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After a car accident, you may wonder if you even need a lawyer. The answer depends on your situation, but in most cases where someone is injured, having an experienced auto accident attorney on your side makes a real difference. This FAQ explains exactly what a car accident lawyer does, step by step, and why it matters for your case in Massachusetts.
Step 1: Free Consultation and Case Evaluation
- Your first meeting with DiBella Law costs you nothing
- The attorney reviews the facts of your case — how the crash happened, who was at fault, what injuries you suffered, and what insurance is available
- You get an honest assessment of your options and the strength of your claim
Step 2: Gathering Evidence
A car accident lawyer handles evidence collection, which includes:
- Getting the police report
- Requesting traffic camera and surveillance footage (before it disappears)
- Collecting witness statements
- Requesting your medical records
- Documenting your vehicle damage
- Working with accident reconstruction experts when needed
Step 3: Handling Insurance Companies
- Insurers are trained to settle cases for as little as possible
- Your attorney handles all communication with the insurance company, so you do not say anything that can be used against you
- An attorney knows how to respond to lowball offers and when to push back
- DiBella Law negotiates aggressively on behalf of every client
Step 4: Calculating What Your Case Is Worth
- A good car accident lawyer calculates all your damages, not just your current medical bills
- This includes future medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term impact on your life
- Settling without an attorney often means accepting far less than you deserve
Step 5: Sending a Demand Letter
- Once your treatment is complete or near completion, your attorney sends a formal demand letter to the insurance company
- The demand letter lays out the facts of the case, your injuries, and the amount you are seeking
- This is the official start of settlement negotiations
Step 6: Negotiating a Settlement
- The insurer will respond to the demand, often with a counteroffer
- Your attorney negotiates back and forth to reach the best possible settlement
- Most Massachusetts car accident cases settle without going to court
Step 7: Filing a Lawsuit if Necessary
- If the insurance company will not offer a fair settlement, your attorney files a lawsuit
- Filing a lawsuit does not always mean going to trial; many cases still settle after a lawsuit is filed
- Your attorney handles all court filings, depositions, and pre-trial preparation
Step 8: Going to Trial
- If a fair settlement still cannot be reached, your attorney takes your case to trial
- Attorney Chris DiBella has litigated in district court, superior court, and appeals court in Massachusetts
- Trial is a last resort, but DiBella Law is fully prepared to fight for you in court
What a Car Accident Lawyer Does NOT Do
- A lawyer does not guarantee a specific outcome
- A lawyer cannot make evidence appear that does not exist
- A lawyer does not make medical decisions for you; you control your own health care
Case Results That Show What the Car Accident Lawyers at DiBella Law Do
Our case results and testimonials speak for themselves; we stand by our clients throughout the entire claim and we will fight for maximum compensation.
- $2,600,000 — Our client was a pedestrian, struck by a commercial truck in a crosswalk. He suffered serious injuries, including a TBI and broken bones.
- $2,100,000 — Our client, a 51-year-old woman, was hit and dragged by a car while crossing the street. She was left in the street with multiple fractures and bleeding.
- $360,000 — Our client slipped on ice on a handicapped walkway. DiBella Law built a strong premises liability case, resulting in a major recovery for shoulder injuries.
- $250,000 — Boston pedestrian struck at 10:45 PM on Cambridge Street. DiBella Law documented the duty of care and driver negligence to secure a significant settlement.
- $130,000 — Client rear-ended at a rotary. Symptoms appeared hours after the crash. DiBella Law connected the delayed symptoms to the accident and negotiated a strong result.
Get Started With a Free Consultation
DiBella Law Injury and Accident Lawyers offers a free consultation with no obligation. You pay nothing unless we win. Call 855-342-3552 or contact us online.