If you or a loved one have suffered injury or loss due to the recklessness and negligence of a person who got behind the wheel intoxicated, Rutter Mills can help. Our 60+ year reputation as experienced drunk driving accident attorneys lets the defense know you mean business regarding recovery and the pursuit of justice.
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If you or a loved one has been injured by a drunk driver, injuries can persist for months, years or decades. The lawyers at Rutter Mills will help ensure your family is assisted during this great time of need.
When you’ve been injured, you’ve got a lot at stake – but so does the insurance company. Walking into the court room with a serious lawyer makes all the difference.
A drunk driving accident lawyer fights for maximum compensation to recover money for damages including medical bills and related expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property and punitive damages. We’ll also help you understand your statutory benefits. Continue reading to learn more or you can contact us today for a complimentary case review.
Virginia allows statutory benefits for surviving:
Nothing can replace what has been lost to you, but filing a lawsuit in civil court sends a message that drunk drivers will be held accountable. The money you receive can also alleviate hardship related to medical debts, a sudden loss in family income, and funeral and burial costs.
Wrongful death damages may include the estimated life’s worth, mental anguish, medical costs, loss of benefits and wages, burial and funeral expenses, loss of comfort/care/guidance/companionship, and punitive damages. Virginia allows claim filing for recovery within two years of the victim’s death. Let the expertise of our drunk driving lawyers and fatal car accident lawyers help you and your family through this difficult time.
There are many ways to handle a car accident, but few are as effective and practical as hiring a drunk driving accident attorney. Insurers are instructed to settle with you for as little money as possible to save their bottom line. You can contact your insurance provider to negotiate a settlement on your own, but it’s risky.
Though Virginia is a “fault” state, motorists can purchase add-on Personal Injury Protection, which you may or may not have, depending on your policy. The state also requires drivers to carry minimum insurance of $35,000 per injured person, $50,000 per accident for additional injured people, and $20,000 per accident for property damage. These allowances on the other motorist’s insurance should feasibly pay for your medical expenses before any elective PIP coverage kicks in.
Yet, you could hit a speed bump. What if the other driver denies intoxication and blame? What if the insurer responds with a quick, seemingly low settlement offer? What if your condition is worse than expected, and your medical bills are escalating? Or if your luxury car is worth much more than $20,000? If you’re unsure how much a “fair” settlement is in light of possible future expenses? That’s why the car accident lawyers of Rutter Mills is here. We represent your best interests in negotiations and court, if necessary, for many different types of accidents including drunk driving accidents, fatal car accidents and more.
Your legal team at Rutter Mills will work hard to investigate the facts surrounding the case, including the defendant’s past driving record. We will obtain surveillance footage, police reports, eyewitness statements, and other evidence. Additionally, we will hire outside experts to testify on your behalf about the nature of the crash and the injuries suffered.
To ensure we help take the weight off of your shoulders, our team will also correspond with the insurance companies to ensure you receive maximum compensation. We’ll represent your case before the judge and jury to succeed when a settlement cannot be reached. And last but not least, we’ll work hard to ensure the agreed-upon settlement or jury award gets paid in full and on time.
Contact our car accident lawyers in Virginia for a free consultation. No recovery, no fee!
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If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.
A Rutter Mills case is a serious case. It may mean you have been badly injured. It certainly means you have a lot on the line, and the resolution of your case will make a big difference to you, your family, and your life moving forward.
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