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My 8-year-old daughter and I were hit by a careless driver who changed lanes without looking. How do I recover for my child’s injuries? |
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You need to file suit on behalf of your daughter as her legal guardian. (If you were injured, of course you would sue on your own behalf as well.) An experienced car accident attorneycan help.
Most of the time, lawsuits end in settlement. You would likely be reimbursed for any medical and other expenses in caring for your child.
The child's settlement is detailed with a "minor’s compromise," the document that lays out the terms of your child's settlement. Because a minor is not old enough to sign a settlement, the court must approve it. The minor’s compromise petition tells the court how much money the other party has agreed to give your daughter, where the money will be kept in trust, and who will be the trustee of the account. The petition also details how much money goes to medical providers, to you for out-of-pocket expenses, and to your attorney. Your daughter can retrieve her portion of the money when she reaches the age of 18 or by court order. In an emergency, the trustee can petition the court to release funds. |
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