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Understanding Personal Injury Law

Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.

In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.

Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.

Common Personal Injury Cases

  • Car and truck accidents
  • Slip and fall incidents
  • Workplace injuries
  • Defective products
  • Dog bites
  • Medical malpractice

Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.

When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer

Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.

How the Legal Process Works

  1. Initial consultation and case evaluation
  2. Investigation and evidence gathering
  3. Insurance negotiations
  4. Filing a lawsuit if necessary
  5. Settlement or trial

Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a personal injury lawyer do?

Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.

How long do personal injury cases take?

Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.

What compensation can victims recover?

Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.

Do most cases go to trial?

Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.

When should I hire a lawyer?

It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.


17530 Personal Injury Lawyers Found

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: Yakima 98901
Firm: Stokes Lawrence Velikanje Moore & Shore

Sean is a commercial litigator and advisor who represents privately held companies and their owners in commercial, business and employment disputes.. Sean provides diverse representation and services to general contractors, public utilities, hospitals, homeowners, and agribusinesses such as crop producers, product processors, contractors, licensors, and product distributors. He regularly works in partnership with owners of family operated farms, ranches, agribusiness corporations and cooperatives, and other related companies.. Sean has long been active in the Yakima Valley community and is on the board of directors of the Fresh Hop Group, a non-profit organization that raises money through an annual fresh hop beer festival to return to the Yakima Valley’s arts organizations through a grant process. He also serves as a co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Vashon 98070
Firm: Sustainable Law, PLLC

I repesent individuals, businesses and non-profits in civil litigation matters (personal injury, property damage, insurance and business disputes) and with transactional matters (reviewing and or drafting documents).  I enjoy the practice of law and my approach is to assist clients with present needs while being mindful of the big picture, including the future.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
253-332-7899
Location: Tukwila 98188
Firm: Gates Law, PLLC

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
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Location: Kirkland 98033
Firm: In Pacta PLLC

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98101
Firm: Schroeter Goldmark & Bender

Sims is known by his colleagues and clients as an aggressive trial attorney who has litigated a wide variety of claims in state and federal courts. He has over two decades of experience litigating professional negligence (medical malpractice and legal malpractice), product liability, and catastrophic injury cases in both state and federal courts. His medical malpractice cases include birth trauma, delayed diagnosis, and surgical error matters. He has a particular interest in brain and spinal cord injureis, and recently served on the board of the Brain Injury Alliance of Washington. Sims co-tried his first legal malpractice matter shortly after he obtained his license and has since handled all stripes of legal malpractice matters along with legal-ethical issues and fee disputes. Sims’s product liability experience ranges from medical devices and consumer products to pharmaceutical mass torts.. Sims is a former chair of WSBA Character and Fitness Board, the WSBA Lawyers Fund for Client Protection Board, and the WSBA Professionalism Committee. He is a writer and frequent lecturer on topics such as traumatic brain injury, medical and legal malpractice, product liability, and litigation and trial technique. His work includes chapters in the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) Product Liability Deskbook, the WSAJ Medical Malpractice Deskbook, WSAJ Auto Liability Deskbook, and the WSBA Legal Ethics Deskbook. Sims has also returned to U.W. Law as an adjunct faculty member, teaching practical trial advocacy to law students.  He is listed as  a “Super Lawyer” by SuperLawyers.com and has a 10 out of 10 rating on .. Sims lives in West Seattle with his spouse and their two boys. When he is not practicing law, he can be found coaching youth baseball or stream side, casting flies to reluctant trout.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98121
Firm: Gardner Trabolsi & Associates

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: El Paso 79912
Firm: RJ Gaudet & Associates LLC

Robert J. Gaudet, Jr. was inspired by the civil rights movement to become a lawyer and work for social justice.  He studied theology at Oxford and discovered that the representation of plaintiffs who were injured by other people was consistent with his sense of moral purpose in the legal profession.. Mr. Gaudet is a plaintiff's civil rights, human rights, employment, wage and hour, and discrimination lawyer.  He has litigated major cases regarding consumer protection, RICO, Bivens Constitutional rights, breach of contract, fraud, and other cases across the United States, some of which were reported on The Today Show and in various newspapers and legal trade publications. He is licensed in Texas and Washington and works with lawyers in other jurisdictions, e.g., Virgina, California, and New York.  He also represents a leading micro-finance institution, Oikocredit, that manages nearly $1 billion in assets with loan transactions in the United States.. Mr. Gaudet served as co-chair and vice-chair of the American Bar Association Section of International Law Human Rights Committee, is now a member; is currently a board member of Lawyers Helping Hungry Children; and is a member of Public Justice. He was chair of the Lawyers Tent City Task Force, providing free legal clinics for homeless residents of Seattle’s Tent Cities; a volunteer at the Union Gospel Mission legal clinics; Parliamentarian of the King County Democratic Central Committee; and chair of a Washington State Bar Association Civil Rights Committee investigation into racial discrimination in the Olympic Peninsula.. During law school, Mr. Gaudet worked as a summer associate at Ness Motley Loadholt Richardson & Poole PA; Baker Botts; Bear Stearns Risk Arbitrage Desk; Susman Godfrey; Roberts Sheridan Kotel; and Habitat for Humanity International’s Legal Department. Mr. Gaudet is licensed to practice law in the State of Washington.. Prior to law school, Mr. Gaudet worked as a paralegal at the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, Criminal Section, by assisting prosecutions of police officers, e.g., Louisiana officers who killed a civilian woman who complained about excessive force to the Internal Affairs Division; compiling a database of hate crimes against Muslim mosques and institutions; and by assisting prosecutions for peonage and racial violence.  He interned for the Clinton White House Office of Public Liaison; the Democratic National Committee Office of Latino Affairs; and Congressman Xavier Becerra (D-CA).. During college, Mr. Gaudet worked as a Peace Monitor for the Wits/Vaal Regional Peace Secretariat around Johannesburg, South Africa to help ensure a smooth transition from apartheid to democracy under the auspices of the National Peace Accord.

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
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Location: Olympia 98501
Firm: Phillips Burgess PLLC

Heather represents property owners and developers in all phases of real estate development, from pre-acquisition due diligence through local permitting and appeals.  Heather has represented development clients on land use matters in jurisdictions across the state of Washington, successfully permitting and defending a variety of large residential, commercial, and industrial projects.  Heather also represents property owners, businesses, and individuals in permitting and zoning regulatory matters under the Growth Management Act, Shoreline Management Act, and federal Endangered Species Act, including the recent listing of the Mazama pocket gopher and other prairie species for protection under the federal Endangered Species Act.. Outside of land use, Heather is an experienced civil real estate litigator, representing clients in boundary and title disputes and real property-related claims.  Heather is also a frequent speaker on Washington land use regulation at continuing legal education programs and industry seminars.. Heather was previously a partner at Eisenhower Carlson PLLC in Tacoma and an associate at Perkins Coie LLP's Seattle and Olympia offices.  Before entering private practice, Heather served for thirteen years on active duty with the United States Army, six as a Judge Advocate. Heather continues to serve as a Judge Advocate in the Washington Army National Guard.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98104
Firm: Law Office of Josh Joerres, PLLC

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Beverly Hills 90212
Firm: Law Offices of Brian Nelson

Brian Nelson comes from a family of lawyer/athletes.  His father, Richard Nelson, was the senior partner at the largest firm in Bellevue, Washington for many years.  He received the prestigious 50th year award by the State Bar.  His brother Eric Nelson, a former University of Washington basketball player, heads his own firm in Seattle, Washington and teams up with Brian as co-counsel on many cases.  He was named the Washington Lawyer/Athlete of the Year.  His brother Peter Nelson practices law in San Marino, California and is a Certified Wine Specialist.  He ran the Paris Marathon and is an avid tennis and basketball player.  6 foot 5 inch Brian was on the Pepperdine Team that won the Schick Superhoops Competition.  His Lawyer League Teams consistently won the Landau Lawyers Basketball League.  He is also a serious mountain biker and snowboard/skier.  His work ethic and competitive spirit will get you the top recovery in your case.. Mr. Brian Nelson is a member of the Million dollar Advocates Forum. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is subject to strict review and is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements as principal counsel. Forum membership acknowledges excellence in advocacy, and provides members with a national network of experienced colleagues for professional referral and information exchange in major cases.. Brian Nelson is a member of ABOTA (American Board of Trial Attorneys), an association of Top Tier Trial Attorneys whose mission is the preservation of the civil jury trial. "Justice by the People," is the primary purpose of ABOTA. They seek attorneys who display skill, civility and integrity, and help younger attorneys achieve a higher level of trial advocacy. They educate the public about the vital importance of the Seventh Amendment. Thomas Jefferson was of the opinion that the right to trial by a jury of fellow citizens was a more important safeguard of personal liberty than the right to vote. With a jury, the rights and duties of each of us are decided by our fellow citizens, not by some bureaucrat or governmental functionary. ABOTA agrees with Jefferson and is a leader in the fight to preserve and protect your right to a jury trial. ABOTA is dedicated to “Justice by the People.”. Brian has also been awarded the title of Super Lawyer for the past seven years in a row.  Each year, no more than 5% of all lawyers in the State of California are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
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Location: Tacoma 98403
Firm: The Law Offices of John R. Connelly, Jr.

Lincoln C. Beauregard practices with the Law Offices of John R. Connelly, Jr. with a focus upon personal injury, civil rights, and insurance bad faith litigation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 2.7 out of 5
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Location: Spokane 99201
Firm: Best Law PLLC

Ryan M. BestBringing the BEST legal services in Spokane, WA.. Ryan M. Best's practice includes civil litigation and commercial practice, including personal injury, car accidents, contract disputes, construction claims, "qui tam" federal fraud litigation, lien claims, medical malpractice, and insurance agent malpractice. He also serves as general counsel to several state and local businesses.Ryan Best is the owner and founder of Best Law PLLC. Prior to founding Best Law PLLC, he spent nearly ten years working at Paine Hamblen LLP.He is licensed in Washington, Idaho, Texas and the Federal District Courts for Eastern Washington and Idaho. He is also licensed in U.S. Tax Court.Ryan is a graduate of Baylor Law School, a school nationally regarded as the "Marine Corp of Law Schools" particularly in the area of civil trials and evidence.Prior to attending law school, Ryan learned about insurance claims and coverage first hand as an adjuster with Leader National Insurance Company (an AIG company) in Mountlake Terrace Washington.Ryan studied history at Seattle Pacific University, graduating cum laude from the Honors Program. He is also was elected President and Executive Vice President of the Associated Students of Seattle Pacific managing all student programs and employees.. Get the BEST today! Don’t hire a great lawyer, hire the BEST lawyer! Contact us today and you’ll receive the greatest legal assistance in Spokane, WA.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Kennewick 99336
Firm: Anderson Law PLLC

Being a personal injury lawyer is about giving people the chance to be heard and helping them move forward after their life has been devastated through no fault of their own. When I'm not finding justice for my clients, I can be found enjoying marathon running, observing local politics, and spending time with my wife and children.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: Tacoma 98402
Firm: Evergreen Personal Injury Counsel

Jeremy A. Johnston was named a Rising Star for 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 by Washington Law and Politics Magazine. Johnston received his Juris Doctor degree in 2003 from Seattle University School of Law, graduating Summa Cum Laude and among the top ten in his class. He was an associate editor for the Seattle University Law Review and worked as an extern for United States District Court Judge Franklin D. Burgess. He received his undergraduate degree from Pacific Lutheran University where he played and was captain of the 1999 National Championship football team.. Jeremy has successfully represented seriously injured victims against negligent drivers, product manufacturers, medical providers, property owners, and others. He is passionate about achieving justice for his clients and holding accountable those who are responsible for their injuries.. Jeremy A. Johnston is a native of Tacoma. He is married to Whitney (Martin) and has three boys, twins boys Drake and Cole, and son Birk.. Learn more about Jeremy A. Johnston and Evergreen Personal Injury Counsel:

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98101
Firm: Bailey Onsager

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98119
Firm: Clement & Drotz, PLLC

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Federal Way 98003
Firm: In Pacta PLLC

I've been helping people with their legal issues for more than 20 years.  In those 20+ years and hundreds and hundreds of cases, I've provided dedicated, compassionate, energetic and knowledgeable representation.  While I can't promise any one result, or even (in some cases) a successful outcome, I can promise you advocacy.. If you have a personal injury case (particulalarly a car accident case), please call or email me, and mention that you saw me on Avvo; and, if I take your case, I'll reduce the attorney contingency fee from the 33-45% typical progressive rate to a straight 25% fee (no progression /No kidding!)  However, this applies only to personal injury/auto accident cases where liability is not contested. (In contested cases, let's talk about what we can do).. If you have a business or general litigation matter that will be paying an hourly rate, call or email me and let's talk.  Mention you saw me on Avvo and I will provide a discount off my published rates.. And always, please don't be afraid to reach out to me (particularly via email) and I'll do my best to help point you in the right direction even if i can't take your case. -Noah

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
206-623-1900
Location: Seattle 98101
Firm: Keller Rohrback L.L.P.

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98104
Firm: Carney Badley Spellman

Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Seattle 98103
Firm: Scott & Scott, PLLC

Rachel Scott is a homegrown Seattle attorney and founding partner of Scott & Scott, PLLC. She earned her J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2001, where she was a member of the national moot court team.. For over 20 years, Rachel has focused her practice on personal injury and workers’ compensation law, helping individuals and families navigate the aftermath of serious injuries. Her approach is clear, direct, and client focused, offering guidance without pressure and advocacy without drama.. Earlier in her career, Rachel also handled long-term disability insurance claims. While she no longer accepts new LTD cases, she continues to offer consultations to help people understand their options or find trusted referrals.. Rachel has been recognized as a Rising Star by Washington Law & Politics Magazine in both 2006 and 2014. Clients appreciate her ability to make complex legal issues feel manageable and her commitment to helping them regain control during stressful times.

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