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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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I started my legal practice defending car wrecks. I moved up to industrial accidents, and currenly have an active nursing home defense practice. Over the years I have also handled numerious tpyes of employment disputes. I have tried over 25 cases to verdict, and have successfully mediated hundreds of cases.
Over the past two years, I have added immigration work to my toolbox and am interested in helping both individuals and employers with immigration questions.
Alex C. Turnello was born and raised in the lone-star state of Texas. In 2012 he graduated with his bachelor’s degree from New Mexico State University located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. While performing his undergraduate studies, Alex was a student senator and ultimately graduated with the “Outstanding Senior” Award for his College. In 2015, Alex earned his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of New Mexico located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While performing his legal studies, Alex served as the President of the Environmental Law Society and played on the law school soccer team.. After graduating from law school, Alex was admitted to practice law in Texas, New Mexico, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas in 2016. He began his legal career working with the Cervantes, Scherr & Legate Law Firm, where he represented injured persons in personal injury, employment, and discrimination cases and tried more than five cases to jury verdict. Alex practiced law with the Cervantes, Scherr, and Legate Law Firm for over two and a half years before he and his two dogs (Sadie and Frisco) relocated to the great state of New York.. After living in the dry, barren Southwest his entire life, Alex welcomed the beautiful scenery, open water, sprawling trees, and the changing seasons that upstate New York offers in abundance. He began working with Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP in November 2018 and was admitted to the New York Bar in May 2019. He currently handles pre-litigation personal injury cases ranging from car and motorcycle crashes to slip and fall and dog bite cases. He currently lives in the Queensbury area with his partner and their cats and dogs. He spends his spare time playing soccer, skiing, attending musical concerts, and traveling.
Dan is a trial attorney who has practiced in downtown Albany since 1992. He heads up his firm's subrogation recovery, insurance defense, and insurance agency defense practices. He serves as President-Elect of the Albany County Bar Association. His practice areas include general litigation, appeals, personal injury, insurance, environmental and municipal law.
I have enjoyed practicing law in San Antonio for 42 years. I have been Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law for over 37 years by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I enjoy my work and enjoy working on challenging cases. My trial experience includes aviation, trucking, product liability, oilfield, railroad and other causes of serious personal injuries and wrongful death. I want clients to understand their situation and have all of their questions answered. I want to be known for communication and availability. When I am not working, I enjoy golf and college football games with my family.
When you are injured through another's negligence Herrman & Herrman PLLC is there to help you every step of the way. We will deal with the insurance companies while you focus on recovering from your injuries. We will fight to get you Justice and Rightful compensation.
A respected trial attorney serving victims of personal injury and wrongful death survivors for more than 30 years. Fidel Rodriguez, Jr. has tried personal injury, construction and products liability cases throughout South Texas for more than three decades. He takes particular pride in representing the working person against big companies and believes that our system of justice guarantees equal rights to all citizens, regardless of race, religion, age or social standing.. Mr. Rodriguez was born in Kingsville, Texas. He comes from a hardworking family with deep roots in South Texas — his father was a master bricklayer, and his mother was a secretary to the local small-town doctor. He is an Eagle Scout, involved in numerous school activities, and graduated second in his class at Bishop High School.. Mr. Rodriguez has been married to Anabel since 1984. They are the proud parents of two sons and one daughter. Mr. Rodriguez is fluent in English and Spanish.
Carlos Solis, founding partner of Hilley & Solis Law Firm, moved from Mexico to the United States at the age of twelve. A native Spanish speaker, Carlos is adept at communicating with clients for whom English is a second language. As an expert in his field, Carlos is a frequent guest on Univision.. Carlos Solis holds a B.S. degree from St. Mary’s University and a law degree from the University of Houston.. Carlos Solis began his legal career in 2007 at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office, where he spent nearly five years sharpening his courtroom skills as a prosecutor. Today, he uses that experience to advocate for individuals injured in car accidents.. With a background in both criminal prosecution and personal injury law, Carlos brings a strategic, results-driven approach to every case. He listens closely to his clients, builds compelling arguments from the facts, and fights relentlessly to protect their rights — all with one goal in mind: maximizing their recovery and helping them move forward with confidence.. Carlos enjoys spending time with his family
Every time I agree to represent someone, I take that case with the firm understanding that they are entrusting me with matters that can be life changing to them and I am greatly appreciative of the confidence they have in me. I strive to give each client's case the personal attention it deserves and understand that it takes hard work and dedication to achieve the best results.. I offer my clients someone with unique knowledge and experience necessary to successfully handle their case. As a former Police Officer and Assistant Criminal District Attorney, I have gained valuable knowledge and insight that I utilize to my clients advantage. I have the experience in the courtroom as well as real life experiences that benefit my clients.. I have represented clients in criminal matters ranging from simple traffic tickets to serious state felonies and federal crimes. I have also successfully represented clients in civil matters such as divorce, child custody and personal injury cases such as car accidents and other forms of cases involving the negligence of others.. I take pride in my work and believe that knowledge is only part of the equation. I truly believe in the saying that hard work beats talent when talent does not work hard. I will continue to work hard utilizing my education, training, courtroom and life experiences to sucessfully defend your case or obtain the justice and compensation you deserve.
As the founder of the Wyatt Law Firm, Ltd., San Antonio attorney Paula Wyatt offers guidance in the legal issues of injury victims. She has more than 30 years of experience in the legal field. Ms. Wyatt’s peers in the legal community have rated her as Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent®. Additionally, she has been selected for inclusion list of Super Lawyers® on three occasions. Attorney Wyatt is a graduate of Texas A&M University and the University of Houston Law School. Contact her firm today to learn more.
David A. Volk was born in El Paso, Texas. He was raised on the border and saw the injustices perpetrated by police officers upon the lower class and Mexican Immigrants, as well as violence on the Juarez/El Paso border. Mr. Volk graduated from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX with a degree in Psychology and Minor in Spanish. After graduating from Trinity, Mr. Volk received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) Arizona State University College of Law in Tempe, AZ where he participated in the City of Phoenix Prosecutor’s Clinic where he spent time in trial prosecuting misdemeanor offenses. While awaiting bar results, Mr. Volk worked at the Bexar County Staff Attorney’s office helping pro se defendants with family law issues.. As an attorney licensed in the State of Texas, Mr. Volk has had significant success representing auto accident plaintiffs and criminal defendants. His trial experience ranges from misdemeanor to felony jury trial experience in Bexar, Kendall, Medina, Frio, Atascosa, Guadalupe, Comal, and Travis County. Mr. Volk’s trial work has had him recognized as one of San Antonio’s Best Lawyers of 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 as well as a Rising Star Among Lawyers in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 by San Antonio Scene Magazine. Furthermore, Mr. Volk is a certified civil mediator.. Mr. Volk is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Board Certification is the highest, most stringent, and most reliable honor an attorney can achieve. Approximately three percent of American lawyers are board certified, and Mr. Volk is a member of a very select group who has taken the time to prove competence in their specialty area and earn board certification.. In addition to his private practice, Mr. Volk has been selected on occasion to serve as a special prosecutor in Frio, Bexar, and Medina County, Texas. He has prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony matters (including 3g offenses) as well as adult and juvenile offenses.. In 2014, Mr. Volk has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the United States by the National Trial Lawyers Association for his work representing criminal defendants and civil plaintiffs. On the heels of this honor, he co-authored the book “Central Texas DWI Charge? Useful Info Revealed That May Help Fight Your Charges.” He also authored “Hurt in an Accident in San Antonio? Revealed: How to Lock in Your Best Chance for Maximum Compensation” (Both Titles Available on ).
Known for his aggressive and thorough approach, Dacbert fights to ensure our client's story is told and represented in a way that is clear and concise. Whether you have been in a car wreck or got a speeding ticket Dacbert has your back from beginning to end.. Leon Dacbert is a life-long resident of San Antonio. After graduating from Trinity University, he earned his Law degree as well as his masters in business administration with honors at St. Mary’s University. Since becoming licensed, he has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of those who have been oppressed.. Car accidents: Insurance companies have one simple goal, make money for their shareholders. That is why they have teams of people to give victims of auto accidents pennies on the dollar of what they truly deserve. Leon Dacbert has experience in fighting these insurance companies and representing clients to the fullest extent. Call today for a free consult and no up front cost to you.. Traffic Tickets: You have options when dealing with a ticket. Never just straight pay the ticket since that will impact your insurance rates and will add points to your license which can lead to a suspended license and surcharges. I can help keep the ticket off of your record and also take care of the ticket without you having to show up and wait. Call now and let me take care of you ticket today!
Justin was born and raised in the small town of Burkburnett, Texas to a school teach Mother and high school football coach Father. After graduating from Burkburnett High School, he received his B.B.A. in Management magna cum laude from Texas A&M University. While at Texas A&M, Justin was awarded multiple academic scholarships and awards. He was active in student organizations, including serving as a Fish Camp Counselor and an opinion columnist for the Texas A&M student newspaper, The Battallion.. After graduating from Texas A&M University, Justin attended Baylor Law School on an academic scholarship. Justin graduated from Baylor Law School cum laude. At Baylor Law School, Justin was elected by his peers to serve as the Editor-in-Chief of the Baylor Law Review for a one year term. As Editor-in-Chief, Justin was responsible for overseeing the publication of the Baylor Law Review for one full academic year. His comment entitled The Quagmire of Personal Notification: When Is a Party Sufficiently Notified to Trigger the Motion for Rehearing Timetables Under the APA?, 58 Baylor L. Rev. 525 (2006) was published in the Baylor Law Review. Justin was also a member of the Order of the Barristers, the Baylor Law School Advocacy Team, and was picked as a top ten speaker in the Baylor Law School moot court competition.. In 2007, Justin joined the Watts Guerra Craft LLP’s San Antonio office. He was named partner at the end of his first year with the firm. Justin has worked all aspects of case investigation, case intake and trial preparation while at the firm. Importantly, he has been a member of many trial teams in which the cases settled on the eve of trial or went to jury verdict. In August 2008, Justin tried a wrongful death case in Guadalupe County, Texas against a well-known local defendant. After a week long trial, the jury found for the plaintiffs. Along with his work prosecuting lawsuits, Justin has spoken at conferences across the State of Texas on a variety of legal topics. In addition to speaking, he has authored papers discussing automotive product liability, case investigation, joint theories of liability, and trucking (18-wheeler) litigation that have been presented at multiple continuing legal education programs.. Justin maintains a national practice in the areas of personal injury litigation, commercial and business litigation, personal injury caused by drunk drivers, injury and damages caused by 18-wheeler trucks, products liability, pharmaceutical drug litigation, bus accident litigation, oil & gas issues, and wrongful death issues. He is licensed to practice in the state courts of Texas, and the United Sates District Courts for the Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas. Justin is a member of the San Antonio Bar Association, the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, the Houston Trial Lawyers Association, the Oil and Gas Section of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA), and the Attorneys Information Exchange Group (AIEG). Also, in and out of the office, Justin is an advocate for those who have been injured or lost loved ones as a result of a drunk driver, and he is an active supporter and participant in the activities of the South Texas chapter of the Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
"Rebuilding Shattered Lives" is not just a motto; rather, it's the very reason that I keep my doors open.. By limiting my caseload to just a special few on which I myself then can work, I maintain that personal touch so important to a meaningful attorney-client relationship.And, since travel to an attorney's office is just one more hassle that most people could do without, I travel to my clients for their convenience whenever possible.