auto accident

[pnl6872]

What is the name of your state?nj

I was in a head on collision onthursday, the other driver was completely at fault, and a claim has been filed with the insurance company. My car, we think is totaled, I went to MD on that night, with neck and back pain and some bruises. I have since had more pain, so am going back to MD on monday. I was out of work on Friday and will be on monday as well. However, when I called into my boss I was told if I do not come to work on Monday, I am fired. So, needless to say, I have to go the MD, and I am banged up, so I am fired. Can I sue the other driver or his insurance for loss of my job and those lost wages??

 

[ALawyer]

Absolutely. IF the other driver was at fault and this can be proven, and IF he has assets or sufficient insurance, you'll eventually get a recovery for loss of wages, doctor bills, and pain and suffering, plus the cost of the car. BUT only if you have a lawyer. (Your insurance company will be entitled to get reimbursed for the money it pays out to you by virtue of collission damage and medical expenses.)

Simply filing a claim with the other guy's insurance company will get you a tiny fraction of what you'd get if you had a lawyer on your side, even after the lawyer's fees. DON'T WAIT AROUND.