Personal Injury Law
Here are many of the most frequently asked questions about Personal Injury Law and Personal Injury Cases.
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
Each case is different, but there are a few questions you can ask yourself.
Is it clear that the other side was at fault or mostly at fault for the crash?
Do you notice a significant difference in the way you feel versus how you felt before the crash?
Do you have pain and discomfort on a regular basis that you did not have before?
Do you have medical bills and/or lost wages that exceed $5000?
Have you already had a surgery or is there a strong possibility that you will need surgery?
The more times you have answered yes to these questions, the more likely you are to have a Personal Injury Case.
How long do personal injury cases take?
Generally speaking, personal injury cases last anywhere from six to eighteen months. Most people need to see their doctor and receive treatment for some period of time before the doctor can say with any degree of certainty how the injury has affected them already and how it will affect them in the near future. The attorney typically cannot work on resolving the case with the at-fault party until the treatment is completed and a clear picture of the client’s injuries are present.
If it takes so long, why do I need an attorney now?
Because the insurance companies have attorneys and claim’s adjusters working for them from the day you were injured. Unfortunately, the insurance company wants to see you make as many mistakes as possible because this decreases the value of your claim. If you give a taped statement without knowing what the insurance adjuster is really trying to do you may be unaware that your words can decrease the value of your case.
How much is my case worth?
This question depends on several factors. First, what is your injury? (We generally won’t know this until you are done with treatment.) How much are your medical bills? How much are your lost wages? How has the accident affected your daily life, your job, your family? How clear is the liability? Does the other driver have adequate insurance coverage? Do you have adequate insurance coverage?
Why is insurance so important in a case?
Because I want you to understand how much is really at stake. Insurance companies are in business to make money. Their goal is to settle your case with you for the least amount possible. They train their adjusters to do what they can to minimize your case value because it is in their business interest. I’ll do what I can to protect you because I work for you and your best interest.
