A serious car crash can change your life in an instant. Medical bills can pile up fast. You may be unable to work for weeks or even months. And, there may be the stress of knowing that none of this – or very little of it – was your fault.
If a recent crash was not your fault, you should not have to pay for someone else’s mistake. Personal injury damages can potentially help you to cover your costs and help you to avoid going into debt. Especially the kind of debt that may inspire someone to file for bankruptcy.
Money matters
After a crash, you may owe money for hospital stays, surgery, physical therapy, medications and other treatment. If you need time off work to heal, you may lose income too. All of this can make it hard to pay rent or take care of your family. Some people even max out credit cards or borrow money just to get by.
That is where personal injury damages can make your life easier. These resources are payments that the driver who caused the crash (or their insurance company) may have to pay you. This money can help you stay afloat financially.
Without a personal injury settlement, some crash victims fall behind on bills and end up filing for bankruptcy. That can have a long-term effect on someone’s credit score and ability to get loans or buy a home. Working with a skilled legal team to win a fair injury settlement can help you avoid that outcome.
If you are hurt, cannot work (or are limited in your ability to work) and are worried about money, you are not alone. Many crash victims face these same problems. Seeking legal guidance can help you to figure things out.