If you are severely burned and don’t treat those burns, you could die. Even if you do treat the burns, you could go through some difficult emotional, social and physical changes, and the cost of treatment can be high.
It’s important to remember that the legal process isn’t necessarily a quick one. While we’ll do everything possible to expedite your case, it’s unlikely that you’ll receive compensation for your injuries as quickly as you’d like.
Did you know that many personal injury cases are resolved before ever having to go to court? This is a preferable means of settlement (called an informal settlement), as avoiding court means saving a lot of money and hassle.
While there are instances where people choose to act as their own attorney during a personal injury case, this isn’t recommended. Having a legal professional on your side can help cut down on the delays.
Have you ever gotten ill because of exposure to contaminants in the air, soil, or water in products or in food? Claims based on such exposure are difficult to prove, however an expert personal injury attorney will be able to gather all the scientific facts for you to make a case.
Attorneys can be an invaluable asset in dealing with insurance companies. Insurance companies generally have an interest in settling a case out of court, as quickly and economically as possible. Attorneys are skilled at negotiations and can help you navigate the process efficiently.
Did you know you are entitled to be compensated for both economic damages and general damages resulting from your personal injury claim? Economic damages include lost wages, medical expenses, lodging, or rental car expenses, and more. General damages include pain, suffering, distress, and humiliation.
No one wants to believe that the very people charged with protecting our safety could harm us, but it does sometimes happen. If you’ve been the victim of police brutality, we may be able to help you make your case.
If you are filing a personal injury claim as a result of an accident that happened at work, then more than likely you will be required to have an IME (or independent medical examination). This is necessary so as to establish an objective analysis of your health for the court.
Body and limb injuries can happen in any number of situations where the body or limbs are struck, crushed, twisted or wrenched. Bones can be broken or joints dislocated and these injuries can take months or even years to heal.
When you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit, it’s important to keep track of all your related expenses. If you win, you may be able to receive reimbursement for things like the mileage to get to your doctor or therapy appointments.
If you suspect you have a brain injury, you need to see a doctor immediately. Putting off seeing a doctor could mean the difference between life and death for someone with a traumatic brain injury, so contact us after seeing the doctor.
Working to defend your legal rights requires not only common sense but also an understanding of the legal system and the options that you might be entitled to use in your defense. An attorney knows those ins and outs- why not let the experts handle it for you?
If you were injured or your property was damaged because of a faulty product, product liability laws exist to protect you and make you whole. Call us for help if you or someone you know has been injured due to a design or manufacturing defect.
If you've been injured, you are likely anxious about a number of issues. Make sure you tell us all of your concerns and we can explain what to expect during every step of your personal injury claim.
Back injuries are mostly caused by falls, sports collisions, auto accidents and job site accidents. Because these accidents usually involve someone else, they could be the other person’s fault, and you could be eligible for a settlement.
The value of having a good attorney can’t be over stated when you have been seriously injured. Filing suit is a process that most people have never gone through, but an attorney knows the process and how to make your claim most successfully on your behalf.
If you contact us after you've been involved in an injury accident, we can offer important advice. For example, if the other party's insurer asks you to make a statement, politely decline so that can't be used against you.
We recognize that not everyone is used to reading legal jargon in their everyday lives. Let’s talk about the paperwork you’ve received from the insurance company and what really needs to happen in order for you to get the compensation you deserve.
Negligence is a common part of many personal injury cases, especially those that involve accidents. This can include auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, boating accidents, trucking accidents, even slip and fall accidents. The key point is that the negligent party should have taken steps to prevent the injury and accident.
If you have suffered an injury as a result of another’s negligence or intentional wrongful act, you may have a personal injury claim. We will look at the details of your case and advise you as to how best to proceed.
Premises liability is the liability of the landowner of a property for certain injuries or injustices that occur on the property. These can include injuries from open excavations, uneven pavement, standing water, wet floors, uncleared snow, and insufficient lighting.