Motor Vehicle Accident Contract

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT CONTRACT

This Motor Vehicle Accident Contract ("Agreement") is made effective as of by and between Client Name: (hereinafter "Client") and Service Provider Name: (hereinafter "Provider").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, on or about the Client alleges they were involved in a motor vehicle collision at or near ;

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Provider to render specified services related to investigation, claim presentation, negotiation and, if necessary, litigation arising from the collision; and

WHEREAS, Provider represents that it has the experience, personnel and authority to perform such services subject to the terms of this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

In this Agreement the following terms have the meanings set forth below: "Claim" means all causes of action, claims, demands, and rights to recovery arising from the accident; "Net Recovery" means the gross recovery actually collected on behalf of Client less reasonable litigation and collection costs and other authorized disbursements paid or obligated by Provider.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provider will investigate the facts of the accident, gather evidence, consult with experts, prepare and present claims to insurers and responsible parties, negotiate settlements, and commence and prosecute litigation when, in Provider's reasonable judgment, such action is necessary to protect Client's interests. Provider's authority to undertake any specific litigation or settlement beyond routine negotiation is limited as set forth in Section 6.

3. ACCIDENT, VEHICLE AND INSURANCE DETAILS

4. FEES, EXPENSES AND PAYMENT

Client agrees to pay Provider a contingency fee equal to percent (%) of the Net Recovery obtained by Provider on Client's behalf, whether by settlement, judgment, or otherwise. The contingency percentage applies to all claims arising from the accident unless a different percentage is expressly agreed in writing.

Reasonable litigation, expert, investigative and collection costs and other disbursements (collectively "Costs") will be advanced by Provider. Costs shall be reimbursed to Provider from the Gross Recovery prior to calculation of Provider's contingency fee or, if the parties agree in writing, shall be deducted after calculation of the contingency fee. Client authorizes Provider to withhold Provider's fees and advanced Costs from any recovery before Client receives funds.

If there is no recovery, Client shall not owe Provider an attorney fee for time expended under a contingency arrangement; however Client remains liable for any costs advanced by Provider only as follows:

5. AUTHORITY TO SETTLE

Provider shall not enter into any settlement, release, or discontinuance of any Claim that materially affects Client's rights without Client's prior written authorization. Client expressly authorizes Provider to accept routine offers of settlement for amounts not exceeding for property damage claims without further written approval.

6. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS

Client agrees to cooperate fully with Provider, provide truthful and complete information, attend examinations, hearings and depositions as required, execute releases and other documentation reasonably necessary to pursue the Claim, and refrain from compromising or admitting fault without Provider's consent.

7. LIENS, SUBROGATION AND THIRD PARTIES

Client shall promptly disclose any potential lien or subrogation interest, including but not limited to health care provider liens, medical payment insurers, or workers' compensation subrogation, and shall cooperate with Provider in addressing and resolving such interests. Provider may negotiate lien reductions as part of settlement efforts.

8. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice. Upon termination, Provider shall be entitled to reasonable compensation for services rendered and reimbursement of Costs advanced to the extent permitted by law or agreed in writing. Where termination is by Client without good cause following Provider's substantial performance, Provider may seek recovery of its reasonable value of services rendered.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY

Provider shall maintain the confidentiality of Client information and shall not disclose privileged communications except as necessary to perform services under this Agreement or as required by law. Client authorizes Provider to obtain records, medical or otherwise, relevant to the Claim.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

Client agrees to indemnify and hold Provider harmless from any claims arising from Client's false statements, concealment of relevant facts, or other wrongful acts that materially prejudice Provider's ability to represent Client.

11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any dispute arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved first by good faith negotiation. If unresolved, the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration administered in the county where Provider maintains its principal place of business, in accordance with the parties' agreement to arbitrate. Judgment upon the arbitration award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

12. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the respective notice addresses provided in Section 6 or to such other address as a party may designate in writing. Notice shall be effective upon personal delivery, confirmed electronic transmission, or three (3) days after deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid.

13. AMENDMENTS, WAIVER, SEVERABILITY AND ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings. No amendment shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties. Failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver. If any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which together shall constitute one instrument. Signatures transmitted by electronic means shall be treated as original signatures.

ADDITIONAL TERMS

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