, or too little, your own policy may include coverage for that situation. Policies and state rules differ, so reviewing your policy is a sensible first step.

Getting organized

Information that may help when discussing an accident

You do not need everything on this list to ask a question. Share what you have today, and fill in the rest as it becomes available.

Approximate date and locationA city or intersection and the rough date are enough to begin.
A basic description of what happenedA few sentences about the vehicles involved and how the collision occurred.
Photographs and report informationPhotos of the damage and scene, and a police report number if one was made.
Insurance details and correspondenceYour policy information, the other driver's insurer if known, claim numbers, and any letters or emails.
Medical records or bills, if applicableVisit summaries, treatment notes, and statements showing what was billed or paid.
Records of missed work or other expensesPay stubs, employer notes about time off, and receipts for related costs such as rental cars or prescriptions.

No document uploads

The inquiry form on this website does not ask you to upload documents. Keep your records in a safe place of your own, and answer the questions with what you know today.

Our guide to organizing documents explains what to keep and how to store it.

Documents to organize

General considerations

Factors that may affect a claim

No two claims are alike. In general terms, the following factors may influence which options are available after an accident.

Fault. How responsibility for the accident is viewed by insurers and, if it comes to that, by a court. In some states, a person's share of responsibility can affect what they may recover.
Available evidence. Photos, reports, witness statements, and records that help show what happened.
Documented losses. Expenses and effects that can be supported with bills, receipts, and other records.
Insurance coverage. The types and limits of coverage on the policies involved, including your own.
Applicable law. State rules on fault, insurance requirements, and time limits for taking action.

Losses people sometimes ask about

Vehicle repair or replacement
Medical expenses
Income lost while unable to work
Other out-of-pocket costs
Non-economic effects, such as pain or limits on daily activities

Not every category applies in every case, and none is guaranteed. This website cannot estimate what a claim may be worth and does not offer a compensation calculator.

Transparency

How this website works

This website is owned and operated by Case Advisors. Case Advisors is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. The attorney listings on this site are paid attorney advertisements, and the site does not constitute a lawyer referral service.

What submitting the form involves

You choose the state where the accident happened, then answer a short series of questions: when it happened, where, the main injury, how serious it was, whether you received medical treatment, whether you were at fault, the type of vehicle involved, and whether you have already signed an agreement with an attorney.
You then enter your name, phone number, and email address and select “Submit for Review.”
As stated in the site disclosures, information may be sent to attorneys based on location.
The form's consent language says that, by submitting, you agree to receive calls and text messages from Case Advisors and its marketing partners for marketing purposes, using automated technology. You can opt out by replying STOP, and consent is not a condition of purchase. Please read the full consent text on the form before you submit.

What this site does not promise

Submitting an inquiry does not create an attorney-client relationship. This site cannot promise that any attorney will contact you, how quickly that might happen, or that an attorney will accept your matter.

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Frequently asked questions

Detailed answers to common questions

General information only. For advice about your specific situation, consult an attorney licensed in your state.

What information should I have available?

The form asks for the state and timing of the accident, the main injury, how serious the accident was, whether you received treatment, whether you were at fault, the type of vehicle involved, and whether you have signed with an attorney. It then asks for your name, phone number, and email address.

You do not need documents on hand. Rough answers based on what you know today are fine.

Can I submit an inquiry if I am unsure who was at fault?

The form includes a yes or no question about whether you were at fault, so answer based on your best understanding. Fault is often decided later by insurers, and sometimes by a court, so it is common not to have a final answer at the start.

What if I have already spoken with an insurance company?

That is common. Keep notes on who you spoke with, when, and what was said, and save any letters, emails, or claim numbers. Read carefully anything you are asked to sign, and consider asking for time to review it before agreeing.

What if the other driver does not have insurance?

Your own policy may include uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. Whether it applies depends on your policy terms and your state's rules, so check your policy or ask your insurer. Collect the other driver's name, plate number, and contact information if you can.

What if I was a passenger?

Passengers can have questions about medical expenses and about which insurance policies may apply, which can include the driver's policy, another driver's policy, or your own. Keep the same records a driver would keep, including photos, medical bills, and any report number.

What if the accident happened in another state?

The form begins by asking for the state where the accident occurred, so select that state even if you live somewhere else. Rules on fault, insurance, and time limits generally depend on where the accident happened, and they differ from state to state.

Are there deadlines that may apply?

Yes, they may. Requirements for reporting a crash and time limits for taking legal action vary by state and by the type of claim. This website cannot tell you which deadline applies to you. Your insurer, local motor vehicle agency, or an attorney licensed in your state can explain them, and it usually helps to ask sooner rather than later.

Can this website tell me what my claim is worth?

No. Value depends on facts, evidence, insurance coverage, and the law, none of which this website evaluates. The site does not estimate claim values or provide a calculator.

Is this website a law firm?

No. This website is owned and operated by Case Advisors, which does not provide legal advice. According to the site disclosures, attorney listings are paid attorney advertisements, and the site is not a lawyer referral service.

What happens after I submit the form?

After you submit, you are taken to a confirmation page. As stated in the site disclosures, information may be sent to attorneys based on location, and by submitting you agree to the calls and text messages described in the form's consent language.

This website cannot promise that anyone will contact you, how soon, or that an attorney will take your matter.

Does submitting an inquiry create an attorney-client relationship?

No. The site disclosures state that no attorney-client or confidential relationship is formed by using this site. A relationship with an attorney exists only if you and that attorney agree to it, so do not assume you are represented until that happens.

How is my information used?

According to the site disclosures, information may be sent to attorneys based on location, and Case Advisors and its marketing partners may contact you for marketing purposes as described in the consent language. The full details are in the Privacy Policy, which you should read before submitting.

Guides and resources

Learn more before you decide what to do

Four plain-English guides cover the first steps, record keeping, the general claim process, and what to ask when speaking with an attorney.

First steps

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