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What are Your Legal Rights After a Car Accident?<\/h2>\nDid you know that if you\u2019ve been injured in an auto accident, you\u2019re entitled to assistance at the accident scene? What\u2019s more, you deserve sound legal advice and representation as you recover from your physical injuries and emotional trauma.\n\nAccording to our car accident lawyer Halifax<\/a>, car accidents are one of the leading causes of death. Unintentional or negligent actions put drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and other road users at risk. Some of the major causes of motor vehicle accidents include speeding, reckless driving, fatigue, intoxicated driving, and human errors.\n

Your Legal Rights & Responsibilities at the Accident Scene<\/h3>\nIf you\u2019ve been involved in an accident, you\u2019re required by the law to remain at the accident scene. You have the right to use this opportunity to obtain certain information from the parties involved. However, motorists who fail to remain at the crash site may face criminal charges under the Criminal Code of Canada. Possible penalties include fines, loss of driver\u2019s license, and possible jail time.\n\nThe Motor Vehicle Act provides that you have the right to receive the name and address of all parties involved and even the registered owners of the vehicles. Also, you\u2019re entitled to detailed information concerning the liability insurance for each vehicle. In some cases, such as when a defect in the vehicle or a faulty component contributed to the accident, product liability<\/a> may also come into play. In case a police officer arrives at the accident scene, all the drivers involved are required to provide them with relevant information regarding their identity.\n

Your Legal Rights after the Car Accident<\/h3>\nAfter the car accident, make sure you collect as much relevant information as possible including images of vehicles involved and property damages, subsequent medical treatment records, police reports, and any other record information and data you\u2019re legally authorized to receive.\n\nMost drivers forget to collect or ask for certain information after a vehicle collision due to the stress and frustrations that come with it. This information will be crucial in each step of the claims process and missing certain information will only complicate matters further.\n\nSince claims adjusters do not have your best interests at heart, you should immediately start working with an experienced car accident lawyer Halifax<\/a> to help you seek full compensation after the accident. Your lawyer should also fight on your behalf to make sure you receive compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property, and even go the extra mile to ensure you get additional damages for your suffering, pain, and even emotional distress as a result of the accident.\n

Contact Our Accident Lawyer Halifax Today for Help with Your Car Accident Claim<\/h3>\nMost of the accident victims do not immediately know what their rights are or how they will commence injury claims. However, hiring a lawyer in the early stages will help you through the complex process and also help you understand how the injury claims process works.\n\nWhile waiting for the legal process to take its course, having a car accident lawyer<\/a> will help you determine how regulations and laws are interpreted including the Motor Vehicle Act and the Criminal Code of Canada.\u00a0 A competent car accident lawyer Halifax<\/a> will investigate the accident, ensure you have all important documentation, explain to you how the process will proceed from one stage to another, and ensure you get the full compensation. Contact\u00a0us<\/a> now for help with your car accident claim.\n\n \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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