Automobile Accidents & Injuries

Damage awards for car crash victims

When you are injured in an auto accident, the legal implications can be challenging. You must determine whether your claim will be paid by your insurance company or by the other driver's insurer. If the other driver is uninsured, the situation becomes more difficult. In some cases, you may have to file suit against your own insurance company.

The law firm of Brookman, Rosenberg, Brown & Sandler (BRBS) fully understands the complexity of auto accident liability law. Our lawyers examine the specifics of your accident and advise you how to proceed. Not every car accident case leads to a large settlement. We give you a realistic expectation of the damages that you may be entitled to. Our attorneys ensure that you receive the maximum compensation allowed by law.

Pennsylvania no-fault auto insurance

In Pennsylvania, every driver is required to carry no-fault auto insurance. This type of policy covers your economic losses after an auto accident, regardless of whether the accident was your fault or the other driver's fault. Economic losses include—

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages

Your insurance company seeks to minimize your compensation by disallowing certain medical procedures and challenging your inability to work while recovering. Our lawyers negotiate with your insurance company to make certain that you receive the most complete payments that your policy allows.

When your policy limits fall short of covering your actual expenses, we pursue payment from the other's driver's insurance company. If the other driver was uninsured—in violation of state law—we file a lawsuit to help you achieve full compensation for your actual damages.

Compensation for non-economic losses

No-fault auto accident insurance does not provide compensation for non-economic losses, such as—

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship
• Punitive damages

You may be entitled to this type of award after an auto accident if you are determined to have been no more than 50% at fault. But, if you are found to share more than half of the fault for the accident—the 51% rule—then you are not entitled to any of the above damages. Our accident lawyers focus on establishing the fault of the other driver so you can have the option of receiving non-economic compensation if possible.

Learn about your rights after an automobile accident

When you are injured in a car accident, you need experienced lawyers to help you understand your options under Pennsylvania law. The law firm of Brookman, Rosenberg, Brown & Sandler is ready to evaluate your case. Contact the firm for a free consultation.