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The short answer is no; most car accident cases do not go to court. The vast majority of personal injury claims are resolved through settlements with insurance companies before a trial ever becomes necessary. While the idea of a courtroom battle is often dramatized on television, the reality of the legal process is quite different….

The short answer is yes, you almost always need to contact your own insurance company after a car accident, even if you are certain the other driver caused the crash. Most insurance policies contain a “cooperation clause” or notification requirement that mandates you report any accident within a reasonable time frame. Failing to do so…

In New Hampshire, the general statute of limitations for car accident claims is three years from the date the incident occurred. This legal time limit is strict, and failing to file paperwork with the court before this deadline expires usually results in the permanent loss of the right to seek compensation. While three years might…