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Personal Injury Law – Frequently Asked Questions
Your safety is the top priority. Call 911, seek medical attention, and document the scene if you can. Then, contact us so we can guide you on your legal rights.
Photos of the damage, license plates, your injuries, road conditions, and contact info of witnesses. This evidence helps build a stronger case.
Yes. A police report is an important document that supports your version of events and is usually required by insurance companies.
It contains details about the accident, statements from drivers and witnesses, and who may be at fault. We’ll help you get a copy.
No. Even if you feel partially responsible, don’t admit fault. Let the investigation and your attorney determine what happened.
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence—such as in a car, slip and fall, or trucking accident—you may have a claim.
You may be entitled to recover lost wages and future lost earnings. We’ll calculate and fight for your full compensation.
No. Speak to an attorney first. They may use your records against you. We’ll release what’s necessary at the right time.
Yes, and we’ll help you deal with any reimbursement they may request from your settlement.
Only if it’s safe and has been inspected. If it’s totaled or unsafe, we’ll help you get a rental and recover repair or replacement costs.
We’ll guide you through this process. Don’t let the insurance company undervalue your vehicle.
You’re entitled to the fair market value of your vehicle. We help negotiate to make sure you’re treated fairly.
If the other driver was at fault, their insurance should pay. If not, your collision coverage might apply. We’ll explain your options.
Yes. If you’re not at fault, you may be entitled to a rental. We’ll make sure the insurance company provides what you need.
As soon as possible. The sooner we’re involved, the better we can protect your rights and handle the insurance companies.
Choose someone experienced, compassionate, and results-driven—who puts you first. At Adolphe Law Group, that’s what we do.
Immigration Law – Frequently Asked Questions
Every case is different. The timeline depends on your specific situation—whether you’re applying for a green card, work permit, or another form of relief.
In many cases, yes. Depending on your eligibility, you may be able to apply for relief without leaving the country.
Work permits (EADs) are usually available through several immigration processes, including asylum, TPS, or family-based applications.
Yes! Keeping families together is one of our top priorities.
We understand that immigration cases can be a financial burden. That’s why we offer payment plans with a card on file.
No attorney can guarantee results, but we can guarantee honest advice, hard work, and compassionate service.
Yes. Many of our clients come to us after working with a notario, agent, or lawyer who let them down.
You may still have options—especially if you missed a hearing or didn’t get proper notice.
Yes. Our team speaks Haitian Creole, Spanish, and English.
We don’t just fill out forms—we protect your future. One mistake can delay or ruin your case.
A visa allows you to enter the U.S. for a specific purpose. A green card lets you live and work here permanently.
Sometimes. You may need advance parole or special permission.
You may qualify based on family, employment, humanitarian reasons, or long-term residence.
You may be able to appeal, refile, or apply under a different category.
Most people can apply after 5 years—or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen.
Yes—if you are a U.S. citizen over age 21.
In emergencies or certain conditions, expedited processing may be possible.
You may be subject to a removal order, but we may be able to reopen your case.
It’s not required, but highly recommended to avoid costly mistakes.
You can check at uscis.gov using your receipt number, or we can track it for you.
- Call an ambulance if anyone is injured.
- Move your vehicle away from oncoming traffic to avoid any additional accidents.
- Call the police to file an official police report.
- Obtain information from the other party and any witnesses and collect any evidence.
- Names of all drivers & passengers
- Contact information (addresses, telephone numbers, etc.)
- Insurance information.
- License plate numbers.
- Each vehicle’s make, model, year, and color.
- Each vehicle’s registration number.
- Get contact information from any witnesses.
- Take photos of all vehicle damage.
- Take photos of all physical injuries.
- Any evidence that shows road and/or weather conditions.
Yes, especially if there is significant property damage, serious bodily injury, and/or death.
- The police report is the official documentation of the accident.
- No, never admit fault for an auto accident.
- Fault will be determined upon further investigation.
- For purposes of your health it’s best to always seek medical attention as soon as possible following a car accident.
- If you have an injury resulting from the car accident,
- If you are not 100% at fault for the accident and
- If there is liability insurance and/or you carry uninsured motorist insurance then you have a personal injury case.
- Call your attorney’s office and he/she will advise you.
- Generally, car accident attorneys take lost wages into account when filing suits against insurance companies.
- Be sure to keep records of specific dates you missed work and the amount of money you lost.
- No. The ONLY people who should have access to your medical records are your doctors and your personal injury attorney.
- When it’s time to present your medical records to the insurance company as evidence, your personal injury attorney will do so.
- Yes. Typically your car insurance, PIP (Personal Injury Protection) will pay 80% of your medical bills up to $10,000 and your health insurance will pay the remainder 20% along with anything above $10,000.00
- Yes, if it is drivable. However, you should have your vehicle inspected by an auto repair mechanic BEFORE you resume driving your car.
- Generally, an insurance company will send out an inspector to review the vehicle damage and direct you to a mechanic who will appraise the cost of vehicle repairs.
- The insurance company will deem your vehicle a total loss (or “totaled”) when the cost to repair the vehicle exceeds a certain percentage of the vehicle’s worth.
- The insurance company should pay you a check based on the market value of your vehicle before the accident.
- The insurance company of the party at fault is responsible for paying car repair costs. However, if fault isn’t yet determined, you might file a claim with your own insurance company and after determining the other party was at fault, your insurance company might file for reimbursement.
- Yes, through the at fault party’s insurance policy.
- If the at fault party does not carry insurance then call your car insurance provider to find out if you have rental coverage.
- You should hire an attorney if you are injured from the accident.
- If there’s severe property damage and you don’t feel the insurance company is fairly compensating you.
- Hire an attorney whose main practice focuses on personal injury. You don’t want to hire a family law attorney to work on your accident case.
- Has a good reputation among both other clients and other attorneys.
- Shows dedication to your case (i.e. keeps you regularly updated).
- Makes you feel comfortable.
- Just as many other aspects of car accident cases, this varies, too; however, the more evidence you have, the faster your attorney can work.