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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

  1. Initial consultation and case evaluation
  2. Investigation and evidence gathering
  3. Insurance negotiations
  4. Filing a lawsuit if necessary
  5. 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.


17531 Personal Injury Lawyers Found

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Newport News
Firm: Cope & Olson, P.L. C.

Johnny attended the University of Richmond as an undergrad and then as a law student.  He obtained his Juris Doctor from T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond in 1979.. He has over 35 years of practice representing clients of the Hampton Roads area. Johnny's areas of practice include, but are not limited to, personal injury, workers compensation, family law, criminal and traffic defense, DUI/DWI, construction law, business law, real estate transactions, and he is a civil litigator.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
+1 (757) 731-5333
Location: Newport News 23602
Firm: Patten Wornom Hatten & Diamonstein

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Hartford 06114
Firm: Carter Mario Law Firm

Corey Fong is a member of the personal injury team at Carter Mario Law Firm. He handles a wide variety of personal injury cases, including the most complex. When it comes to protecting the rights of injured people, Corey leaves no stone unturned. Corey is a graduate of the Western New England College School of Law and is licensed to practice in Connecticut and Hawaii.Corey formerly worked in private practice before re-joining the team at Carter Mario Law Firm. Outside of the firm, he enjoys working with the Sadie Mae Animal Rescue and other charitable organizations. If you have been injured and are seeking a passionate advocate, you can feel confident turning to Corey for guidance through the legal process.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
+1 (475) 445-2202
Location: Norwalk 06851
Firm: The Maddox Law Firm

Jim Miron is a seasoned trial attorney and the Managing Attorney at The Maddox Law Firm. Since 1994, Jim has earned a reputation as a reliable legal advisor, successfully representing over 1,000 clients who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. His expertise spans a wide range of personal injury cases, including car and truck collisions, premises liability, dog bites, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Jim is dedicated to ensuring that his clients receive fair compensation for their losses, whether through settlement negotiations, mediation, or trial. In addition to his legal career, Jim has a strong commitment to public service, having served as the first Mayor of Stratford, Connecticut, from 2005 to 2009. He is also a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, having served with the 82nd Airborne Division and the 2nd Infantry Division. Outside of work, Jim enjoys improving his chess and poker skills, following the NFL, and spending time with his wife.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: New York 06604
Firm: Adele R. Jacobs, Esq. C/O Law Office of Richard Katz

Attorney Jacobs was born and raised in Connecticut. She attended Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics. Immediately following college, she attended Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City and graduated in 1983 with a Juris Doctor degree. She has been admitted to practice law in the State Courts in both New York and Connecticut, as well as the Federal Courts in the Southern District Court of New York, the Eastern District Court of New York, and the District Court of Connecticut.. After graduating from law school, Attorney Jacobs worked as outside counsel for State Farm Insurance Company and subsequently worked as staff counsel for the Home Insurance Company, and Chubb Insurance Group, all in New York City. In 1992, Attorney Jacobs established her own practice in Connecticut, representing people who had been injured, utilizing the wealth of knowledge obtained while working for insurance companies. The experience of working for insurance companies has resulted in her being able to effectively and successfully resolve cases to the benefit of her clients.. Since 1992, Attorney Jacobs has dedicated herself to representing injured people and is very committed and involved in her community and continues her family’s tradition of charitable giving and concern for others. In addition, she volunteers her time as a Court Appointed Attorney Trial Referee, and Court Arbitrator, to assist the Courts in resolving cases. Attorney Jacobs has had advanced training as a civil case mediator as well as being trained as a divorce mediator.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06606
Firm: Attorney George W. Ganim, Jr.

No one knows their way around a court room like Attorney George W. Ganim, Jr.. If you have been charged or are under investigation for a crime, you need a criminal lawyer immediately. If you have been physically or emotionally injured as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another person, company or government agency you deserve compensation. We handle everything from criminal law to personal injury law, family law and business law. Attorney George W. Ganim, Jr. will provide you with the attention and support you need, when you need it most.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
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Location: Waterbury 06705
Firm: Carter Mario Law Firm

Dedication to his clients, focused determination, and compassion have been the hallmarks of Attorney Richard LaBrecque’s career as an attorney. He is dedicated to pursuing justice through zealous advocacy, attention to the details of each individual case, and his strong sense of empathy for each injured client, all of which drive his desire to secure maximum compensation for his clients.. Prior to joining the Carter Mario Law Firm, Attorney LaBrecque was a partner in a mid-sized general practice law firm in Waterbury, Connecticut where he gained experience in many areas of the law before ultimately heading the firm’s personal injury, workers’ compensation, and social security disability practices. Attorney LaBrecque is experienced in guiding his clients through all stages of litigation, including trials by jury or to the Court, and has argued appeals before the Compensation Review Board, Appellate Court, and Supreme Court. Now, he specializes in the field of Personal Injury, including complex litigation matters. Attorney LaBrecque earned his JD from the University of Connecticut’s School of Law after completing his BA in Political Science at the University of Connecticut on a full academic scholarship. He is licensed to practice law in the state of Connecticut.. When he is not advocating for his clients, Attorney LaBrecque proudly gives back to his community. Most recently, he coached his son’s youth basketball team and has served on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Waterbury, the Waterbury Charter Revision Commission, the Waterbury City Plan Commission, and the Waterbury Bar Association. Attorney LaBrecque is a Waterbury native but recently moved to Cheshire with his wife and two sons. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and exploring his new hometown of Cheshire.. Attorney LaBrecque is dedicated to helping people stand up to big corporations and takes pride in his role as protector of the injured in his community. If you’ve been injured, rest assured that our award-winning team is just a phone call or click away.. Bar Admissions:Connecticut. Education:UCONN School of Law, JDUCONN, BS, Political Science, Honors Program. Awards, Associations, & Memberships:Waterbury Bar AssociationBoys and Girls Club of Greater Waterbury, Board of DirectorsWaterbury Charter Revision Commission, Board of DirectorsWaterbury City Plan Commission, Board of DirectorsSuper Lawyers Rising Star, 2018-2021

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06606
Firm: Karayiannis & Denkovich, PC

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Norwalk 06851
Firm: The Law Office of Michael E. Skiber, LLC

We are a full service litigation law firm.  Litigation means not just talking a good game, but also producing the best possible results.  We do not hedge and settle when we know there is something more left on the table.. We are a client driven law firm that provides the client with the most amount of options as there is possible.  Ultimately, we open the door and the the client needs to make the decision.  Call for a free consultation and you will see what we are all about.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Waterbury 06705
Firm: Carter Mario Law Firm

Attorney Isaias T. Diaz is a deterrence attorney who prevents corporations from exploiting the wrongfully injured. He is a passionate advocate for the people that he serves and takes great pride in getting them justice. He is a proud lifelong resident of Waterbury who dedicates countless hours to those in need in the greater Waterbury area.. Attorney Diaz has been an adjunct Trial Competition Professor at the Quinnipiac School of Law since 2010, where he coaches law students for inter-scholastic competitions. While attending law school, he was named the Northeast Regional TYLA Mock Trial competition’s champion.. Attorney Diaz is a graduate of the prestigious Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College and is a current member of the Keenan Trial Institute where he continues to receive instruction from the country’s most elite trial attorneys. He is fluent in Spanish. Attorney Diaz was also the former Chairman of the Connecticut Latino and Puerto Rican Affairs Commission, where he helped create legislation to alleviate the social obstacles of the Latino community in areas such as health, discrimination, self-sufficiency, education, and public safety.. Attorney Diaz is also very active in his local church where he serves as a minister. He enjoys spending time with his very extensive family, including his 8 siblings, and making Facebook Live videos. He has tried many cases to verdict in state and federal court.. Bar Admissions    Connecticut    U.S. District Court of Connecticut    U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Education    Quinnipiac University School of Law, JD, Cum Laude        Honors: QUSL Mock Trial Northeast Regional Champion (TYLA)    Teikyo Post University, BS in Finance & Legal Studies    Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, July 2019 Graduate    Keenan Trial Institute: Member. Awards, Associations, & Memberships    State of Connecticut Latino & Puerto Rican Affairs Commission, Chairman 2011-2015    Connecticut Hispanic Bar Association, Member    Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2014, 2015, & 2016

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06605
Firm: Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC

"Attorney McDowell is an injury attorney with experience representing plaintiffs & defendants. This vast civil litigation experience gives his clients a great advantage. It is through his strategic approach that he is able to effectively litigate on their behalf."

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Middletown 06457
Firm: The Flood Law Firm, LLC

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06604
Firm: Hirsch Andrade, LLP

We have developed an impressive record of success in the settlements and verdicts we have achieved for our clients.  Contact us in Bridgeport or Danbury for a free, no risk consultation regarding your situation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06604
Firm: Miller Rosnick D'Amico August & Butler, P.C

Over 40 years devoted to personal injury litigation, representing the interests of the victims of negligence. Board-certified civil trial lawyer.. civil right - police excessive force, auto accidents, work accidents, medical malpractice, harmful and defective products, Fall downs - Defective premises.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06610
Firm: Michael J. Woolen

Attorney Michael Woolen has over three decades of knowledge and experience. Attorney "Mike" , as he likes to be called, has a detail-oriented approach in handeling his cases which makes him a force to be reckoned with. His background in various areas of law has equipped him with the skills and experience needed to approach your accident or personal injury case from various angles; to get you the best and fastest results possible.. Attorney Michael Woolen received his BA in Political Science from Virginia Wesleyan University. He went on to obtain his law degree from the University of Bridgeport/Quinnipiac School of Law. He began his career as a criminal investigator at the Bridgeport Public Defender’s office and opened his own private law practice in 1990 which focuses on automobile accidents and personal injury cases.. In his free time, Attorney Woolen is a motivational speaker at local high schools and acts as a mentor for inner city youth. Attorney Woolen focuses on helping those who cannot protect themselves, and is a frequent volunteer with the Center for Family Justice, which provides free legal representation to victims of domestic violence.. If you need a  Automobile Accident or Personal Injury Attorney, you can rest assured that you will be in  in good hands with The Law Office of Michael J. Woolen.

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06606
Firm: The Ganim Law Firm

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06604
Firm: The Blomberg Law Firm, LLC

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: BRIDGEPORT 06604
Firm: COCCO & GINSBERG, LLC

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Bridgeport 06604
Firm: Luckart & Luckart

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (844) 780-3463
Location: Stratford 06614
Firm: Law Office of William J. Whewell, LLC

I represent clients in many different areas of litigation in state and federal courts throughout Connecticut and New York.  My practice focuses on Foreclosure Defense, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Landlord/Tenant, Employment/Labor, Business Law, and Constitutional/Civil Rights.

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