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Government Vehicles
Accidents involving government vehicles have very special rules that apply. There is only a 6 month statute of limitations against government entities, so it is critical that you contact my office immediately if you were involved in an accident with a government vehicle. Read below to learn about the different complexities that may arise in a government vehicle accident.
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Our freeways and roads are filled with government vehicles every day. As the gas prices keep rising, we continue to see more people taking mass transit, resulting in more buses on the freeways and roads. In places with a military camp or station, military vehicles are also present. In California, Caltrans vehicles fill the streets and freeways near road construction zones, and don't forget other commonly seen government vehicles including police cars and trucks, US Postal delivery vehicle, fire trucks, etc.
Different and Special Rules for Government Vehicle Accidents
When an auto accident or car accident happens that involves a government vehicle, very different and special rules apply. All claims must be brought against the government when the driver of a government vehicle is at fault, and the statute of limitations is only 6 months. In addition, if you are hit by an emergency vehicle or police vehicle in a pursuit, emergency vehicles have the right of way, and the speed limit doesn't apply to them. Thus, it is difficult to prove negligence and hold the government responsible for your injury. In case you are an active member of the military and are injured in a military vehicle accident, you cannot file claims, but your spouse and children can. These are only some of the special rules for auto accidents involving a government vehicle. You should contact a personal injury attorney to make sure your rights are being protected.
Compensation for Your Injury
Because of the short statute of limitation, if you were injured in an auto accident involving a government vehicle, you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately. TSG's personal injury lawyers are experienced in representing injured victims in auto accidents or car accidents involving a government vehicle. We know how to prepare a compelling case on your behalf and obtain an adequate compensation for your injury. We have personal investigators with state of the art technology to document evidence in your case, and an extensive network of experts, including doctors, nurses, vocational experts, economists, etc. who are ready to be witnesses in your case.
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If you are in an accident involving a government vehicle,
whether you are the driver or passenger, call the police
immediately and report the accident. Do not admit fault
to anyone at the scene, and try and limit your conversations
with the other people involved in the accident.... |
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Medical Treatment |
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At the time of the accident,
if you notice pain, discomfort, or stiffness, and
feel you are injured, call 911 immediately, and
ask for an ambulance to take you to the emergency
room...
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Investigation |
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In accidents with government vehicles, a very thorough investigation often takes place due to the
extended level of care that government vehicles are expected to abide by. Because of this, oftentimes
there are questions of liability, or who caused the accident.
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Insurance
Companies |
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There are several things to know about insurance companies and the
role they play in automobile accidents. It is important to not talk
to insurance companies until after you've spoken with an attorney....
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Car
Damage |
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There are several steps you need to take
when getting your own car fixed after an accident.
Here is a comprehensive list of steps that I tell
my clients to follow after being involved in a
car accident......
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Lost Wages |
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If you are injured in an accident with a
government vehicle and subsequently cannot
work as a result of injuries you've sustained
in the accident, you are entitled to a reimbursement
of your lost wages and income from the party at fault
in the accident.....
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800-529-0807
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