Year: 2018

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Serving Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Clients

By Stephen Baldwin

Our attorneys are experienced negotiators and litigators in the complex area of personal injury law. We obtain results for our clients based on skilled representation throughout the state. We represent clients in a broad array of personal injury and wrongful death cases. Learn more about the types of cases we handle.

Auto Accidents

Traffic accidents can be devastating, but insurance companies will try to downplay your injury and property damage claims. The car accident attorneys at our firm are dedicated to helping clients receive the maximum compensation for their injuries. Our lawyers are experienced in representing victims of texting and driving, pedestrian accidents, car wrecks, bus crashes, head on collisions, DUI accidents, motorcycle crashes, railroad accidents, bicycle wrecks, and trucking accidents.

Dog Bite

Dog bites and animal attacks account for more than a third of all homeowners’ insurance liability claims. It is primarily the dog owner’s responsibility to take precautions when their dog is around humans—especially children. Sadly, more than half of all dog bites affect children, and the sheer strength of a dog’s jaw can leave devastating results. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog, see a doctor, and report the incident to animal control. They will investigate the dog to ensure that the animal has had all of the necessary vaccines and determine whether or not an anti-rabies treatment is necessary. Additionally, call a  dog bite lawyer at our firm so that we can deal with the insurance adjuster.

Workers Compensation

It’s important to understand that workers’ compensation laws can vary greatly from state to state. Some have a unique set of laws regarding employees who have been injured on the job. While these laws were created to ensure that employees receive fair compensation for their injuries or disabilities, employers have been known to disregard these laws and fail to pay their injured employees what they’re entitled to. Our workers’ compensation lawyers are available to help you with your work comp claims from the beginning. If you’ve been injured in a construction accident or slip & fall injury on the job, call a  workers compensation attorney at our firm for a free consultation.

Product Liability

When you purchase a product, you should be able to assume that you won’t be injured by using it. If you have suffered physical harm because of a defective product, it is imperative that you document everything that relates to the situation. If you’ve been injured by a product, contact us to see if we can assist you in your claim.

Drug Recalls and Medical Malpractice

While many hospitals, nursing homes, and family doctors provide excellent care to their patients, doctors, nurses, and hospital staff have been known to make medical mistakes. Sometimes these mistakes can cause birth defects, serious injury, and even death. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, or a dangerous drug, contact us today.

None of the Above?

If your claim does not fall squarely into one of these categories, contact our office. In addition to the practice areas listed above, we have experience with traumatic brain injury victims, jones act claims, dram shop claims, and insurance bad faith claims. Calling a lawyer at our firm will at least give you a starting point for your case, and we’re happy to point you in the right direction for free. We’ll let you know if you are better off representing yourself, or, if we think you might be better represented by a different law firm, we can see if we have a partner firm with expertise in your case type.

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#Auto Accidents

Protecting the Rights of Car Accident Victims is our Number One Priority

By Stephen Baldwin

Being involved in a serious car accident can be devastating to a victim and his or her family. While the accident itself and the injuries caused by the accident are more than enough for any victim to handle, dealing with unfair insurance adjusters, and responsibilities arising out of an auto accident make for an extremely unpleasant experience.

Our experienced car accident attorneys advise victims of motor vehicle accidents to speak to legal counsel as soon as practicable. Protecting your rights is our number one priority. This all starts with gathering evidence at the scene, such as measuring skid marks and obtaining witness statements. There may be a need to take photographs that can preserve critical evidence.

When The Insurance Company Downplays your Injuries

The insurance company for the driver who caused the accident is going to be experienced in dealing with injury and property damage claims. They will be gearing up for the prospect of litigation from the moment they are notified of an injury claim. These insurance companies will often deamand a tape-recorded statement. Without an experienced auto accident lawyer, you are at risk of being taken advantage of. Any recorded statement is only for the benefit of the insurance company, not for your benefit.

Insurance adjusters may also request a signed medical release from the injury victim. That allows the insurance company to obtain any of your medical records, regardless of whether they are related to the accident or not. This is unfair! More often than not, the insurance companies of the driver that caused the accident will NOT pay for your medical expenses or authorize you to seek skilled medical care. They are under no legal obligation to do so until there is a resolution of the entire injury claim.

Damage to Your Vehicle

A question that usually arises soon after an accident occurs regards getting your vehicle fixed, or being paid for the damage done to your vehicle in the accident.

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Insurance companies typically address these property damage claims soon after the accident. Insurance companies love to argue over property damage claims also.

Particularly, they will argue that your vehicle isn’t worth as much as you may think…or they will attempt to fix your vehicle with used second-hand parts.

Don’t fall for the games of the insurance claims adjuster. Get the experience of our law firm on your side. After all, our car accident lawyers are recognized as leaders in personal injury litigation by our peers. Our attorneys are consistently featured in legal periodicals, local newspapers, and have been interviewed by the media on countless occasions.

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Highly-Trained Commercial Vehicle Injury Lawyers

By Stephen Baldwin

Negligent truckers and careless trucking companies are responsible for thousands of serious auto accidents every year. And every year, those victims seriously injured by negligent truck drivers must fight against well-funded insurance companies to get the compensation to which they are legally entitled.

Sometimes, innocent victims and surviving family members are tricked to accept an offer of far lesser value than what they are legally entitled to because they do not understand the complex laws that govern the commercial trucking industry. Insurance companies count on these victims and will pressure you into a quick settlement to avoid analysis by an experienced trucking accident lawyer.

The lawyers at our firm represent the pinnacle of commercial motor vehicle accident injury advocates. Our lawyers are members of respected national trucking injury victim advocacy organizations, including the Association of Plaintiff’s Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America. We are feared by trucking companies and their commercial insurance carriers. Why? Simply put, because we have a department at the firm which focuses solely on Semi-truck accident litigation.

We invest significant time and resources in vigorous continuing education on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and all local state regulations and statutes which may apply in these complex cases.

A Careless Truck Driver can Cause Devastating Accidents

Truck drivers and their employers must adhere to a strict set of rules and regulations when operating their multi-ton commercial vehicles. While many truck drivers do their best to follow these regulations and be safe on the road, there are those who push the limits to meet tight deadlines and increase profits.

When you’ve been injured in a truck accident, you need an attorney who is well-versed in both personal injury litigation and the complex regulations of the trucking industry. We have obtained tens of millions of dollars in compensation for truck accident victims and their families. We are exceptionally passionate in these cases in an effort to change the way truck drivers and their employers operate. Ultimately, our efforts in the courtroom are geared towards making our roads a safer place.

Time is of the essence in any commercial motor vehicle accident case. Evidence can be manipulated or destroyed unless you have an experienced truck accident attorney on your side. Contact us for an immediate personal consultation.

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