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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.
16172 Personal Injury Lawyers Found
Attorney Pascal Moleus’ practice areas include personal injury, employment and business law, and civil litigation. Mr. Moleus received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Communications from Boston College, and his Juris Doctor from American University, Washington College of Law.. While attending American University, he was selected as a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Honor Society and named captain of the Society’s ABA Mediation Competition Team. Also as a student, he served as an Articles Editor for the American University Labor & Employment Forum, one of only three student-edited publications dedicated exclusively to the topics of labor and employment law.. Attorney Moleus is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland, and the J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association.. In addition to English, Mr. Moleus speaks Spanish and Haitian Creole.
Jason Kisner is a dedicated trial lawyer and the founder of Kisner Law, LLC. With a rich background that includes roles at major insurance companies, law firms, and high-value businesses, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice, ensuring strong representation for his clients.. Jason’s practice areas include Motor Vehicle Accidents, Trucking Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Catastrophic Injuries, Slips & Falls, and Workers' Compensation. He is devoted to his clients and has assembled a team of experienced professionals who offer expert advice and personal care. Jason and his team are committed to pursuing the best outcome for each case and will go to court to secure the compensation you deserve, backed by a solid track record of success.. Hailing from western Maryland, Jason embodies the values of the diligent individuals he represents. He holds a B.A. from Villanova University, an M.S. from West Virginia University, a J.D. from Florida Coastal School of Law, and an LL.M. from The George Washington University Law School.. For a complimentary consultation with a trusted attorney, call.
I have been practicing law for over 30 years. My clients come to me because they trust me to handle what are often very serious matters. I've been told many times by them - in a completely unsolicited context - that they trust me. For me that is something that I've always been very proud of. I realize that often I am the only thing standing between them and a genuine disaster. (And I say, over my dead body!). I've often been asked by other people, including lawyers, incredulously, "How'd you do that?" It's simple, I have always had a passion for the law and I've always been a student of it. I have always dedicated to gettting better.
Guy is a Maryland native who grew up in Montgomery County and graduated from Thomas S. Wootton High School in 2002. He received his Bachelor’s of Science Degree at Old Dominion University in 2007. Following his graduation from Old Dominion University, he served in the United States Army. While on active duty, he deployed overseas from 2010 to 2011. Guy left the United States Army in 2012. He then entered the University of Baltimore School of Law in the fall of 2012.. While in law school, Guy was a member of the Brand Names Moot Court Team. He also worked as a Law Clerk for the Office of the Public Defender. In his final year of law school, Guy worked as a Legal Assistant for a Private Criminal Defense Attorney in Baltimore City. He received his Juris Doctorate, with Honors, in the spring of 2015.. Since graduating from law school, Guy has been in private practice. His practice areas include personal injury and criminal defense. In his spare time, Guy enjoys watching movies and television shows, reading, and running.
I've been with Portner & Shure since 2013. Prior to joining the firm, I served as law clerk to the Hon. Timothy J. Martin of the Baltimore County Circuit Court. I graduated with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law in 2012. While in law school, I served as an Articles Editor for the University of Maryland Law Review, editing scholarly articles for publication. Since joining Portner & Shure, I have successfully tried cases in the following areas: personal injury, workers compensation, criminal, and traffic related offenses.
As one of the partners and respected Laurel personal injury attorneys at McGowan & Cecil, LLC, J. Robb Cecil has been successfully representing thousands of clients in personal injury and Federal Tort claims. With over two decades of experience, Mr. Cecil is known for his compassion towards injured clients while remaining vigorous when faced with insurance companies. He has been recognized as a Top Layer by Baltimore magazine and was the recipient of the Anne Arundel County Bar Association's 2007 Trustees Award for outstanding contributions to the legal profession. Call the firm to put his experience to work for you.
Peter Hatfield was born in Maryland and raised in Columbia, Maryland. He is a graduate of Mount Saint Joseph High School in Baltimore, Maryland. Upon graduation from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2012, Mr. Hatfield sat for the Maryland bar examination and joined McGowan and Cecil, LLC.. Prior to joining McGowan & Cecil, LLC, Mr. Hatfield was a law clerk with a Baltimore law firm, a certified legal intern for Neighborhood Legal Services, a certified legal intern for Southwestern Legal Services, and a summer associate with law firms in Pittsburgh, PA and Baltimore, MD.
Since 1981, I have represented victims of medical malpractice and those harmed by the negligence of others in the Baltimore area and throughout Maryland. If my clients are not presented with a reasonable settlement offer that they wish to accept, I represent them throughout the litigation process, including trial. I can be reached at.
I am a passionate and dedicated lawyer committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. With a diverse background in finance, business law, criminal law, and family law, I bring a broad perspective and deep understanding to every case I handle. While I’ve gained invaluable experience across these areas, my true passion lies in personal injury law. I firmly believe in the power of justice to restore dignity and provide relief to those who have been wronged. Helping clients navigate challenging times and fight for the compensation they deserve drives my work every day. Compassionate, driven, and always client-focused, I am here to be your advocate and ensure your voice is heard.
SInce January of 2019, Ms. Simmons has been a Partner at Silverman Thompson, where she represents personal injury victims. Prior to working at Silverman Thompson, Ms. Simmons was a Partner at the Law Offices of Frank F. Daily, where she exclusively practiced insurance defense in the areas of general civil litigation, personal injury, premises liability, products liability, and construction defect.. Prior to joining the Law Offices of Frank F. Daily in 2005, Ms. Simmons spent over eight years as an in-house trial attorney for Nationwide Insurance Company. Prior to joining Nationwide, Ms. Simmons spent two years at a civil defense firm focusing on appellate practice, toxic torts, workers compensation, and insurance coverage defense.. Throughout her career, Ms. Simmons has handled countless jury and non-jury trials throughout most of the jurisdictions in Maryland and in the District of Columbia. She has also handled administrative hearings at the Maryland Insurance Administration, binding arbitration proceedings and appellate briefing and argument before the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland. In addition to her extensive trial experience, Ms. Simmons has also taught and lectured in the areas of trial advocacy, civil litigation and claims handling, including serving as an Adjunct Professor for the University of Maryland School of Law, teaching First Year Legal Analysis & Writing, in 2005.
In his past life, John did stand up comedy. In this life, he has practiced law for over 14 years in the areas of Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation and Criminal Law. He has tried cases in Multiple counties in both the District Court and Circuit is a life long Baltimorian who currently resides in Catonsville. He enjoys family life with his wife and two kids. He helps coach youth basketball and enjoys the ocean and all that comes with it.. Mr. Rossbach received his Juris Doctorate from University of Baltimore School of Law and his Master’s Degree in Public Administration. He completed his graduation from Mount Saint Joseph Prepatory School.. Mr. Rossbach is a Member of Maryland Association of Justice.