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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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Professional Experience. Graham joined the Office of the Indiana Attorney General in September 2014 as an IU McKinney Law Fellow. During the two-year fellowship Graham was assigned to the following divisions within the Office:. Graham’s experience includes work in both civil and criminal matters; he has engaged in briefing and motion practice in federal district court, Indiana Court of Appeals, Indiana Tax Court, Indiana Supreme Court, and the Supreme Court of the United States. He has argued before the Court of Appeals, presented the State’s case in a post-conviction hearing, and represented state agencies in administrative hearings.. Prior to the OAG, Graham served as a research assistant to IU Robert H. McKinney Law Professor John Hill, and spent three years as a law clerk in the Hendricks County Prosecutor’s Office. As a certified legal intern, he handled multiple bench trials involving both misdemeanor and felony offenses.. Educational Background. Graham graduated magna cum laude from Wabash College in 2011 where he received the James E. Bingham award for promise in the legal profession. He obtained his J.D., cum laude from the IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2014. A winner of the Best Note Award, presented by the IU McKinney International and Comparative Law Review for excellence in writing, in 2013 Graham was inducted into the Order of the Barristers, and in 2014 advanced to the semi-finals in the Evan A. Evans Constitutional Law National Moot Court Competition.. Honors. Graham is an Eagle Scout and former college wrestler. A four-year letter winner, Graham was awarded Academic All-American honors, deemed Wabash College’s most improved wrestler in 2011, and selected by his teammates to receive the Max Servies Award for his demonstrated leadership.. Community Involvment. Graham is currently a member of the Indianapolis and Indiana State Bar Associations, the Knights of Columbus, as well as an associate in the Sagamore American Inn of Court.
Jamie Woolsey grew up in California, but has lived in Wyoming for nearly 12 years. She is a member of Sandefer & Woolsey, Trial Lawyers, LLC and her primary areas of practice are litigation matters, including plaintiff’s personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Jamie is admitted to practice before all of Wyoming’s state courts, the Federal District Courts of Wyoming, and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. She is also licensed in the State of California.. Jamie received her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a Specialization in Business Administration in 1999 from the University of California, Los Angeles. After completing her Bachelor’s degree, Jamie attended law school at Villanova University, School of Law where she graduated in 2003. Jamie is a 2011 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College.. Jamie lives in Casper with her three dogs and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the United Way. She is also actively involved in litigation with the Animal Legal Defense Fund as local counsel in the State of Wyoming on several matters.
Born in Philadelphia in 1955, Charles attended Northeast High School in Philadelphia, PA, graduating in 1972. He was active in Boy Scouts, achieving the highest honor of Eagle Scout at the age of 14. In 1977, he graduated, with honors, from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Accounting). Charles then attended Temple University School of Law and earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1980. After working at two different Philadelphia law firms from 1980 to 1987, he opened his own office. He has been a sole practitioner from April 15, 1987 to the present, He has tried jury trials in Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Lehigh and Camden counties as well as the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. In 1993 he was admitted to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum for obtaining a jury verdict in excess of One Million Dollars on behalf of a client who had a hand sawed off while using a defectively designed meat cutting band saw while at work as a meat cutter for a local supermarket
Jay Solnick earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Brandeis University in Boston, Massachusetts and a law degree from Temple University School of Law. Jay has extensive experience litigating a wide variety of cases and claims in the state and federal courts of southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The insight and experience gained throughout his career, including the years which he spent handling insurance defense cases, are now utilized to the benefit of his clients in pursuing their claims. Jay’s practice is focused in the areas of personal injury, including matters involving serious and catastrophic injuries.
Davy is from Philadelphia but most of his childhood was spent in West Africa (Liberia) and Canada. He returned to Philadelphia to attend law school at Temple University obtaining the degree of Juris Doctor in 1980 and the degree of Master of Laws in Trial Advocacy in 1998. Davy has resided in the Ambler area for over 20 years raising three children with the loving support of his wife, Josephine.. Davy spent the first third of his legal career representing insurance companies and large corporate or municipal defendants. His career focus changed to representing injured plaintiffs under the tutelage of James E. Beasley and after several years he began his own law firm representing accident victims exclusively.. Davy’s passion is litigation. He is voted every year by his colleagues as a top attorney in Pennsylvania for personal injury. He is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey State and Federal Bars. He is a founding Master in the Inn of Court for Bucks County. Davy has lectured on various legal topics and their impact on the prosecution of personal injury claims with an emphasis on trial advocacy.. E-Mail:
I have always had a quest to discover what the legal mechanism was to obtain a desired outcome. This journey started in 2001 when as a Land Developer I began the complex process of land development, including all the interim governmental approvals required to obtain final plan approval. I noticed early on the importance of having good legal representation when dealing with complex issues.. This eventually led me to pursue a law degree.. A long time Philadelphia resident, I completed my undergraduate studies in Economics and International Business at Drexel University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. I then subsequently obtained my Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law. While in law school I participated hands on in assisting indigent clients in family law matters ranging from support to custody matters. I also delved into the bankruptcy field, working with the Bankruptcy Law Clinic head. I subsequently rounded off my training experiences with an internship at the N.J. Office of the Attorney General, Department of Law, Labor Law division where I performed in depth detailed research of Labor Law in the context of State employees.. After law school I worked for over 4 years in private practice at 2 Philadelphia firms. At both these firms I concentrated my practice in financial matters involving contracts, real estate, bankruptcy and corporations. I have honed my expertise in these practice areas along with Personal Injury and Immigration by taking my collective knowledge and applying it to representing clients in these areas of law.
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James Helm is a Philadelphia personal injury attorney and the founder of TopDog Law. He is a life-long native of Pennsylvania. Helm was born and raised in Media, Pennsylvania and is a proud alumni of the Penn State Nittany Lions. To date, James Helm remains actively involved in Delaware County, participating in a number of community initiatives. In particular, he spends his time and money to combat the opioid epidemic – an issue that he cares deeply about.. James graduated cum laude from Rutgers Law School and cum laude from Rutgers School of Business. During law school, he had the opportunity to intern for Judge Jerome Simandle, Chief Judge for the United States District Court, District of New Jersey. Later, he spent a full scholastic year as an intern for Judge L. Felipe Restrepo at the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. These experiences, along with spending a summer at a big defense firm in Philadelphia, left him convinced that he wanted to dedicate his life advocating for victims of tragic accidents – not insurance companies.. Outside the legal profession, James is a believer in building a “life resume” and is constantly looking for new challenges that stretch his capabilities. In January 2018, he ran his first marathon in Miami. He is also learning to ride a dirt bike in addition to regularly riding his motorcycle around the Philadelphia area. James knows the the bias against motorcycle riders personally and works tirelessly to fight the stigma against bikers and get injured motorcyclists the best possible recovery.. Attorney Helm focuses exclusively on personal injury cases including motorcycle accidents, auto accidents, trucking accidents, and medical malpractice. He zealously advocates for victims and their families who have suffered significant injuries including birth injuries, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death.
Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University School of Law. He has experience in matters involving general liability and toxic tort litigation. Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. He is a member of the American, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and the American Immigration Lawyers Association.