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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.
16174 Personal Injury Lawyers Found
Christopher Pezon is a skilled trial lawyer with ample experience in insurance and commercial litigation. Prior to joining Steinger, Iscoe & Greene, Mr. Pezon primarily handled cases involving first and third party insurance defense, homeowner insurance claims, personal injury protection law, and commercial litigation. His background in defending insurance companies against personal injury and property claims gives him a thorough understanding of industry practices, which he now uses to protect the rights of plaintiffs. Mr. Pezon’s litigation background and unique insight into insurance company strategies serves as a great advantage in being a successful advocate for his clients, and fighting against big business on their behalf.. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree and attending graduate school at the University of Florida, Mr. Pezon obtained his Juris Doctorate at Nova Southeastern University and was admitted to the Florida bar in 2008. He is a native of South Florida and lifelong resident of the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. Mr. Pezon is actively involved in numerous professional organizations, including the American Association for Justice, Broward County Justice Association, Dade County Bar Association, Dade County Justice Association, Florida Bar, and Florida Justice Association.
Donald “Don” W. Edwards is a highly successful civil trial lawyer who has been practicing law in his native South Florida since 1983. Mr. Edwards received his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of San Antonio. The practice is devoted exclusively to the representation of injured persons and their families.. Admitted to the Florida Bar Association in 1983, Mr. Edwards is a 30+ year member of the Broward County Justice Association (formerly the Broward County Trial Lawyers Association) and the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, as well as, the National Trial Lawyers Association.He is admitted to practice in the Florida State Courts, as well as all U.S. Federal District Courts for the Southern District of Florida.. Mr. Edwards has a unique reputation for investigating and gathering evidence pertaining to personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home abuse & neglect, wrongful death and products liability issues for his clients.. His firm’s ultimate goal is to insure that injured victims are adequately compensated for their losses. The firm will always preserve the integrity and confidences of every attorney client relationship.. Mr. Edwards has over 30 years of experience in trials and in dealing with insurance companies, insurance adjusters and their defense attorneys.. The main office of Donald W. Edwards, P.A. is located in the heart of Plantation, Florida (Broward County) just minutes from I-95 and I-595 with easy access to all major highways.
Representing clients in personal injury lawsuits for over 37 years. Tried numerous complex jury trials, performed extensive depositions all over the country, and settled thousands of cases. Specialties: Automobile negligence, slip & fall, negligent security & hiring, battery & assault, premises liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death and products liability.
