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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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Frank W. Thompson concentrates his trial practice on personal injury and wrongful death cases. He also has extensive experience in complex commercial and natural resource litigation, mining and geothermal power litigation, and employment litigation.. Frank was educated at Regis College, the University of Regensburg in Germany, and the McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific. Since 1981 he has been a member of the Nevada bar. Since 1982 he has been a member of the California bar. Frank actively practices law in both Nevada and California. His professional distinctions include publications in several areas of practice, certification as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and Membership in the Nevada Justice Association.
I previously worked for a personal injury firm representing injured individuals, before spending the last 5 years defending insurance companies and various levels of government. In February of 2018, along with my husband, I opened a law firm dedicated to representing people, rather than companies. I would be honored to use my experience, work-ethic, and creativity to help you with your legal problem!
I spent over six years working for a large law firm defending insurance companies and various levels of government. In February of 2018, along with my wife, I opened a law firm dedicated to representing people, rather than companies. I would be honored to use my trial experience, work-ethic, and creativity to help you with your legal problem!