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A car accident, a fall in a hotel, a plane crash, a cruise accident, medical malpractice, a defective product causing serious harm, an accident during your all-inclusive holiday: when a serious accident occurs during a stay in the United States, victims and their families often feel helpless. The criminal and civil proceedings take place thousands of miles away, in English, under rules that are very different from those in France.
A Distinct Compensation System
In the United States, compensation for bodily injury (personal injury) may be governed by the law of each individual State. The types of recoverable damages and the methods used to assess them differ from one State to another and, of course, from the French system, which is based on what is known as civil law.
The deadlines for filing a lawsuit are often short, sometimes only one year as from the accident. The trial takes place before a jury. Insurance companies may quickly contact victims to offer a fast settlement, which should always be reviewed by your lawyer.
Comprehensive Support on Both Sides of the Atlantic
To provide its clients with effective support, Le Tutour Avocats has developed a close and efficient working relationship with U.S. colleagues who specialize in the areas of law relevant to each type of accident (aviation law, admiralty law, medical malpractice, product liability, tour operator liability, traffic accidents, etc.). This Franco-American collaboration makes it possible to handle your case in all its complexity, which takes into account both the French and the American legal cultures.
In France, Le Tutour Avocats is your point of contact. We keep you informed of the U.S. proceedings in French and build your case file to meet the requirements of our colleagues across the Atlantic. A complex, cross-border, high-stakes case involving people who do not speak the same language must be prepared and managed seamlessly to avoid any misunderstanding that could undermine the resolution of the dispute.
In the United States, my colleagues, who are admitted to the bar of the relevant state, handle negotiations with insurers and, where necessary, the proceedings before the U.S. courts.
Your lawyer in France thus acts as a true litigation coordinator, ensuring that the U.S. proceedings fully take into account the requests, expectations, and constraints of the French client, and that French clients, in turn, adapt to the requirements of their U.S. counsel.
Solenn Le Tutour, a French attorney also qualifies in England and Wales is a member of AAJ (American Association of Justice) which gathers trial lawyers from all different States. She has therefore developed strong contacts and a great network to collaborate with the best specialists in the US.
First Steps After an Accident in the US
Keep all documents in your possession: police report, photographs, witness contact details, medical bills, and medical reports. Do not sign any settlement offer or release without seeking advice first. Finally, do not delay: the sooner your case is handled, the better your rights are protected.
Let’s Talk About Your Situation
Every case is unique. I offer an initial consultation to assess your situation, present the available options, and explain the terms of engagement, including fees, before you make any commitment. Contact the firm to discuss your case.