[[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question","text":"Our first task is to investigate the accident and gather evidence that shows who is responsible for your injuries. There may be other individuals or organizations responsible for the accident in addition to the drivers involved. We will identify the liable party\u2019s insurance company in preparation for submitting our demands for compensation on your behalf.","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question1","text":"As we investigate responsibility for the car accident, we will track your costs and losses from the accident. We will do this by obtaining copies of your medical bills, lost work confirmation from your employer, and all future medical expenses anticipated as part of your recovery from the accident.","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer1"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question2","text":"Once we have evidence of liability for the car accident and determine your losses, we will present a demand letter to the insurance company representing the at-fault driver. We will make sure any insurance you hold pays as it should, too. Typically, insurers make a counteroffer to settle the claim. If the amount is reasonable and acceptable to you, we can agree to it and conclude the case. In many cases, the insurance company\u2019s initial offer is not acceptable. We would try to negotiate with the insurance company toward an acceptable settlement.  We will advise you about any settlement offer we receive. Ultimately, whether to accept a settlement offer is your decision.","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer2"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question3","text":"Most car accident cases are settled without a trial. If an insurance company refuses to agree to an appropriate settlement for your losses, we can file a personal injury lawsuit asking the court to compel payment.  There are many steps to a lawsuit before it is heard in court. The process includes discovery, in which each side shares its evidence with the other, and opposing attorneys question parties involved in the lawsuit under oath. We will prepare you for your role in discovery.  It is not unusual for a claim to be settled during discovery as the strength of our case becomes evident. A settlement may be offered and accepted at any time before a jury renders its verdict.  If your case goes to trial, we will brief you about what to expect and be at your side throughout the process.  At trial, we will present your case, and the insurance company will present its rebuttal. Each side will be allowed to present and cross-examine witnesses. After hearing both sides, the jury will consider the evidence and render its verdict, including the amount of compensation you are to be paid.","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer3"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer"},"name":"What Steps Do We Follow in Determining Liability in a Car Accident Case?","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Question"},{"@type":"Question","name":"How Do We Calculate the Compensation You Are Due in a Car Accident?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer1"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Question1"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer2"},"name":"How Will We Demand Full Compensation for Your Car Accident Losses?","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Question2"},{"@type":"Question","name":"What is the Process for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Car Accident?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Answer3"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#Question3"}],"name":"The Car Accident Settlement Process in Indiana","@id":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#FAQPage"}],{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The Car Accident Settlement Process in Indiana","item":"https:\/\/www.truittlawoffices.com\/blog\/car-accident-settlement-process-in-indiana\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]