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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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Attorney Cristina Rosseau is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in insurance law, workers’ compensation, and personal injury who is dedicated to providing personalized service to every one of her clients. After first coming to the U.S. as an exchange student from Ecuador, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts magna cum laude from Franklin Pierce University, and earned her Juris Doctor cum laude from Vermont Law School. Ms. Rosseau is fluent in three languages, and has been active in providing legal services to New Hampshire’s Spanish-speaking community. Admitted to practice in both state and federal courts in Vermont and New Hampshire, she is also a member of several professional groups and bar associations.. Contact Cristina:
Danielle Pomeroy is a member of the firm’s Personal Injury and Litigation Groups, fighting for the best interests of her clients in and out of court.. Danielle’s passion for helping clients navigate through our complex legal system is evident through the professional relationships she builds with them. They always know they have a dedicated advocate on their side.. Danielle graduated from the University of New Hampshire School of Law as a Daniel Webster Scholar, a first-of-its-kind honors program that provides its students with a client-ready legal education. She was on the Editorial Board of IDEA: The Law Review of the Franklin Pierce Center for Intellectual Property and was a law school mentor for Teen Court, an alternative program to the criminal justice system for minors that have committed first-time misdemeanor offenses.. Before joining Shaheen & Gordon, Danielle served as a judicial intern to Justice James Bassett of the New Hampshire Supreme Court.
I like helping people out with problems. That can take a lot of shapes in law. You can check out all of the work we do at Shaheen & Gordon's website. I am admitted in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts and I am happy to take a call at any time.
Attorney Christine M. Rockefeller has a history of community involvement and legal excellence. Graduating Cum Laude from Suffolk University Law School in 1985, her legal journey includes many honors and awards, including being recognized by The Best Lawyers In America (personal injury litigation) and selected by her peers for inclusion in the "Super Lawyers of New England."
Anthony is a member of Shaheen & Gordon's personal injury team. He concentrates his practice on representing individuals who have been seriously injured or killed as a result of the neglect of others. Anthony is involved in complex personal injury litigation in a broad array of case types, including sexual assault, municipal liability, Section 1983 litigation, product liability, nursing home abuse, crashworthiness liability, and toxic torts such as asbestos. His practice also spans an array of geographic regions as he is licensed in five states, including Hawaii, and three federal courts.. Anthony is also co-chair of Shaheen & Gordon's YDC Victim Compensation Group. He helped obtain the first YDC settlement for one of their clients and remains at the forefront of the YDC Settlement Fund.
A native of Dover New Hampshire, Bill has been practicing law throughout the State of New Hampshire for the last fifty (50) years. In that fifty years, he’s had many challenging and rewarding achievements. He first started practicing in 1973 with a retired judge. The practice focused primarily on civil litigation. In addition, he became the City Attorney for the City of Somersworth. In 1977, President Carter asked him to serve as U.S. Attorney for the State of New Hampshire and he held that position for four (4) years. After that, in 1981, he opened his new practice with Steve Gordon, and they have been partners ever since. Also, in that same year, Governor Gallen appointed Bill to be the District Court Judge for the Durham District Court.. Bill has successfully tried many personal injury cases and divorce cases on behalf of his clients. He has received substantial monetary awards for his personal injury clients as well as obtaining favorable judgments for his divorce clients. In conjunction with his successful personal injury and divorce trial work, one of Bill’s great assets is his ability to negotiate. This ability has resulted in significant successes for his business and corporate clients in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, and business formation. Bill continues to represent many local, regional, and national multimillion-dollar businesses.. He also successfully represented the New Hampshire woman who won the January 2018 Powerball Lottery worth $560 million.
Ryan (he/him) is a member of the firm’s Litigation practice group and has a cross-disciplinary practice, helping individual and business clients with a wide variety of legal matters. His focus includes civil rights, personal injury, municipal law, land use/zoning, family law, and general civil litigation.. Ryan graduated from UNH Law’s prestigious Daniel Webster Scholars Honors Program where he focused his efforts on understanding the breadth of New Hampshire’s state court system, serving as a legal resident at both the New Hampshire Supreme Court and 1st and 3rd Circuit Courts. After graduation, Ryan completed a 2-year clerkship at Merrimack County Superior Court in Concord while teaching State Constitutional Law at UNH Law.. In private practice, Ryan employs a pragmatic approach to achieve his clients’ goals. His court experience helps him educate clients about their options and their practical implications, so the client can make decisions with agency and confidence. Ryan’s polished research, writing, and oral skills make him a highly effective litigator in the courtroom.. Prior to his legal career, Ryan served 6 years in the Navy as a Submarine Nuclear Reactor Operator. He continues to serve through non-profit volunteer work, where he helps veterans apply to law school.
We are an experienced personal injury law firm and we take your case seriously, regardless of the severity or long-term implications of your injuries. As divorce and family law attorneys, we provide quality legal service with compassion and understanding. We understand your family is your most important asset and we understand you need to do what is necessary to protect your children and personal interests when your family changes. Whether you are dealing with a simple divorce, or things are complicated and include child custody, alimony, child support, or any other factors, we can help. Contact us today at or visit our site:. Our practice areas:. 1.Personal Injury. 2.Family Law. 3.Alimony. 4.Child Support. 5.Business Formation. 6.Civil Litigation. 7.Contract Breach & Disputes. 8.General Business Law