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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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Alexander Kammer was born in Madison, WI in 1970. He was raised on a farm near the Marquette/Columbia county line. He graduated from Wayland Academy high school in 1988. He then attended the University of Wisconsin Madison and graduated in 1992 with a degree in history and a degree in political science. He went on to law school graduating in 1998 from Northern Illinois College of Law, cum laude. Alex put himself through school working a wide variety of trades including construction, roofing, factory work, landscaping and restaurant work.His entire career has concentrated exclusively in the area of plaintiff's personal injury law. He is listed in Best Lawyers of America, has been recognized as a Wisconsin Super Lawyer each year from 2006 to the present and is listed as one of the top 100 Trial Lawyers in Wisconsin by the American Association of Trial Lawyers. His practice focuses on brain injuries, complicated orthopedic injuries, wrongful death, RSD/CRPS injuries and insurance bad faith.Alex has successfully taken many cases to trial. He has obtained substantial settlements and verdicts on accident cases involving orthopedic, neurological and psychological injuries. His successful trial record includes cases involving trucking accidents, car accidents, motorcycle accidents as well as occupational and recreational accidents. Alex has lectured and written on a variety of topics dealing with plaintiff's personal injury issues, focusing primarily on instructing how to effectively represent injured people. He is a member of the Wisconsin and Dane County Bar associations, the Wisconsin Association for Justice, the American Association for Justice, Public Justice and the National Crime Victim Bar Association. He is also a member of the Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin as well as the International Brain Injury Association.Alex has handled literally hundreds of accident claims over the years involving people from every conceivable walk of life. He has obtained justice and compensation for accident victims stemming from virtually every imaginable sort of injury. These include physical injuries such as spinal fractures or brain injuries as well as economic injuries such as wrongful denials of insurance benefits or insurance claims. He is driven in his work by the need to see people through the very difficult time that follows a serious accident. He recognizes that a serious injury represents an almost complete interruption of someone's life. His professional life has been dedicated to getting people through this hardship, back on to their feet and on with their lives.Likely as a result of growing up in the country, Alex is an outdoor enthusiast and an avid gardener. He enjoys fishing, canoe camping, travel and outdoor photography. He has a website dedicated to his photography - Alexander Kammer is married and has two children, a son and a daughter. He and his family live in Middleton, WI.
Gregg H. Novack Bio. Attorney Novack was born and raised in Menomonee Falls, WI. While at Menomonee Falls High School he lettered 6 times in football and tennis, graduated 2nd in his class, and was class president all four years.. Attorney Novack was fortunate enough to attend the University of Madison on a full scholarship. While at Madison he was on the Dean’s list and won multiple intramural softball and basketball championships. He graduated with a B.A. in Zoology in 1998. After college Attorney Novack taught math and science at Pius XI High School in Milwaukee. He was an assistant football and basketball coach as well.. Attorney Novack decided to attend Creighton University Law School after he was offered a Dean’s Merit Scholarship. While at Crieghton he was on the Dean’s list and was able to meet U.S. Supreme Court Justices Anthony Kennedy and Clarence Thomas. Justice Kennedy gave Attorney Novack a copy of the US Constitution as a gift and was kind enough to autograph it. Attorney Novack proudly displays this keepsake in his office today.. Attorney Novack moved back home after his Dad had heart surgery. Attorney Novack finished law school at Marquette University and graduated in 2003. Upon graduation Attorney Novack was admitted to practice in the State of Wisconsin and the United States District Court for Eastern Wisconsin.. Since 2003, Attorney Novack has been in solo practice on the East Side of Milwaukee. His practice consisted of representing clients on a broad range of legal issues with a focus on criminal and family law. Attorney Novack has tried dozens of cases to juries and judges, including 23 trials since 2013. Attorney Novack has been fortunate to enjoy a high level of success with his trial work. The serious nature of his cases has led to some of his cases being featured in the Milwaukee Journal and on local television.. Attorney Novack has developed a straight forward practice style. He is honest, intelligent, and determined to get the best result for every client. Attorney Novack has used his passion for the law and a caring personality to cultivate strong ties to his clients. His integrity and skill have earned him respect in the legal community.. Attorney Novack enjoys spending time with his family. Attorney Novack is an avid sports fan, especially the Badgers, who still enjoys playing softball and basketball. He also has a love of music, reading, and travel.
Member, Bench and Bar Legal Society, 1995-1996. Member, Journal of Legal Profession, 1994-1996. Recipient: Bryant-Jordan Scholarship. Author: "Survival of Legal Malpractice Claim After Client's Death," 20 J. Legal Prof. 259 (1996).