Personal Injury FAQs
Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions
When you have suffered a personal injury because of the negligence of another person, business, corporation or other entity, we can help you receive the compensation you are entitled to under the law. At Keith Barton & Associates, we are dedicated to representing the rights of individuals injured by the negligent conduct of others. Our qualified attorneys will assist you through the difficult and complicated process of personal injury law and will help you find the answers you need. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding personal injury law.
- Do I have a personal injury case?
- When should I file a personal injury case?
- How long will my case take?
- How much is my personal injury case worth?
- What do your services cost?
- Do I need a personal injury lawyer?
When you have been injured because of the negligent conduct of another, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Often times there are many complex factual and legal issues surrounding a personal injury case. An experienced attorney can tell you whether there is a legal claim to pursue which may result in a financial recovery. Personal injury law seeks to compensate victims for their injuries and punish offenders through monetary damages. There are many types of personal injury cases including: car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, dangerous pharmaceutical drugs, wrongful death, product liability, brain and spinal cord injuries, and others. It is important to choose an attorney who has the depth of knowledge and experience with all types of personal injury cases to handle your specific claim.
Each state imposes a deadline for filing lawsuits, known as the statute of limitations. Our skilled attorneys can help you determine what the applicable statute of limitations is for your case. It is important to discuss your specific situation with an experienced attorney as soon as possible after the accident or injury occurs to ensure that your legal claim is filed in a timely manner.
This will be determined by the specific facts of your case. Depending upon the complexity of your case, your case may settle after only a few months, or it may require many months or even years to complete. We want to avoid resolving your case while you are still recovering or until we are able to ascertain the future of your medical condition. You do not want to sign a release only to find out later that more surgery is required or that there are additional medical bills to be paid.
In personal injury cases each state has specific laws regarding how damages are awarded. In most jurisdictions, either compensatory or punitive damages will be awarded if the defendant is found liable for the injuries you sustained. You are entitled to a judgment that fully compensates you for your financial loss and in some circumstances, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the defendants for their harmful behavior.
Although there is no blueprint for determining what a plaintiff will recover in a personal injury case, there are several factors we review to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. These factors include: past medical bills, future medical bills, past lost wages, loss of earning capacity in the future, pain and suffering, and damage to property that was harmed as a direct result of your personal injury. In certain situations, your spouse may also be entitled to an award.
In every case that we review, we look to the specific facts to determine what damages you should seek for the injuries you have sustained. While a financial recovery is never adequate to compensate for lifelong disability or death, we want to make sure you receive the maximum amount you are entitled to under the law.
At Keith Barton & Associates we cover the costs of litigation in a personal injury case. Our legal fees are based on a percentage of the total amount of money we are able to recover on your behalf.
The answer is yes! After an injury or accident, we want you to focus on restoring your health while we handle the legal issues surrounding your case. At Keith Barton & Associates we have years of legal experience in handling all types of personal injury claims. We work diligently to ensure that your legal rights are protected and you receive the compensation that you deserve. If we accept your case, we will direct all of our professional resources to resolving the specific issues involved in your personal injury case and in obtaining the best possible outcome.
If you or a family member have been the victim of an accident or injury, you need help NOW. To discuss your specific case, please contact our office at 1-800-416-8010, or submit a case evaluation form and we'll get started on your case today. We have attorneys available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will hear back from us in 30 minutes - "It's Just That Easy."