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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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Darlene has received her Juris Doctorate from Arizona Summit Law School, 2015-2016. She fast-tracked her program in two years while maintaining her scholarship award and making the Dean's List. She is proud to be an alumni from Arizona State University and Glendale Community College. As a student she has been recognized for her scholarly accomplishments and has been selected for the Dean's List at both undergraduate schools. She has been certified as a Mediator while in law school and for Civics Education during her attainment of her Bachelors of Science in Political Science.
WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS! I have been practicing personal injury law for over 19 years. So, experience is what I have. Over those 19 years, I have handled thousands of personal injury victim’s claims and I have recovered millions on behalf of those victims. I am devoted to obtaining the best possible results for my clients. I practice mainly in the northwest valley of Phoenix, in the Peoria, Glendale and Sun City areas and I am willing to handle personal injury cases all over the Valley and anywhere in Arizona.. Before I started DJS Accident Law, I worked for a larger personal injury firm here in Phoenix for the first 19 years of my legal career. This allowed me to gain the much needed knowledge to timely and efficiently handle your personal claim.. I was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky. My father was a career Army officer who flew helicopters. I had the unique opportunity of living in Seoul, South Korea for two years and visiting Japan as a child when my father was on his hardship tour abroad. In 1982, the family moved to Sierra Vista, Arizona where I went to school through high school and where my mother still resides. So, I have some southern Arizona roots.. I received my undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in finance from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska in 1994. Creighton University is also where I attended law school receiving my Juris Doctor degree in 1998. I was admitted to practice law in Arizona in 1998 and I am also licensed to practice in the United States Federal District Court of Arizona.. I am married, my wife is a school teacher and my step-daughter is going to attend college this fall. I never had a dog as child or until I met my wife for that matter – now I have a pack of four. I enjoy donating to charities which help protect and support our four-legged friends as they cannot protect themselves. I also enjoy staying in shape by working out and I have successfully completed two marathons and several tough mudder events.. Do not become a victim a second time by dealing directly with an insurance company for your injuries. You need time to recover fully and you do not need the hassle that comes from dealing with an insurance company on your own. Insurance companies rarely pay out what an injury claim is worth without the assistance of legal counsel. When experience matters hire me - I have been around the block more than a few times and I know how to deal with insurance companies.
Nelson represents clients in automobile and trucking accidents, personal injury, wrongful death, and insurance disputes. I offer free case consultations/evaluations. My direct line is.. Nelson is from Arab, Alabama. He graduated with special honors in his major at Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama in 2015 where he earned his Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice. In 2019 he finished in the top third of his class at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, he served as the President of the Federalist Society, a Senior Member of the Trial Board, competed on the Mediation Team, and made Dean’s List every semester. Nelson was admitted to practice in Georgia in 2019 and Alabama in 2020.. As an Alabama native, when Nelson in not cheering for the Crimson Tide, he spends his free time with his wife and friends going hiking, fishing, or camping.
Summer grew up, went to school, and began her career in Birmingham, Alabama. In short, she is a home-grown tomato. Although Summer was accepted to medical school right out of high school, she knew that her passion was in the law, so she made the decision to attend law school at Cumberland School of Law. After law school, Summer clerked at the federal district court for the Northern District of Alabama where she managed cases, prepared legal memoranda, and got a first-hand look at our court system. After her clerkship, Summer immediately began a litigation practice at a large southeastern corporate defense firm. While at the firm, Summer honed her litigation skills and handled a vast variety of civil litigation matters, from complaint through trial or settlement, including wrongful death, personal injury, and employment cases.. Knowing that her heart was not with the corporate defense world, Summer joined the Serious Injury Law Firm in 2017. Summer’s practice at the Serious Injury Law Firm includes vigorously pursuing and obtaining just results in serious injury claims including, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and trucking litigation. She is a fighter, and a strong advocate for her clients.. Summer is active in her church, and she firmly believes that obtaining justice for those who have been wronged is her calling.
I am an attorney practicing in the area of Personal Injury law. I attended Arizona State University for both undergraduate and law school. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and really enjoy helping clients get through the difficult time in their life that comes with suffering injuries in an accident. I am married and we have three daughters and one son. I enjoy sports and the outdoors.