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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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With more than 30 years of trial experience, I have the skill and dedication to provide aggressive representation designed to achieve your goals. I work closely with clients to ensure that they are prepared and comfortable with the legal process.
Attorney Eric W. Schmidt, a seasoned litigator who has dedicated over 14 years to practicing exclusively in the area of personal injury law and insurance claims, Eric has helped many injured victims and families who have been injured by the negligence or wrongful acts of others.. Over the course of his career, he has gained experience practicing personal injury law in both California and Arizona. He was also the founding Partner of two law firms. During this time, he effectively translated his legal abilities and passionate approach into more than $30 million in compensation recoveries for his clients.. Attorney Schmidt will provide competent legal representation to Phoenix and Arizona residents, and to those who are injured in California. His 15 years of experience and background in personal injury will make the difference for our clients who need full and fair compensation for their damages.. A graduate of San Diego State University and Western State College of Law, Attorney Schmidt has served as the lead trial lawyer in over 20 Maricopa County jury trials, and has participated in more than 200 mediations and arbitrations, resulting in significant results for his clients.. With our firm, Attorney Schmidt will focus his work solely on advocating for our personal injury clients.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY. A partner at the law firm of Skousen, Gulbrandsen and Patience with experience in catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death and products liability litigation. A compassionate lawyer who has spent his career helping others with the challenges they face following a tragic event. Steve Patience brings over 34 years of practical experience to every case. Mr. Patience is certified in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory with an AV Rating, which signifies the highest lawyer ranking. His focus on incidents involving motor vehicles, dangerous products and insurance claims has made him a voice for victims and a passionate advocate for those who need one most. A graduate in Business from Brigham Young University in 1978 with a law degree from the University of Arizona in 1983, Steve is a former president of the Arizona Trial Lawyer's Association, (Arizona Association For Justice), a former president of the East Valley Bar Association and a former chair of the East Valley Trial Lawyers Association. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice, the Arizona Association for Justice, The Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Mr Patience has represented hundreds of individuals harmed by the negligence of others and puts his clients first in serving their needs. Every case accepted by him is thoroughly investigated and aggressively handled. From the beginning, Steve Patience has played a vital role in establishing Skousen, Gulbrandsen & Patience, PLC as one of the Valley's premier law firms. He remains passionate about helping personal injury victims in their time of need and guiding them and their cases to satisfying resolutions.. Mr. Patience has successfully handled multi-million dollar cases. In one case he obtained more than Ten Million Dollars for his clients. In another case he was involved in litigating a bus roll-over incident which involved issues of crash worthiness and failure to supply seat belts for the occupants of the bus. The case settled for Millions of Dollars prior to trial. Whether your case is a catastrophic injury case or a case involing non-life threatening injuries, Mr. Patience will take your case seriously and give you the representation your case deserves.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Owner of a Personal Injury Law Firm with over 60 years of combined experience representing injured people and families of wrongful death victims in personal injury claims, including, motor vehicle accidents, premises / products liability, workplace/construction site injuries, dangerous condition of public property and dog bite claims.. Elected by the Board of Governors of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA), the largest local trial lawyers association in the country, to serve on its Executive Board, and to serve as President of the association in 2020.. Recipient of the highest “AV-Preeminent” rating given by Martindale-Hubbell, based on legal abilities and ethical standards.. Named in "SuperLawyers" since 2007.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Personal Injury attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Attorney Kendra D. White received her undergraduate degree from Fayetteville State University and her law degree from Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Attorney White is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and Cumberland County Bar Association. She is excited to be back home to serve the community where she was born and raised. She primarily focuses her practice on personal injury cases, family/divorce and traffic law in Cumberland, Hoke, Sampson, Lee and Harnett Counties.