An injury from a car accident can permanently alter your life. You may very well be left with chronic pain or lifelong disabilities. If you have any questions about the viability of your personal injury claim please call David Polow for a free consultation. My number...
Why You Should Hire a Local Attorney for Your Personal Injury Case
I have begun my 40th year of practicing law in Hyde Park, Vermont. For the first 29 years I was at 111 Main Street. In 2010 I moved next door to 125 Main Street. Here are the reasons why I think you should hire a local Vermont attorney for your personal injury case:...
What Happens With An Insurance Claim When There are Many People Involve in a Car Accident?
Sometimes multiple people are injured in a motor vehicle crash and the negligent driver does have sufficient insurance to compensate all injured people for their losses. Many people can then pursue an underinsured (UIM) claim against their own insurance company even...
Were You in a Car Accident on an Icy or Snow Cover Road in Vermont?
Some people think you cannot be found at fault in a car crash simply because the roads are slippery because of ice or snow. This is not true. You still have a duty to drive carefully no matter what the road conditions are. Driving too fast, not having good snow tires...
What’s Your Car Accident Claim Worth?
You were injured in a car accident and need to calculate injury damages. If you do an online search for “What is my car accident claim worth” the search results will show a pain and suffering calculator. This will give a false sense of what your claim is worth. An...
Is it Worth Hiring an Attorney for a Minor Car Accident Case?
When injuries and damages are minor, individuals may avoid seeking a legal representative. Some believe there is no reason for hiring a lawyer, and others may not know they are entitled to a lawyer after accidents. However, it is important to contact a professional...
Who Would You Rather Have Show Up, a Lawyer or a Plumber?
Who Would You Rather Have Show Up, a Lawyer or a Plumber? The answer is obvious: a plumber. I typically provide curbside service to my clients these days. I provide the documents they are going to sign in advance and meet them outside of my office. They stay in their...
Call David Polow Today for a Free Case Review of Your Car Accident Case
Due to COVID 19 I am meeting people virtually, over the phone, zoom or email and it isn’t necessary to meet in person. Please call David Polow today at [nap_phone id="LOCAL-REGULAR-NUMBER-1"] for a free case review of your car accident. I represent people facing...
Can More Than One Injured Person Make a Claim Against One Insurance Policy?
It is common for a negligent driver to cause injuries to more than one person. Most of the time there is enough insurance to pay damages to all injured people. If there isn't a person injured in a car accident can pursue a claim for additional damages under their own...
A Kid, A Minor Bike Accident And A $19,000 Medical Bill
I heard this story on NPR and thought I would share it. Be extremely careful about subrogation issues. Most people don't know it but buried deep in most insurance policies whether it's auto, home, business or health is language that requires you or a family member to...