Even if you haven’t been in a vehicular accident, it pays to be knowledgeable about the legal processes you’ll find yourself in when the time comes. This information can also be useful if any one of your family, friends, or loved ones find themselves in this kind of situation.

On this episode of When Accidents Happen, hosts Paige Pahlke and Jim Puritz, attorneys at Brown Moore and Associates share all that happens when you file a complaint. They share the processes involved, which include written discoveries, mediations, depositions, and the typical timeframe it takes to go from complaint to trial and verdict. It’s important that your lawyer is with you every step of the way, giving you guidance and support as you go through filing a lawsuit.

The process of filing a lawsuit isn’t as simple or as quick as what is typically depicted on mainstream crime movies and T.V. shows. There are a number of things to take into consideration, particularly if you figured into an accident and what file a case against the party at fault. 

On this episode of When Accidents Happen, hosts Paige Pahlke and Jim Puritz, attorneys at Brown Moore and Associates, discuss the general timeframe of a case before filing a lawsuit. They talk about what is usually involved in the process, what information and documents are needed and gathered, and how long it typically takes before a demand package is sent to the other party and their insurer. For attorneys, it is vital that the demand letter is strong and comprehensive, that aims to lead to settlement rather than further litigation. 

Key Moments from the Episode

• 00:56 – First step after a client signs up
• 01:38 – When to request medical records
• 02:18 – Other things included in the demand letter
• 02:55 – Support for lost wages claim
• 03:40 – What happens when demand letter is ready
• 05:10 – The importance of putting together a strong demand letter

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When Accidents Happen is a podcast by Brown Moore and Associates, a personal injury law firm based out of Charlotte, NC. This podcast is for general information purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a personal injury attorney about your unique situation before making legal decisions. Visit our website for more online resources at brownmoorelaw.com, or better yet, call (704) 335-1500 for a free...

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