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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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Elaina is a veteran attorney with extensive experience in personal injury, car wrecks, truck wrecks, and medical negligence claims. A Tulsa native, Elaina began her career as a business litigator before transitioning six years ago to defending lawsuits on behalf of hospitals, physicians, and dentists. Elaina now uses her extensive experience to represent victims of medical negligence and personal injury. Her unique perspective, taken from working both sides of cases, gives her an insight into litigation strategy and knowledge that few possess. She has an unrivaled work ethic among her peers and strives to maximize recovery for every client she represents.. Elaina also believes in improving our community through service to others. She volunteers her time mentoring young women through Kappa Delta Sorority and Junior League of Tulsa – an organization devoted to ending the poverty cycle through skills training and leadership guidance in the community. Elaina raises funds to support community programs focusing on women and children in transition, which include partnerships with Resonance Center for Women, Street School, and the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.
After graduating from law school, Anthony was hired by the Tulsa County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, he handled a wide range of cases such as DUI, drug crimes and violent crimes. After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, he was employed at one of the largest insurance defense law firms in Oklahoma. Anthony practiced in the areas of auto accident defense, motorcycle accident defense, medical malpractice defense, insurance bad faith, products liability and premises liability.. Anthony is licensed to practice in all Oklahoma State and Federal Courts. He wishes to utilize the valuable experience gained from his previous employers to help people in need.. Anthony also is an adjunct professor at Northwestern Oklahoma State University. He teaches business law, management and human resources.. Personal Injury Attorney. University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa, Oklahoma, 2004Juris DoctorateHonors: Vice President, Board of AdvocatesHonors: Member, ATLA Trial TeamHonors: Member, NTC Trial Team. University of Oklahoma, 2001Bachelor of Business AdministrationHonors: Vice President, Integrated Business Core (IBC). Advanced Financial Solutions, Software Installer, 2000 – 2001Tulsa County District Attorney, Assistant District Attorney, 2004 – 2006Atkinson, Haskins, Nellis, Brittingham, Gladd & Carwile, Associate Attorney, 2006 – 2007Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Adjunct Professor, 2006 – Present
Amanda is an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Kevin R. Hansen specializing in Personal Injury – including Car Crashes and Slip and Falls, Probate and Estate Planning. Amanda has been with the firm since 2016. From 2018 through 2021, Amanda worked during the day as a litigation paralegal and went to law school at night. She graduated from William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV with her Juris Doctorate in May of 2021 where she received the CALI Award for the highest grade in her class in Torts. During her time at Boyd, Amanda was a Capital Habeas Extern for the Federal Public Defender, District of Nevada.. Amanda received her undergraduate degree in Communication from Southern Utah University in 2014. Amanda has lived most of her life in Las Vegas – graduating from Bonanza High School with Advanced Honors in 2011.. Amanda and her husband have two Great Danes. They love to go off-roading in their Jeep on the weekends. Amanda loves traveling and has visited several countries, including Swaziland, South Africa, Greece, Sweden, Paris, London, Peru, and Mexico. Her goal is to try Oreos from every country she visits.. Amanda is admitted to practice before all state courts in Nevada (2021) and in the United States District Court, District of Nevada (2021).
Jeff M. Scarborough graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a focus on International Relations. At UCLA, Jeff was a member of the Pre-Law Society and UCLA’s Ski Team.. Jeff moved to Las Vegas and graduated from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. While in law school, Jeff became a teaching assistant to a legal research and writing professor and earned CALI Awards (highest grade in class) in two courses, Pretrial Litigation and Advanced Advocacy in Pleadings and Motions, respectively. During law school, Jeff also served as an Editor for the Nevada Law Journal, competed in moot court on behalf of Boyd School of Law, and gained valuable experience interning for Justice Michael L. Douglas in the Supreme Court of Nevada.. Upon graduation from law school, Jeff served as a law clerk to the Honorable Michael P. Villani of the Eighth Judicial District located in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a law clerk, Jeff encountered a wide-range of legal issues while working on Judge Villani’s split Civil/Criminal docket, including complex issues in personal injury. Further, Jeff performed extensive legal research, prepared bench memoranda, drafted orders, and generally assisted Judge Villani with handling his large case docket.. Prior to joining Richard Harris Law Firm, Jeff practiced primarily in plaintiff’s personal injury and employment law. In 2017, Jeff brought his experience and strong interest in personal injury to Richard Harris Law Firm.. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys traveling, snowboarding, attending concerts, and watching the Los Angeles Dodgers.. EDUCATION. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), B.A.William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, J.D.. ADMISSIONS. Nevada State BarUnited States District Court, District of Nevada. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS. Nevada Legal Elite 2019
I am a Nevada licensed attorney. I have eight years of paralegal experience prior to law school. I have worked in both personal injury litigation, estate planning, criminal defense, gaming and business licensing. While in school I acted as a student editor for the school’s law review and treasurer of the law school division for American Association of Justice. In my positions, I have experience in maintaining client files and contact in pre-litigation and litigation, with a strong interest in multi-district litigation for products liability.
I have been practicing injury law predominately in Hickory, Charlotte, Concord area of NC since 1993 and in the Rock Hill SC area since 2018. I have been recognized with the highest level of legal excellence by my peers, earning the AV rank by Martindale-Hubbell. I am board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) in Civil Trial Law. NBTA is the only national certification recognized by th United States Supreme Court. It requires substatntial evidence of ones trial skills including completed trial information, comments by judges and lawyers who you have been in trial with, a multi hour exam and recertification every five years demonstrating a current level of trial experience. I have been board certified for more than ten years having recertified twice, the last time in 2022. I am a member of the Americn Board of Trial Advocates which is by invitation only and requires certain trial accomplishements. I have served as the Western North Carolina Chapter president as well as a member of the national board. I have also served on the executive committe for the North Carolina Advocates for Justive for three different presidents. I have tried a wide variety of cases including medical malpractice, death cases, consumer fraud cases, pedestrian, auto, and motorcycle cases. As a motorcyclist myself, I have represented a large number of injured motorcyclist who like the fact that I undertsand the intricacies of riding and I have significant experience in the court room.
Porter Allred has dedicated his legal career to representing individuals who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. With a deep understanding of the challenges and hardships his clients face, he is committed to easing their burdens during this often frustrating journey. Porter distinguishes himself by actively listening to his clients, diligently gathering the facts, and tirelessly advocating on their behalf to ensure they receive the personal attention they rightly deserve and fair compensation for their injuries.. Before establishing Benson Allred Injury Law, Porter gained invaluable experience over twelve years at two of Nevada's largest personal injury law firms. From the moment he received his license, he has been steadfastly fighting for his clients both in and out of the courtroom, achieving successful resolutions for thousands of cases and securing millions of dollars in compensation.. Originally hailing from Salt Lake City, Utah, Porter's academic journey led him to Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Russian in 2002. He continued his education at Syracuse University College of Law in Syracuse, New York, earning his Juris Doctorate degree in 2007. Following his education, he relocated to Las Vegas to embark on his legal career. Porter is a member of the State Bar of Nevada and holds licenses to practice in all state and federal courts in Nevada, as well as in Utah and Oregon.
Shannon Wise is a partner at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm and handles medical malpractice and personal injury litigation cases. Shannon was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and attended Centennial High School. Shannon graduated with High Distinction from The Pennsylvania State University in 2013, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society and a Minor in Political Science. Shannon then graduated magna cum laude from the William S. Boyd School of Law in 2017. While in law school, Shannon was an Articles Editor for the Nevada Law Journal, the Vice President of the Animal Legal Defense Society, the Vice President of the Nevada Justice Association, a member of Phi Alpha Delta, and a member of the Society of Scholars. She received a CALI Award for earning the highest grade in the class for: Civil Procedure, Professional Responsibility, Domestic Violence, Sales and Leases, Remedies, Pre-Trial Litigation-Civil, and Trial Advocacy. Shannon was also awarded the Community Service Program-Outstanding Student Award as well as the Dean’s Honor List.. While in law school, Shannon began working for Claggett & Sykes Law Firm as a Law Clerk. After graduating from law school, she was hired by Claggett & Sykes Law Firm as an attorney.. In her spare time, Shannon enjoys volunteering at local animal rescues. She also enjoys spending time with her dogs.