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Siegfried & Jensen
5664 South Green St.
Murray, Utah 84123
Phone: 1-866-883-5350
Fax: 1-801-266-1338

Motor Vehicle Accident FAQs -- Car Accident Lawyers Serving Salt Lake City and All of Utah

Every car accident is unique, and every car accident raises questions that many people want to have answered. The lawyers of Siegfried & Jensen have provided answers that address some of the most common questions people ask after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Our car accident lawyers in the Salt Lake City, Utah area want to make sure that you understand the circumstances surrounding your particular motor vehicle accident. We urge you to contact one of our car accident lawyers with any additional questions or concerns you may have.

What should I do if I’ve been involved in a car accident?

First, it is important to stay calm. If anyone has been hurt, call 911 and wait for help to arrive. Normally, the police should be notified. It is also important to report the car accident to your insurance company as soon as possible. Although you will be upset, it is important to be aware of the situation. Try to note the condition of all vehicles involved. If possible, take pictures and notes to document the accident.

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How much does it cost to get a car accident lawyer?

At the law firm of Siegfried & Jensen, our car accident attorneys in Utah don’t get paid until your case settles. We operate on a contingent fee basis, which means we are entitled to a portion of your settlement and don’t charge an hourly fee. In this way, everyone who has been the victim in a car accident can afford legal representation.

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Should I give the insurance companies a statement?

Insurance companies will ask you for a statement to describe your injuries, the scene of the accident, and the other driver, among other things. It is important to consult a personal injury attorney before giving this statement, as many insurance companies will use it against you when it is time for them to compensate you for your injuries and damages.

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Should I sign a medical release form for the insurance companies?

When a medical release form is signed, this entitles the insurance companies to gain access to all previous medical records, not just records related to the collision in question. Our car accident lawyers in the Salt Lake City, Utah area will make sure that the insurance companies have all the medical information they need to give you adequate compensation, so signing a medical release form from an insurance company is not necessary.

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What information should I get from the other driver?

You should get the other driver’s name, address, phone number, and, most importantly, insurance information.

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Who will pay my medical bills?

Victims of a motor vehicle accident are entitled to receive compensation for their medical bills. The insurance company of the person at fault for causing the accident is ultimately responsible for paying the medical bills of anyone hurt in the accident. However, often the insurance company of a negligent driver will offer an inadequate settlement or refuse to make any compensation to accident victims. When this occurs, the lawyers at Siegfried & Jensen have the expertise and aggressive legal skills necessary to get a reluctant insurance company to live up to its obligations.

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What if I need a rental car?

Many people need a rental car while their vehicle is being repaired. Some people have rental car coverage on their insurance policies. However, if this is not the case, the insurance company of the driver who caused the accident is responsible for paying any rental car fees a victim incurs while his or her vehicle is being repaired.

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Contact Our Car Accident Lawyers

For additional information, or to see if you have a case, contact one of our skilled car accident lawyers in Utah. The attorneys at our office in the Salt Lake City area can help you if you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident.

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