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Triggerfish
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What is the name of your state? What is the name of your state? I live in Pennsylvania, and I was involved in a car accident this past Saturday. The driver of the other vehicle fell asleep at the wheel and crossed into my lane, hitting me head on. Both of our cars were totaled in the collision. Luckily, neither of us were seriously injured. I do have some bruises, abrasions, and I'm generally sore all over. I did go to the Emergency Room, and x-rays were negative for fractures. The issue of my problem is that last year when I found myself in a financial bind, I borrowed additional money against the value of my car and had it added to my loan. I'm guess that the settlement I will be offered will be just enough to cover the remainder of my car loan, and I will have little or nothing left for even a downpayment on another vehicle. I am outraged that I will be financially strapped due to this driver's negligence! She was issued a fine for Wreckless Driving at the scene of the accident. There were several witnesses, inluding one gentleman that turned around and attempted to follow her after she crossed into his lane, forcing him to swerve into oncoming traffic to avoid her. He said that he car went up on a bank and that she just got back on the road and continued down the road, where she then struck me. Is there anything I can do to ensure that I get a fair settlement to cover my existing loan and give me a little money for at least a downpayment on a new vehicle. I did speak with two lawyers, but I think that they probably don't want anything to do with the case, merely because I wasn't injured, therefore no money in it for THEM. Any advice would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks so much!