Frequently Asked Questions

After a motorcycle accident in New Hampshire, your safety and well-being should be your top priorities. If you’re able to do so safely, move to a secure location away from traffic and call emergency services. Seek medical attention for any injuries, no matter how minor they may seem. Additionally, gather information from the scene, such as the other driver’s contact and insurance details, and take photos of the accident scene and any visible injuries.

Although motorcycle insurance coverage may not be mandated under New Hampshire law, the motorcycle injury attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, P.A. strongly encourage every rider to carry full insurance coverage on their motorcycle. This usually includes:

• Bodily injury liability limits and uninsured/underinsured limits of at least $250,000;
• Medical payments coverage of at least $10,000; and
  Collision, comprehensive and property coverage on your motorcycle.
• In a non-mandatory insurance state such as New Hampshire, if you do not maintain sufficient insurance coverage and are seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, there may be no insurance monies available to compensate you for your injuries.

Regardless of whether you maintain motorcycle insurance, you are always entitled to bring a claim against the at-fault party, so long as you do so within the Statute of Limitations.

Yes, if you have been injured in a hit-and-run motorcycle accident, you can file a claim under your own uninsured motorist policy for your injuries and damages.

While it’s not required to hire an attorney after a motorcycle accident, having legal representation can significantly benefit your case. An experienced attorney can navigate the complexities of New Hampshire’s laws and insurance policies, handle communication with insurance companies, gather evidence to support your claim, and negotiate for fair compensation on your behalf. At Tenn And Tenn, PA, we offer free consultations to assess your case and provide personalized guidance on the best course of action.

In New Hampshire, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim, including motorcycle accident cases, is generally three years from the date of the accident. It’s crucial to initiate legal proceedings within this timeframe to preserve your right to seek compensation. However, it’s advisable to consult with an attorney as soon as possible after the accident to ensure all necessary steps are taken to protect your rights.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to various types of compensation. This can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and in some cases, punitive damages. The exact amount of compensation you may receive depends on the circumstances of your case and the extent of your injuries.

New Hampshire follows a comparative negligence system, meaning that if you were partially at fault for the accident, your compensation may be reduced proportionally to your degree of fault. However, even if you were partially responsible, you may still be eligible to recover compensation. It’s essential to consult with an attorney who can assess the details of your case and advocate for your rights effectively.

Uninsured motorist coverage is designed to cover you and provide compensation for your injuries and damages in the event the at-fault driver cannot be identified.

In most situations the answer is “yes.” Most health insurance policies provide for a right of subrogation, meaning that they are entitled to be paid back on any bills they paid on your behalf, if you receive a personal injury settlement or award. Often, your injury lawyer can negotiate down the amount recoverable.

If you are over 18 years of age, New Hampshire law does not mandate helmet use. As such, wearing a helmet or not, is left up to you. The motorcycle lawyers at Tenn And Tenn, P.A. strongly recommend all riders and passengers wear DOT-approved helmets.

If the other driver was the cause of the motorcycle accident and your resulting injuries, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Your failure to wear a helmet does not prevent you from asserting a claim against the at-fault party.

If you were involved in a New Hampshire motorcycle accident that resulted in significant property damage and/or personal injury, you are required to report the accident to the police. Contacting the police allows them to document the collision, obtain witness and insurance information, and determine who was at fault for the collision. This information will be critical in bringing a claim against the responsible driver.

It is critical to initiate a prompt investigation because insurance companies will often attempt to prove that the motorcyclist was reckless or at fault for the crash, all in an attempt to reduce the value of your claim. An experienced New Hampshire motorcycle injury attorney will stay on top of the official investigation and ensure that the facts of the case are represented and that the victim’s rights are protected.

An uninsured motorist is one who does not have auto or motorcycle insurance coverage. Uninsured motorist coverage is a clause in your insurance policy, which pays you for injuries and damages when an uninsured motorist hits and injures you. Underinsured motorist coverage pays for your injuries when the at-fault motorist has insurance coverage, but the liability limit is not high enough to fully compensate you for all the damages you have suffered.

If you were injured due to a manufacturing defect or product defect in your motorcycle, then you may have a claim against the manufacturer of the motorcycle. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer will retain an expert to thoroughly examine the motorcycle for any evidence of defects, malfunctions or design flaws. It is important to preserve the vehicle unaltered so it can be thoroughly examined for defects.

A number of motorcycle accidents in New Hampshire are caused by roadways or intersections that are dangerously designed or roadway defects such as uneven pavement, potholes or missing signage. In such cases, you may be able to file a claim against the governmental entity responsible for maintaining the roadway in question.

The loss of a loved one under any circumstances can be devastating. If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident as the result of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you can file a wrongful death claim against the negligent or responsible party. Typically, an estate will be open and the estate will initiate the claim on the decedent’s behalf. Such claims seek compensation for losses including, but not limited to, medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income and benefits and emotional distress.

A driver who is convicted of DWI (first offense) is subject to the following penalties:

• A minimum ninety (90) day actual loss of license and a maximum two (2) year loss of license.
• A fine between $500 and $1,200, plus a 20% penalty assessment.
• A twenty (20) hour impaired driver intervention program at a cost of approximately $600. If the driver was under twenty-one (21), the minimum period of license loss is one (1) year.

For all drivers, the minimum period of license revocation is actually nine (9) months; but, the court can allow the driver to petition for reinstatement after ninety (90) days (unless he/she was under twenty-one (21) at the time of the offense) if the impaired driver intervention program has been enrolled in within forty-five (45) days of conviction. First offense DWI is a Class B Misdemeanor. However, one (1) year after conviction, the driver may ask the court to reduce the offense level to a Violation.

Also, as explained below, a driver charged with DWI in New Hampshire may be subject to an additional Administrative License Suspension (“ALS”) for

• Refusing to submit to a post-arrest sobriety test or alcohol concentration test.
• Submitting to a post-arrest alcohol concentration test that discloses an alcohol concentration of greater than 0.08, or 0.02 if under the age of twenty-one (21).

The ALS is for an automatic six (6) months if the driver has no prior DWI’s or post-arrest test refusals. The ALS is for an automatic two (2) years if the driver has a prior DWI or a prior post-arrest test refusal. If the ALS is for a refusal it runs consecutive to (e.g., in addition to) any court imposed suspension or revocation. If the ALS is for an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater, it will run concurrent (at the same time) with the court imposed revocation.

Thus, the combined DWI/ALS minimum actual loss of license for First Offense DWI and refusing to submit to a post-arrest alcohol concentration test is a minimum of nine (9) months. If there was a prior refusal or a prior DWI on the driver’s record, the combined minimum actual loss of license is twenty-seven (27) months.

The combined DWI/ALS minimum actual loss of license for first offense DWI and taking a post-arrest test that reveals an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater is six (6) months. If there was a prior refusal or a prior DWI on the driver’s record, the combined minimum actual loss of license is two (2) years.

The ALS will be automatic unless the driver requests an administrative hearing within thirty (30) days of arrest, or from receipt of the blood test results. Therefore, any driver with grounds to challenge the ALS should request a hearing and request the presence of the relevant officers immediately.

New Hampshire law provides for increased penalties for repeat offenders and for DWI’s committed when

• There is a passenger under sixteen (16).
• The driver was going more than thirty (30) miles over the posted speed limit.
• The driver had an alcohol concentration of .16 or greater.
• The driver attempted to elude pursuit by law enforcement.
• The driver caused a motor vehicle collision resulting in death or serious bodily injury.

If the complaint alleges that the driver has been convicted of a previous DWI offense (in any jurisdiction) within the past ten (10) years, there is

• A mandatory jail sentence.
• Mandatory residential treatment at the driver’s expense.
• A mandatory loss of license of at least three (3) years.

If the complaint alleges a second offense and the prior conviction is within the last two (2) years, the driver is looking at

• A mandatory minimum thirty (30) days in jail and a maximum sentence of one year in jail.
• 7 days at the New Hampshire DWI Multiple Offender Intervention Detention Program (“MOP”) at a cost of approximately $1,200, to commence immediately upon release from jail.
• A mandatory three (3) year loss of license; and (D) a fine between $500 and $2,000 plus a 20% penalty assessment. If the second offense occurred more than two (2) years before the date of the new offense, the mandatory jail sentence is only three (3) days, but other sentencing provisions are identical.

If the complaint alleges a prior DWI offense within the past ten (10) years and a total of two (2) prior DWI offenses altogether, the driver is looking at

• Six (6) months to one (1) year in jail.
• A twenty-eight (28) day residential treatment program to be completed at the driver’s expense.
• A mandatory minimum five (5) year loss of license; and (D) a fine between $500 and $2,000 plus a 20% penalty assessment.

A driver with a prior DWI offense within the past ten (10) years and a total of three (3) prior DWI offenses altogether may be prosecuted for a Class B Felony and sent to the New Hampshire State Prison for a maximum of 3 1/2 to 7 years. In addition the driver will need to successfully complete a twenty-eight (28) day residential treatment program at his own expense and cannot have his license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in New Hampshire restored for seven (7) years.

A driver who causes a motor vehicle accident while impaired by alcohol or drugs which results in serious bodily injury to any person, including the driver, may be prosecuted for Class B Felony Aggravated DWI. This charge carries

• A mandatory minimum fourteen (14) day jail sentence and a maximum sentence of 3 1/2 to 7 years in the New Hampshire State Prison.
• Seven (7) days of residential treatment at the Multiple Offender Program (“MOP”) at the driver’s expense.
• Loss of license.

A driver who causes another person’s death by DWI may be prosecuted for Class A Felony Negligent Homicide. That charge carries a maximum sentence of 7 1/2 to 15 years in the New Hampshire State Prison. If the driver has prior DWI convictions the prosecutor may file a charge of Reckless Manslaughter rather than Negligent Homicide. The New Hampshire Supreme Court has held that a driver’s prior convictions–and prior experience with court mandated treatment–can provide the driver with sufficient knowledge of the dangers of DWI to support a finding of criminal recklessness. The maximum penalty for Manslaughter is 15 to 30 years in State Prison.

If the police officer followed the correct procedure, you will be subject to an Administrative License Suspension (“ALS”). The ALS will be for six (6) months if you have no previous DWI’s or test refusals on your record. It will be for two (2) years if you have either a prior DWI or a prior post-arrest test refusal. The suspension for refusing a post-arrest test is always consecutive (e.g., in addition to) any period of revocation imposed by the court.

Note that this is an administrative suspension which is imposed by the Department of Safety. The ALS is automatic unless you file a request for a hearing with the Department of Safety within thirty (30) days of your arrest (or within thirty (30) days of receiving notice of the ALS).

Additionally, the failure to submit to a post-arrest breath test may be admitted in court in a DWI case to prove consciousness of guilt.

Post-arrest blood tests, urine tests and physical field sobriety tests are treated the same as post-arrest breath tests. A refusal to take these tests will trigger an ALS and may be used as evidence in the underlying DWI case. For more information about ALS, please see previous question above.

If the police officer followed the proper procedure, you will be subject to an ALS that will be concurrent (e.g., simultaneous) with any period of revocation imposed by the court. The length of the ALS will be six (6) months if you have no prior DWI’s or test refusals. It will be two (2) years if you have either a prior DWI or a prior post-arrest test refusal.

The ALS will be vacated (if you request a hearing) if the police officer failed to follow the procedure described in response to Question 4, above. Additionally, the ALS should be vacated if:

• The intoxilyzer was not certified;
• There were maintenance or reliability problems with the intoxilyzer;
• The intoxilyzer operator was not certified; or
• The test result was 0.08 (because a result of less than 0.08 would be within the machine’s margin of error).

For more information about ALS, please see Question 4, above.

Additionally, New Hampshire law allows the prosecutor to charge a driver with “per se DWI” for driving with an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater. Since most intoxilyzer tests are taken about an hour after the initial stop, in close cases it is necessary to consider

• The machine’s margin of error.
• The likely rate of alcohol absorption and elimination to determine whether there is a good defense to a per se complaint.

Additional information about breath testing technology is provided below.

There is a statute which says that the Preliminary Breath Test (“PBT”) results are admissible if certain procedural pre-requisites are met. These procedural pre-requisites are as follows:

• The officer must be certified to use the PBT device.
• The PBT device must be certified by the Department of Health and Human Services.
• The officer must have reasonable grounds to believe that the driver was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• The officer must advise the driver that refusing or taking a PBT will neither prevent nor require a subsequent post-arrest test.

Because PBT devices are less reliable than desktop intoxilyzers, many lawyers have argued that–notwithstanding the statute–PBT test results should be excluded under the N.H. Rules of Evidence. The conflict between the PBT statute and the Rules of Evidence involves important questions relating to separation of powers. Those questions have not yet been answered by the courts.

A State blood test is performed on whole blood and the result is reported in terms of grams of alcohol per unit of whole blood. Most hospital tests are performed on blood plasma and the result is reported in terms of grams of alcohol per unit of blood plasma. Because alcohol has a greater affinity for blood plasma than for whole blood, a hospital test will almost always state a higher alcohol concentration than a whole blood test.

The State’s experts typically say that a hospital test overstates whole blood alcohol concentration by 15% to 20%. This, however, is gross oversimplification. The difference between whole blood and blood plasma alcohol concentration varies greatly among people and varies within a given individual over time.

Yes, a DWI conviction in New Hampshire typically results in a mandatory license suspension. The length of the suspension varies based on factors such as prior offenses and whether the individual refused chemical testing at the time of arrest.

Please do not open the container. Place the sealed bag in a safe place and give it to your NH drunk driving defense lawyer at your earliest opportunity. This is very important because you are entitled to have the second sample tested by an independent laboratory (at a cost of around $110). If the test reports are inconsistent with the intoxilyzer result, you may be able to suppress the intoxilyzer result at your DWI trial and your ALS hearing.

While you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer test in New Hampshire, doing so can have consequences, including automatic license suspension. It’s important to weigh the potential consequences carefully and consult with an attorney before making a decision.

New Hampshire defines legal impairment in two alternative ways. Under one definition, a driver is per se impaired if he has an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater at the time he was driving. A driver who is under 21 is per se impaired if he has an alcohol concentration of .02 or greater. A driver with a CDL license who is driving a commercial vehicle is per se impaired if he has an alcohol concentration of 0.04.

Under the second definition, a driver is DWI if he is actually impaired by alcohol and/or drugs to any perceptible degree. Under this definition, the driver’s alcohol concentration is merely circumstantial evidence of actual impairment. An alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater is prima facie evidence of impairment. This means that if the State proves that the driver had an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater at the time he was driving, that is sufficient to prove impairment. However, it is not conclusive evidence of impairment. An alcohol concentration of 0.03 or less is prima facie evidence that the driver was not impaired.

Yes, it’s highly advisable to seek legal representation if you’ve been arrested for DWI. An experienced DWI lawyer can help you understand your rights, navigate the legal process, and develop a strong defense strategy tailored to your case.

Your New Hampshire drunk driving defense lawyer will request “discovery” from the prosecutors office and all of the relevant police reports should be provided. Your lawyer should also obtain copies of any cruiser and booking videos if they were made as well as the maintenance records for the intoxilyzer if there was a breath test in your case. If you are representing yourself in court (which is not advisable), you should write to the prosecutor to obtain this information.

It is the Impaired Driver Intervention Program. This is a twenty (20) hour course which persons convicted of DWI, first offense must take prior to restoration of their driving privileges. An intensive weekend course is available. The N.H. Division of Motor Vehicles maintains a statewide list of approved IDIP programs. If you reside in another state you can attend an IDIP program in New Hampshire or a state approved IDIP program in the state in which you reside. You should make sure that an out of state program is acceptable to the New Hampshire DMV before you enroll.

At the conclusion of the IDIP program you will be evaluated for follow up treatment. Your license or privilege to drive in New Hampshire will not be restored until you have successfully completed all follow up treatment. This may include participation in individual alcohol counseling or in a self-help program such as, for example, alcoholics anonymous. If you object to the IDIP’s recommendation for follow up treatment, you may obtain a second opinion from a licensed alcohol and drug abuse prevention counselor (LADAC) at your own expense. You can appeal a recommendation of follow up treatment to the Department of Safety. The Department of Safety provides a downloadable appeal form. The Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) maintains an information sheet on IDIP programs.

Note that under the DHHS regulations, follow up treatment should be automatically recommended if the driver’s alcohol concentration was .16 (or .08 if the driver was under 21). Follow up treatment should also be automatically recommended if the driver had multiple alcohol or drug related motor vehicle arrests. The regulations set forth fairly detailed criteria to determine whether follow up treatment should be ordered on other grounds.

MOP is the State’s seven day residential Multiple Offender Program. Persons convicted of

• Aggravated DWI.
• DWI, Subsequent Offense must complete MOP at a cost of approximately $1,200.

Persons who plead guilty to DWI, first offense, but who have a prior DWI conviction on their record, must complete MOP or an equivalent “Phase II” program. The Department of Health and Human Services maintains an information sheet on MOP and other Phase II programs.

At the conclusion of MOP or a Phase II program, you will be evaluated for follow up treatment. Your license or privilege to drive in New Hampshire will not be restored until you have successfully completed all follow up treatment. For more information about follow up treatment, and your right to contest a recommendation for follow up treatment, please see Question above.

There are various defenses that may be available depending on the specifics of your case. These can include challenging the validity of the traffic stop, disputing the accuracy of chemical test results, or arguing that law enforcement violated your rights during the arrest process.

The police only need to give Miranda warnings prior to post-arrest custodial interrogation. Generally, there is no need to give Miranda warnings in connection with roadside questioning during an investigative detention. As a practical matter this means that Miranda warnings are not required in DWI cases until the driver is arrested.

Your New Hampshire criminal defense lawyer should carefully review the police reports and interview you to determine whether you may have a valid motion to suppress any statements that you made to the police.

A DWI conviction can have long-lasting consequences, including a permanent criminal record. However, New Hampshire does offer the possibility of petitioning for annulment of certain convictions after a specified period of time, provided certain criteria are met.

If you’ve been arrested for DWI in New Hampshire, the most important thing to do is seek legal representation as soon as possible. Refrain from discussing the details of your case with law enforcement and contact a qualified DWI lawyer who can advise you on the best course of action.

No.

Seek medical attention. If you are injured, your health must be your initial concern. Obtain medical treatment as soon as possible. Do not take any unnecessary risks to your health after an accident or injury.

If you or someone in your family has been injured, you should seek legal advice as quickly as possible thereafter to see if you have a New Hampshire claim for personal injury. The cause of an injury may not always be obvious, and there may be one or more parties responsible for the injury. Tenn And Tenn, P.A. in Manchester, New Hampshire, can help determine the cause of an injury, and whether someone is legally responsible for the injury.

You should not discuss your injury or the way in which it happened with anyone until you have consulted a New Hampshire attorney. These statements might be incorrect, incomplete, taken out of context, or be harmful to your case at a later date. Do not file any written reports or descriptions, sign any papers, or agree to any settlement, as this may affect your ability to recover full compensation for your injuries.

In New Hampshire, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally three years from the date of the injury. However, there may be exceptions to this rule depending on the specifics of your case. It’s essential to consult with an experienced attorney at Tenn And Tenn, PA, as soon as possible to ensure that you meet all necessary deadlines.

There are strict statutes of limitations, which prohibit the bringing of old claims. For many claims, these statutes of limitations may be three years, although there are several exceptions both shorter and longer. You should consult a New Hampshire lawyer as soon as you are aware that you have been injured. Even if you were injured some time ago, you may still be able to bring a claim. Failing to file a personal injury lawsuit within the statute of limitations will cause the claim to expire and you will not receive any compensation for your injuries.

If you are injured through the fault of someone else, you are entitled under New Hampshire law to full, fair and adequate compensation for your injuries.

In a personal injury case, you may be entitled to various types of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. The specific damages available to you will depend on the circumstances of your injury and the extent of your losses. Our attorneys will thoroughly assess your case to determine the full scope of damages you may be entitled to recover.

A valid personal injury claim requires you to demonstrate that you have been injured due to someone else’s fault, and have sustained damages. Injury claims, or tort claims as they are called, requires the injured party to demonstrate two specific elements known as liability and damages. Consulting a New Hampshire personal injury lawyer is the most prudent act to determine whether your personal injury claim is valid.

Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care. In other words, negligence is any conduct that falls below the standard of care established by law to protect others from the unreasonable risk of harm.

Not necessarily. Many personal injury cases are resolved through negotiated settlements with insurance companies, eliminating the need for a trial. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, our attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, PA, are prepared to take your case to court and advocate for your rights before a judge and jury.

Almost all personal injury claims are defended by insurance company lawyers and paid by insurance, so the person or corporation you sue will not necessarily have to pay any money out-of-pocket. A personal injury claim is a civil case, not a criminal case, and the defendant will generally not go to jail because of the claim.

The value of your personal injury case will depend on various factors, including the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical expenses, the impact on your ability to work, and the degree of pain and suffering you’ve endured. Our experienced attorneys will conduct a thorough evaluation of your case to determine its potential value and work diligently to maximize your recovery.

Retaining the services of an experienced New Hampshire personal injury lawyer is critical in any personal injury claim. Hiring an attorney as soon as possible allows your legal counselor to gather critical evidence, obtain witness statements, and document the facts surrounding your accident or injury. Act quickly to preserve your rights in order to present the best evidence on your behalf.

At Tenn And Tenn, PA, we understand that finances may be a concern after an injury. That’s why we offer free consultations to discuss your case and explain your legal options. Additionally, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

The term “bodily injury claim” usually refers to a personal injury sustained by an individual. These claims usually involve economic damages and general damages. Economic damages are those damages which usually refer to lost wages, medical bills, rental car expenses, and other direct monetary damages. General damages traditionally refer to pain, suffering, and distress. Before you settle your bodily injury claim, be certain that you are receiving a recovery for all aspects of damages available to you as a result of the injuries you sustained.

If your claim is denied by the insurance company, it’s essential to seek legal guidance from our experienced attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, PA. We can review the denial, gather additional evidence, and explore options for appealing the decision or pursuing further legal action to ensure that your rights are protected.

Your attorney can seek to recover your medical expenses from the individual or company at fault in your accident along with other types of compensation. In many instances, your attorney can recover from your own insurance policy.

If you have uninsured motorist coverage on your own vehicle under your own policy of insurance, you may be able to recover under you own policy. Be sure to contact an attorney for review of your situation. Payment of these types of claims under your policy should not result in an increase in your premium, or a cancellation of your coverage.

As a general practice, lawyers traditionally do not settle clients’ cases without their knowledge and consent. However, it is possible that the Fee Agreement you executed with your lawyer allows him or her to settle your case without your consent. It is prudent to always discuss the settlement process with your lawyer, to ensure that you are fully advised of the settlement negotiations in that you wish to have the final say regarding your settlement.

Yes. It is quite common that healthcare providers are paid out of personal injury recoveries. Most health insurance policies now have language which requires the insurance company to be repaid for the amount of money they have advanced or paid on medical bills if the injured person receives a personal injury settlement.

First and foremost, seek medical help for yourself or any injured person. If necessary, call the police and an ambulance right away. When the situation has stabilized and medical needs have been addressed, begin to collect any information you can about the accident. Here is a list of other things you should consider doing after being involved in a car crash in New Hampshire:

• Document the name, address, telephone number, driver’s license number and insurance information of the other driver.
  Write down the make, model, and license plate number of each car involved.
• Collect the name, address and phone number of any witness who observed the accident. Oftentimes, witness information is critical to establishing fault.
• Find out the investigating police officer’s name and ask how to obtain a copy of the police report.
• If possible, photograph the accident scene or draw a diagram of how the accident happened along with the final resting places of the vehicles, before they are moved or towed from the scene.

Yes. It is important to contact the police immediately if you are involved in an accident. Doing so will not only provide proof of the accident, but will allow for an immediate on-scene investigation. In addition, police will take statements of witnesses, and will examine the other driver to check for drug or alcohol use. The police can also be valuable witnesses to your injuries at the scene, and they can assist in securing an admission of fault from the negligent driver.

Yes. Even if the police take photographs, you should try to document the accident scene yourself. We recommend that you take twice as many photographs as you think you might otherwise need. Taking shots from multiple angles and locations is the best way to enable an accident reconstructionist to produce an accurate diagram of the collision.

In New Hampshire, the statute of limitations for filing a car accident claim is three years from the date of the accident. This means that you have three years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for your injuries and damages. It’s crucial to act promptly and consult with an attorney as soon as possible to ensure that your legal rights are protected.

More often than not, the cause of the car accident will be readily apparent. If it is not, the investigating police officer will make an on-scene determination of fault, after speaking to the parties and witnesses involved. Generally, the police officer will be attempting to determine which person violated a traffic law in order to hold that person responsible.

New Hampshire follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means that if you were partially at fault for the car accident, your compensation may be reduced based on your percentage of fault. However, as long as you were not more than 50% at fault for the accident, you may still be entitled to recover damages. An experienced attorney can review the details of your case and help you understand how comparative negligence may impact your claim.

Many times, car accidents happen in the blink of an eye. The resulting stress and emotional reaction to the situation can cloud one’s ability to think clearly. It is not until a full investigation has been completed that it can be officially known which party bears responsibility for causing the accident. Because other circumstances or factors that you may not have witnessed could have played a role in the accident, it is important to have an investigation conducted. If you mistakenly admit fault, it can be used against you.

The amount of compensation you may receive for your car accident injuries depends on various factors, including the severity of your injuries, the extent of property damage, lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. Every case is unique, and the value of your claim will be determined based on the specific circumstances surrounding your accident. Consulting with an attorney who has experience handling car accident cases in New Hampshire can provide you with a better understanding of the potential compensation you may be entitled to receive.

Always seek medical attention promptly if you are injured. It is important that you receive medical attention if you feel any pain or discomfort. Waiting to obtain treatment is not usually a good idea because it can have adverse physical consequences, and it can potentially hurt your case, as there will be no medical documentation of your injuries immediately following the accident.

Many times, the onset of injuries can take a few days to appear. Our car accident attorneys recommend that accident victims seek medical attention as soon as possible, and especially before settling their claim with the insurance company. Once your claim is settled, the case is over. If future injuries or problems occur, you will not be able to undo or re-open the case.

Automobile insurance policies require their policyholders to promptly report every auto accident. Typically, an insurance adjuster will gather all of the basic information concerning the accident and your injuries. The adjuster may also request a recorded statement concerning the collision and your injuries.

If you are worried about providing a recorded statement, you should contact an attorney to discuss those concerns, prior to giving the statement to your insurance company. Our car accident lawyers will take the time to explain the process to you and address any concerns that you may have.

Although you are free to do so, negotiating your own personal injury claim is not recommended by our car accident attorneys, especially in serious injury cases. Rather, we recommend that you consult with our experienced injury lawyers regarding your car accident. Our car accident lawyers know the law and are here to help you achieve full, fair and adequate compensation.

Before accepting any settlement offer from the insurance company, it’s essential to consult with an attorney who can review the offer and ensure that it fully compensates you for your injuries and damages. Insurance companies often try to settle claims quickly and for less than what victims deserve. An attorney can negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf and help you pursue the maximum compensation available under the law.

An experienced car accident attorney can provide you with invaluable legal guidance and support throughout the claims process. From investigating the accident and gathering evidence to negotiating with the insurance company and representing you in court if necessary, an attorney can handle all aspects of your case. They can also help you understand your legal rights, navigate complex legal procedures, and ensure that your best interests are protected every step of the way.

Once your immediate medical needs have been addressed, you should promptly contact an experienced car accident lawyer. The attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, P.A. will meet with you as soon as possible to help you address your needs and concerns.