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    Legal Overview

    UnderstandingYour Rights

    A vehicle accident is a legal event. Swerve gives you the calm checklist for the first 10 minutes.

    What we do

    Swerve is a calm, procedural guide for immediate roadside use. We focus on safety, evidence preservation, and basic information exchange so you can work through the first steps after a crash. No account required, with clear next steps that work offline.

    Important limits

    Every accident is unique. Information in Swerve is for general education and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary significantly by state and change.

    When to get legal help

    Consider speaking with a licensed attorney if you have serious injuries, fault is disputed, several vehicles are involved, a commercial truck or government vehicle is involved, an insurer asks you to sign a release, or a settlement seems low. An attorney can explain how the facts and deadlines apply to your situation.

    Common concepts
    • Deadlines: Filing and notice deadlines vary by state, claim type, and policy. Check the applicable official source and get advice before a deadline passes.
    • Comparative fault: Some states reduce recovery based on responsibility, and the rules differ.
    • No-fault: In some states, your own coverage may pay certain medical costs regardless of who caused the crash. Rules and coverage vary.
    • Reports and evidence: A police or crash report may help document an event, but it is one source among many and does not decide every claim.

    Final Disclaimer

    By using Swerve (swerve.guide), you acknowledge you must verify state-specific laws with official sources or legal professionals. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or timeliness.