Motor Vehicle Accidents: Navigating Claims After a Crash

Why motor vehicle accidents are among the most common claims

Car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian collisions occur daily and often involve serious injuries. Factors may include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, defective parts, unsafe roads, or negligent drivers.

Typical steps in a motor vehicle accident case

  1. Immediate steps

    • Obtain medical care

    • Report to authorities, collect evidence (photos, witness info)

    • Notify insurer

  2. Investigation & evidence gathering

    • Accident reconstruction

    • Medical records, expert opinions

    • Vehicle damage analysis

  3. Negotiation or litigation

    • Demand packages to insurers

    • Settlement negotiations or trial

  4. Resolving damages

    • Medical bills, rehabilitation, future care

    • Lost wages, diminished earning capacity

    • Pain and suffering, emotional distress

    • Property damage

Common defense tactics & how we counter them

  • Minimizing injuries: Insurers may contend your injuries are preexisting or exaggerated — we use medical experts and objective records to refute that.

  • Disputing causation or fault: Opposing parties may shift blame or argue multiple causes — we deconstruct those claims logically and with evidence.

  • Delaying tactics: We push for timely resolution and hold parties accountable for stalling.

Why working with Finlay Law Firm matters

  • We understand how insurers operate — in fact, Attorney Javier Finlay once worked on the insurance side, giving us insight into how they defend claims.

  • We provide personalized, one-on-one attention — you deal directly with your attorney, not passed around to case handlers. 

  • We leverage experience to maximize your recovery on medical costs, lost wages, and non-economic damages.


Bringing It All Together: Your Recovery Is Our Mission

No matter the cause — whether a latent construction defect, the tragic loss of a loved one, or a traumatic vehicle collision — Finlay Law Firm is dedicated to fighting for you.

If you or your family have been affected by any of the issues above, don’t wait. Statutes of limitation apply, and evidence can degrade over time. Contact us today for a free case evaluation. Let us use our experience, resources, and compassion to pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.