Who pays legal fees after a traffic accident?
If the other party caused the accident, their liability insurer usually covers your legal fees.
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Traffic Accident Attorney in Berlin
After a traffic accident, quick support with liability, deadlines, and insurer communication often makes a real difference. I assist clients in Berlin and across Germany.
I regularly assist with:
- ›Communication with the other party's insurer
- ›Claims for damages and pain and suffering compensation
- ›Vehicle damage, rental car, and appraiser cost recovery
- ›Liability assessment where fault is disputed
- ›Fast legal assessment after the traffic accident
From the first legal assessment to settlement, I handle the matter personally and keep the process as straightforward as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Should I hire a lawyer if I am not at fault?
Liability of the other side is often quite clear, for example in rear-end collisions. It is still often advisable to hire a lawyer to handle settlement. Otherwise, insurers frequently reduce payouts and try to shift liability. Legal fees are regularly covered by the other side's insurer.
How quickly do I receive an initial assessment?
After you submit your case digitally, you receive a prompt initial legal assessment and next steps.
What happens after I submit my case?
I review your case, handle communication with the insurer, and support you through settlement.
Can someone help me with the surrounding organization?
If needed, Dr. Lerch also helps with appointing experts and communicating with the repair shop to ensure a smooth process.
Do I have to fill out the form online?
No. Feel free to simply call me instead.
Lara Kruse
a month ago
Thank you so much for your prompt assistance in my rather complex case. I can highly recommend you – reliable, friendly, and straightforward!
Luisa Kr
a month ago
Fast case processing, very friendly contact, would gladly use their services again (not the accident itself, but the handling of the case by Dr. Lerch...)
Do HV
2 weeks ago
Complete satisfaction! I needed an expert opinion for the recognition of professional experience towards my studies and received very professional support and advice from Mr. Lerch throughout the entire process. The fact that the application for recognition was accepted was simply the icing on the cake!
How it works
Step 1
Describe the case
Enter accident details and damage information in the form.
Step 2
Review details
Before submitting, you will see a compact summary.
Step 3
Send to the law firm
Your data is transmitted fully digitally via a secure channel.
Step 4
Receive feedback
The law firm will contact you promptly with the next steps.
About Dr. Lerch
Dr. Philipp Lerch studied law in Germany and the United Kingdom. During his legal traineeship, he worked on numerous court matters involving traffic accidents. After several years as an employed lawyer, including work at an international law firm, he founded his own practice.
- Legal studies in Germany and the United Kingdom
- Court-related traineeship work on traffic accident matters
- Several years in employed legal practice, including an international law firm, now independent practice
