An automobile accident lawsuit is one that happens when you are in an automobile accident and neither of you can agree on who is to blame, or is liable, for the accident.

These cases are usually settled in court. However if there were no physical or bodily injuries and the amount that is being claimed in the settlement is not substantial then you will probably be able to handle it yourself.

What is involved in taking an automobile accident lawsuit to court?
If you decide to take the case to court, there's some things you need to do. You will need to bring along documents that support your claim. You may need police reports, statements from witnesses of the accident, pictures or videos taken of the accident scene and the damage that was done to your vehicle. Also you will need to bring in an estimate from an established and well known professional on the amount that will be required to make repairs to your vehicle.

For a case that only involves material damage, you may not need a lawyer to help you, but if there is any physical injury involved in the accident, whether it be whiplash, broken bones, head injuries, or something more serious, you will probably need to hire a lawyer since this will be a more serious and complicated case.

How can I maximize my chances of success?
Here's some things you can do in order to maximize your chances of winning the lawsuit.

Try to gather as much evidence as possible. If you are able to, on the scene of the accident, take photos and videos and make a mental note of everything. Also, make sure you have as much information on the other party as you possibly can. Call the police as soon as possible after the accident has happened. The police report will be an invaluable source of evidence. If you require medical treatment, gather doctor's certificates, receipts, x-rays and any other documents you can. All this will help you strengthen your case.