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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
- Initial consultation and case evaluation
- Investigation and evidence gathering
- Insurance negotiations
- Filing a lawsuit if necessary
- 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.
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Hi! I'm Rick Lowell. Following a stint as a Navy submariner, I went to law school and then began working with insurance companies, representing those who allegedly caused injury to others. Soon I expanded my practice to help those who have been injured by others. I am able to apply the knowledge & experience obtained in my insurance defense work to maximize my injury clients' recoveries. Visit and please call me to discuss your legal concerns. I look forward to helping you!
My son and I have a law practice in Seattle, Washington. We help our clients with Family Law, Personal Injury, Wills and Estate Planning and Administration.
Mr. Henningsen has dedicated his entire career to the representation of the injured. Over the last 10 years, Mr. Henningsen has handled hundreds of cases and collected millions of dollars for his clients. A dedicated trial lawyer, Mr. Henningsen is a veteran of the courtroom and has honed his skills through diligence, preparation and a keen understanding of the jury’s perspective. Mr. Henningsen has successfully tried numerous cases in front of both judges and juries. Most recently, in 2010, Mr. Henningsen obtained a $400, verdict for his client in Fulton County. This is believed to be a record in the State of Georgia for this type of personal injury case with this type of injuries. The verdict was obtained against a major corporation and was over 25 times what was offered before the case was heard before a jury. A dedicated legal professional, Mr. Henningsen has been honored to speak on various personal injury matters. Mr. Henningsen was raised in Nashville, Tennessee where he was a member of the National Honor Society in a prestigious area high school. He went on to Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he was a varsity letterman as a decathlete on Wake Forest’s Track and Field Team. Following his graduation from Wake Forest University, Mr. Henningsen went on to obtain both his Law Degree as well as his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Richmond in Richmond, Virginia. Mr. Henningsen is licensed to practice law in both Virginia and Georgia.
Dealing with any sort of legal issue is stressful and can take a toll on you, your family and everyone involved. The court processes are often long, drawn out and expensive, and you probably just want to be done with it as soon as possible. Jared Vaughn, Attorney at Law understands this, and has dedicated his practice to help his clients through troubled legal waters.. From his office centralized in Gadsden, Alabama, Jared Vaughn provides experienced legal counsel in all matters of family law, criminal defense and personal injury. He knows that no matter the issue you are facing, you deserve an attorney who will be wholly dedicated to you and your situation every step of the way. For years Mr. Vaughn has helped families through divorce, child custody, child support and adoption processes. He has been at the defense for those facing serious criminal charges and jail time. He supports those who have suffered personal injuries, helping them get the compensation they deserve. No matter the client, no matter the case, Jared Vaughn, Attorney at Law is committed to achieving the best possible outcome in any given legal situation.. Jared Vaughn started his practice after receiving his law degree from the Birmingham School of Law in Alabama. Since then he has dedicated himself to providing excellent legal services in the fields of family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. When he’s not dedicating his time and resources to his clients, Mr. Vaughn enjoys spending time with his wife Tabatha, daughter Kinsey, and son Calvin.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Beth's practice centers around helping those that have been injured. She handles all types of personal injury claims from auto accidents, slip and falls and dog bites to catastrophic construction injuries.Beth also handles medical malpractice claims and toxic tort claims as well as family law matters.. Beth is also an active member of Team in Training. Team in Training is the sports endurance club that fundraises for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Mr. Simon is experienced in all facets of litigation. He has taken cases from inception through verdict. He has represented hundred of clients. Prior to his employment with Lederer, Nojima, Tagliaferro, & LoPresti, LLP, Mr. Simon worked as a paralegal with Steptoe & Johnson LLP in Washington, D.C. concentrating on insurance litigation. Mr. Simon has been an attorney with Lederer, Nojima, Tagliaferro, & LoPresti LLP since November of 2005. He had been with the firm as a law clerk since May of 2003. Mr. Simon is an active member of both the Los Angeles County Bar and Beverly Hills Bar Associations. He is also an active member of Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, and the Consumer Attorneys Organization of California.. Mr. Simon was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated number three in his high school class in 1998, and earned several academic scholarships to attend The George Washington University in Washington D.C. Mr. Simon received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from George Washington in 2002. He then earned his Juris Doctorate degree from Pepperdine School of Law in Malibu, California in 2005. Mr. Simon also received a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Pepperdine Institute of Dispute Resolution in 2005.. He has a twin brother, Brad, who also practices law, and has 3 other sibilings, Brandon, Nicole, and Julie. In his spare time he enjoys working out and playing amateur baseball
Dan Lazares has lived the entirety of his life in the Pierce County area, with the exception of four years away at college. Accomplished high school athlete, graduated in the top one percent of his class. Attended Washington University in St. Louis on a full academic scholarship. Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree. Obtained Juris Doctorate from Seattle University (previously the University of Puget Sound).
Matthew Turner focuses his practice on medical malpractice, legal malpractice, ERISA, and class action matters. Fighting for and protecting the rights of his clients is the most important part of Matt’s profession. He has litigated a broad range of matters involving business disputes, employment discrimination, dental malpractice, auto accident, slip and fall, and significant cases of death and catastrophic loss.
Mr. Sullivan is the Managing Partner at Chris Sullivan Law Firm.. Following law school, Mr. Sullivan served the Eighth Judicial District Court as Law Clerk to the Honorable Judges Hardcastle, Pavlikowski, Parraguirre and to the then Chief Judge Lee Gates.. Upon leaving the Courthouse, Mr. Sullivan worked for two AV-Rated law firms practicing primarily in the areas of Personl Injury, Criminal, Divorce & Custody, Business Litigation and Real Estate law.. Mr.Sullivan has handled complex cases in courts across America and overseas.. Mr. Sullivan has served on the Board of Directors of various non-profit organizations focused on providing assistance to children with special needs, including: Project Sunshine, The Society of St. Mary, Building Hope Nevada and Workforce Connection's Youth Council.. Most recently, Mr. Sullivan served as a Specialty Judge in Clark County's Truancy Diversion Program.. Mr. Sullivan offers his serves on a personalized basis to the most discerning clients.
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Richard is very active in the legal and civic communities both locally and nationally. Locally, he is a member of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) and Washington State Association of Justice (WSAJ). Richard also serves on the executive board of the Pneuma Springs, Youth with a Mission Association (YWAM). Nationally, Richard is a member of the American Bar Association (ABA) and a graduate of the Keenan Trial Institute (KTI). Richard has successfully completed 10 undergraduate KTI courses, earning the distinction as a KTI graduate and Edge Black Letter Law Trial Attorney (EBLL). Richard Martin is a long time WSAJ Eagle Member, representative of the most experienced and recognized Trial Lawyers.
Makris Law Firm, P.C., founded and operated by our owner and principal attorney Victor Makris since 1978!. Trial Experience Business litigation (defense and plaintiff), Injunctive relief, personal injury (defense and plaintiff), social security disability hearings, worker's compensation, contract litigation, employment law litigation (defense and plaintiff), child custody trials, divorce property dispute trials.. Specialties: Personal Injury, Social Security Disability, Business Law and Litigation, Business Entity Structuring, Family Law, Bankruptcy, Entertainment Law, Employment Law, and Wills and Probate.. Social Security disability is for those younger than 65, but who have become disabled and can no longer work. For over 40 years, Makris Law Firm has helped Texans learn about and receive Social Security benefits. Victor Makris and his staff at Makris Law Firm, P.C. have won benefits for thousands of Social Security disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applicants, being one of the few firms appealing denials through the federal court level. The firm has helped those suffering with disabilities like diabetes, HIV, hepatitis, back issues, depression and anxiety, and even lesser understood disease’s such as chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia.
I am a native Houstonian who worked in the oil & gas industry for many years before making the decision to pursue a law degree. I earned my Juris Doctorate from South Texas College of Law in 1995. I am Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and I am a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multimillion-Dollar Advocates Forum. Lastly, I have earned an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can receive.. I have decades of experience as a personal injury attorney in Texas. It gives me great pride an honor helping individuals and their families who have suffered tremendous injury and loss due to the carelessness of others. I have spent my entire career fighting for the justice they deserve. Consequently, I have handled a wide range of cases throughout the state such as auto accidents, trucking accidents, industrial accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice.. My wife and I have been married for over 26 years. We have three children, all of whom are graduates of Texas A&M University. I could not be prouder. In my spare time I enjoy a round of golf. However, when nature calls I can be found fighting a trout in Galveston Bay or stalking a trophy buck through the cactus and mesquite of South Texas. One thing I have learned through the years is that life is precious and time on this earth is unpredictable. Therefore, make the most out of it and enjoy!
Deciding to sue for compensation is a difficult decision to make. John understands that when you are looking for an auto accident attorney, you need someone whom you can trust. So, John takes time to explain the legal process to his client. Thus making them aware of any pitfalls that may come with suing for compensation. As a personal injury attorney, he also understands that communication is critical. Therefore, he strives to keep his clients up to date with any developments in their case.. When you hire John as your auto accident attorney, he will meet with you to discuss the case. He considers every detail and combines this information with his comprehensive experience and knowledge to provide you with exceptional legal service. When you need a truck accident lawyer that will leave no stone unturned, call John. He offers his legal services to various areas, including Pikesville, Lochearn, Woodlawn, and Towson, MD.
Igor Fradkin is an associate of the firm Downtown L.A. Law Firm with extensive experience representing clients in personal injury and litigation. He practices in both state and federal courts and has recovered millions for his clients.. Mr. Fradkin graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara with degrees in Political Science and Russian before graduating cum laude from Western State College of Law where he finished near the top of his class while being the Business Editor and student writer of the Law Review.. Bilingual in English and Russian, Mr. Fradkin was admitted to practice law in California in 2014. He is a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Always moral but never shying away from fighting for his client’s rights, his passion and drive to help clients make him an ideal attorney to have on your side. Mr. Fradkin continually demonstrates his commitment for victim’s rights through the hours of community service he gives back.