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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.


16261 Personal Injury Lawyers Found

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 2.8 out of 5
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Location: Albuquerque 87102
Firm: Raymon Law Group

In his years of extensive legal experience, Mr. Raymon has handled a wide array of cases, always striving to provide the best service to his clients. With personal injury matters, his primary focus is obtaining the most compensation for his clients and ensuring they are provided with the best medical treatment possible. If the case does not settle, Mr. Raymon will always be prepared to continue your Personal Injury Matter to Litigation if elected by the client.. In the Criminal Courts, Mr. Raymon has represented hundreds of clients with cases involving: DUI, Domestic Violence, Sex Crimes, Aggravated Assault, Drive by Shootings, Child Molestation, Voyeurism, Dangerous Drug Cases, Human Smuggling, and White Collar crimes. In regard to criminal cases his primary focus is to reduce/dismiss as many charges as possible and if the case proceeds to trial to obtain a Not Guilty Verdict. He additionally prides himself as an Attorney willing to fight in the end for you.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Newburyport 01952
Firm: Nossiff & Giampa, PC

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
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Location: Lowell 01852
Firm: Marcotte Law Firm

I am an established trial attorney who has successfully argued tens of bench and jury trials in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and State of New Hampshire. I handle a variety of types of cases including bankruptcy, debtor's rights, workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability, criminal defense, housing, and family matters. I have spent my career arguing for the little guys and underdogs.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Nashua 03060
Firm: Gottesman & Hollis, P.A.

Attorney David Gottesman has been practicing law since 1973. He founded the Nashua-based firm Gottesman & Hollis, P.A. with attorney Morgan A Hollis in 1978 and is currently the head of Litigation. He has been obtaining money damages for injured victims and advocating for their rights since he began in the practice of law. In addition to his contributions to the legal community,  Gottesman also served as a New Hampshire State Senator for District 12, which covered a portion of Nashua, along with Hollis, Brookline and Mason, from 2004-2008.  He was well known for his willingness to fight for the interests of his constituents.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
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Location: Nashua 03060
Firm: Gillis & Bikofsky, P.C.

Representing clients in mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Nashua 03060
Firm: Injury Law Center®

For the past seven years Ed has been named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. Ed's success rate at trial is in excess of 93%. Ed's passion for his client's cause is what drives him, and everyone at the Injury Law Center, to provide clients with the very best legal representation. His 36 years of experience in handling personal injury cases of all kinds, including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, boating and jet ski accidents, slip & falls, workers' compensation, construction site negligence, liquor liability & drunk driving accidents, dog bites & animal attacks, wrongful death, loss of consortium claims, uninsured claims, medical malpractice claims and other cases involving catastophic injuries, has led us to a high level of success and accomplishment. When you engage our services, we will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your accident, speak with insurance companies, and consult accident re-constructionists and expert witnesses. Once in the courtroom we enthusiastically present your case before the judge or jury, and ardently negotiate for the highest possible settlement. Above all, we devote 100% of our energy and resources into serving your best interest and helping you recover the financial resources you need to treat your injuries now and in the future.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Nashua 03060
Firm: Injury Law Center

Joe Russo is a talented personal injury lawyer in New Hampshire and the owner and managing partner at Injury Law Center®. He joined the firm in 2012 after having established a solid career in the legal industry. Prior to helping injury victims, Joe served as a prosecutor at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office. This experience gave him insight into how to construct effective cases and to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. He has obtained many million-dollar verdicts including $5.5 million in a pedestrian v. truck accident. He earned his BA from Lafayette College and his JD from St John’s University School of Law.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 2.9 out of 5
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Location: Portsmouth 03801

Attorney Richard E. Clark of the Law Office ofRichard E. Clark, LLC is located in Portsmouth NH. Mr. Clark focuses his practice incriminal defense, personal injury, divorce and civil litigation. He is admittedto practice law in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Mr. Clark is a privatecontract criminal defense attorney appointed to the Newburyport District Court. He iscertified in criminal defense representation by the Commonwealth of MA, EssexCounty Bar Advocates.  Attorney Clark isa member of the National College for DUI Defense, and the Essex County Bar Advocates Criminal Defense. Mr. Clark is a graduate ofthe Massachusetts School of Law (2002) and Franklin Pierce College (1998). Hecan be reached at or NHseacoastLawyers.com.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Portsmouth 03801
Firm: Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA

Attorney Coughenour is a partner of Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation. He regularly appears in Courts throughout New Hampshire and Maine, but spends the majority of his time appearing before the NH Department of Labor. Attorney Coughenour has built a reputation for vigorous and compassionate advocacy on behalf of his clients and has been recognized by SuperLawyers as a "Rising Star" in the field of workers' compensation since 2019. He was also recognized by Best Lawyers in the field of worker's compensation in 2025.. Attorney Coughenour graduated Cum Laude from the University of New Hampshire, majoring in Political Science and minoring in Justice Studies. While attending UNH during the day, Attorney Coughenour attended the NH Police Academy at night. He earned his Police Certificate in 2007 and went on to work as an auxiliary police officer for the City of Portsmouth. While working as a police officer, Attorney Coughenour attended law school at the Massachusetts School of Law and graduated in 2011.. Attorney Coughenour is a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and the New Hampshire Association for Justice. He previously served on the board of directors for the New Hampshire Association for Justice and the Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity.. Attorney Coughenour is a lifelong New Hampshire resident and is active in community activities. In addition to spending time with his family, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys attending Red Sox games. He currently lives in Portsmouth, NH with his wife and four children.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Portsmouth 03801
Firm: Attorney Michael P. Rainboth

We represent people whose sense of dignity has been diminished by injury, bankruptcy, divorce, or disaster. We care about our clients and our goal is to achieve justice for them and renewed hope for the future.. As husbands and fathers ourselves, we are deeply aware that the affliction of one member affects the entire family. In the course of our work we have sat at hospital bedsides, vistied homes of those who cannot travel, and answered midnight calls of distressed clients.. We pledge to serve you with that same dedication, if you choose us to represent you.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Dover 03820

Attorney Stevens is an experienced New Hampshire personal injury and divorce lawyer with offices in Dover and Portsmouth, NH.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
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Location: Dover 03820
Firm: Burns, Bryant, Cox, Rockefeller & Durkin

Attorney Sarah E. Lavoie is a lawyer at Burns, Bryant, Cox, Rockefeller & Durkin, P.A. Her compassion, sense of ethics, and legal skills in the courtroom have received numerous accolades within the legal community. Admitted to the New Hampshire Bar in 2005, attorney Lavoie belongs to several professional organizations and has received several awards. She's also active in our community and dedicated to the legal needs and welfare of her clients

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Londonderry 03053
Firm: Law Office of Daniel C. Clark

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Londonderry 03053
Firm: Parnell Michels & McKay PLLC

I have worked in the legal field since 2002, and have extensive experience working in both the personal injury and workers' compensation fields. I focus my practice on injury, workers' compensation, and disability. Our office has a combined 70 years of experience in these fields, and have recovered millions on behalf of our clients. Our textured and client centered approach has helped make us one of the fastest rising firms in Southern New Hampshire, and developed a longstanding positive reputation in the community.. I also handle landlord/tenant, real estate litigation, general litigation, consumer protection litigation and family cases. If you are interesting in learning more about our practice, please contact me.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: Keene 03431
Firm: Donahue Law PA

I'm a Warrior for Justice.. I was honored to graduate from the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College, one of the nation's prestigious and selective programs for trial lawyers.. Although I've been a lawyer over 32 years I strive to improve my skills, to be on top of my game, to be my best because the good folks who hire me deserve it.. I care.. I listen.. I don't get paid until you win.. I've been a lawyer for a long time, I love my job more than ever. I'm devoted to my family and friends, and feel blessed in many ways.. I don't  treat my clients like a set of facts on a yellow legal pad. I get to know my clients and take the time to discover their stories. By listening, truly listening with my head and my heart, I can tell an honest, compelling and real story to any insurance adjuster, judge or jury.. It is my belief that there are no coincidences In this life. The folks who call me, do so for a reason and I honor that bond.. All of us, at one time or another, have difficult situations, problems and conditions. I try to connect on a human level with my clients--to be real, honest and open. I don't pretend to be holier-than- thou or better than anyone else.. I'm committed to maximum compensation for my clients-- full justice, without hurting anyone else in the process of seeking justice.. As a Warrior for Justice, I am in a blood-brotherhood with some of the best, most successful lawyers in the country. With these close personal connections I can literally help you with a case almost anywhere in the country.. Thanks for spending time on my AVVO site. I'd be honored to help you.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Concord 03301
Firm: Phillips Law Office, PLLC

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Hooksett 03106
Firm: McGohey Law, PLLC

McGohey Law provides personal representation at affordable prices.. At McGohey Law, we provide personal representation for clients in distress – the distress that comes from financial strain, from an injury that someone else caused and the distress that comes from family separations.  After almost a decade of all shapes and sizes of cases, and extensive experience representing corporations and insurance companies, Attorney McGohey knows both sides of the litigation aisle.  Attorney McGohey has dedicated this practice to providing personal representation for individuals in need.  Attorney McGohey will fight for you.. At McGohey Law we work hard not just to win your case, but also to keep our services affordable for individuals.  We keep our costs low, using technology to help wherever possible, and charging you based on what you can afford.  We know that individuals cannot afford what insurance companies can pay and we also know that you are contacting us, at least in part, because of financial distress.  We do not advertise a fee for all situations because we know that your case is unique to you.  We urge you to tell us about your financial situation, so that we can solve the distress of paying for an attorney, on top of everything else, together.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5
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Location: Wilmington 19804
Firm: Shelsby & Leoni, PA

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5
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Location: Reno 89503

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5
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Location: Reno 89509
Firm: Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney

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