# Can I Sue if I Didn't Have on a Seat Belt During an Accident? | Brooks Law Group

This depends on the state in which the accident occurred. In some states, if you don’t buckle up; it can negate or reduce any potential for damages received. In other states, this may not the case. Your attorney knows what the law is in your state, and will argue for your right to recover damages.

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