Car accidents can be devastating, especially when you are not at fault. They are abrupt and traumatizing; One minute, you’re just going about your day, and the next, you are facing a long road to recovery.
Unfortunately, recovery, in whatever form it takes, does not happen nearly as quickly as the accident. You may find yourself injured and drowning in medical expenses, vehicle repair costs, and lost wages due to missed work time.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Our team of experienced attorneys are standing by. Contact our Williston office for a free consultation today.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Get the damage on your bike assessed and repaired
Seek medical treatment as soon as you can
Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
I was in an accident 3 years ago and had a very bad experience with the attorney back then I was in another accident last year and called the advocates mark and his team were amazing changed my view on accident attorneys they kept I'm touch with me every step of the way gave me authority on choices for myself I didn't have to go with what they said I could go against it and they still would have worked with me the same I had choices this time around I would always go with Mark I have even sent friends his way just cause I appreciate all the help and support the whole way threw.
My experience with the advocates was a good one. After being hit by a car on my motorcycle they helped me with a settlement with the insurance company to get the hospital bills paid. They were extremely helpful. They always answered any questions I had with in a day. Every email I sent was always responded to. If you unfortunately has to go through a injury by another person I would recommend them in helping you resolve any debt you have because if that injury. The Advocates were great to work with and help me get this unfortunate event behind me.
Steve and his crew at The Advocates were nothing short for amazing. They took my case after I was rear-ended resulting in neck surgery. Steve and company made sure all of the was taken care of and that I got the maximum compensation possible. I definitely recommend The Advocates
Mr. Brad Johnson, our lawyer; was Awesome! He was very informative, kept us up to date on my case with regular calls. He returned calls back to us within 24 hours or less. Brad Johnson is very courteous, honest, kind, and a pleasure to talk to and work with. There are very few Lawyers out there that could even come close to the high morals that Brad Johnson has and has shown towards us. We need more lawyers like Brad Johnson . If we ever needed a disability lawyer again in the future; it would be Brad Johnson and The Advocates Firm that he works at. We will definitely turn ALL of our family and friends towards this lawyer and firm; in a heartbeat!!!
I want to First say that I am truly thankful for the advocates Law Firm they have been a great service to me through this ordeal and Katie she is a tremendous lawyer someone that I would recommend she fights tooth and nail for her clients and the rest of the team they supported me to the fullest with that being said I would like to say for anyone who is trying to find an attorney to fight their case The Advocates is the way to go.
Motor vehicle accidents can lead to many types of injuries, varying in severity from very minor to life-threatening. Some of the most common injuries after a car accident include:
If you are involved in a car crash, always remain at the accident scene until you are cleared to go. Failure to do so could constitute a hit-and-run.
Hit-and-runs in North Dakota can result in penalties of up to 30 days in jail and up to $1,500 in fines for a misdemeanor, up to 10 years in prison, and $20,000 for a felony. The severity of the damage caused determines the penalties.
You must stop your vehicle and exchange information with the other driver to avoid a hit-and-run charge. You must provide the other party with your name and address, regardless of who was at fault.
If you hit and damage a parked car, notify the owner or leave a note with your contact information.
Protecting yourself and your right to an insurance claim is essential, even if you are not the at-fault party in an accident. What you say and do after the crash can impact your potential settlement.
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident, take the following actions:
Virtually all criminal and civil legal cases are subject to a statute of limitations. This statute sets forth a time limit for filing charges. Once the statute of limitations has expired, the plaintiff loses their right to a claim.
The statute of limitations for car accidents in North Dakota is generally six years. While this is a long time, among the longest in the entire country for such cases, it is still in your best interest to start on your case as soon as possible.
Every personal injury case is different, so there is no one-size-fits-all formula for calculating a potential settlement. Depending on the factual circumstances of your case, you may be able to seek financial compensation for the following damages:
Contact The Advocates for a free consultation—we can help determine the potential value of your case.
A car accident can completely turn your world upside down. Many of us depend on our cars for many aspects of our lives. They get us to work, get us and our children to school, and pretty much anywhere else we need to go. Add injuries and recovery, and you can feel like you are entirely trapped.
At The Advocates’ law office, we want to do what we can to help get you and your loved ones back to doing what you love. Our personal injury lawyers have years of experience helping people get their lives back.
When you have an Advocate, you have someone who listens and understands you. To us, you are more than just your personal injury claim; you are a valuable member of our community. We are ready and available 24/7 to hear you and help you.
Contact The Advocates personal injury law firm in Williston for your free case evaluation. You deserve legal representation that sees you as more than just a case. You deserve an Advocate.
