Personal Injury
Personal injury claims include all injuries inflicted on one’s body — physical, mental, or emotional — through the fault of others.
Personal injury claims include all injuries inflicted on one’s body — physical, mental, or emotional — through the fault of others.
Workers’ compensation claims cover injuries that are work-related and occurred while on the job and prevent a worker from resuming his / her job duties for a period of time, typically 10 days or more.
Criminal defense cases cover both criminal suits — charges brought by the government to punish an individual for an act classified as a crime — and civil suits — claims brought by individuals or organizations as a dispute over rights and duties.
Whether you need an attorney after being injured in a car accident depends on a number of factors, including the severity of your injuries, the complexity of your case, whether there is dispute as to liability, and whether the insurance company is willing to offer you a fair settlement. It never hurts to at least speak with a local injury attorney to have your questions answered and find out what options you have.
Some general guidelines to help you decide whether you need to retain a personal injury attorney:
Even if at first you think your injuries are minor and your case seems straightforward, you may still want to consider consulting an attorney to make sure you are aware of all options, as well as any potential pitfalls. Often injuries end up being more significant than originally thought. Insurance companies are notoriously difficult to deal with, and they often try to settle claims immediately after a crash before the injured party is aware of the full nature and extent of their injuries. An attorney can help you level the playing field and get the settlement you deserve.
Nearly all of our injury cases are taken on a contingency fee basis, meaning you only pay if we are successful in obtaining a recovery. You pay nothing up front, and our office fronts all of the associated costs.
There are a number of ways to find a good personal injury attorney. You can ask for recommendations from friends, family, or other professionals. In fact, most of our clients come as referrals from past clients or other attorneys. You can also search online for attorneys in your area. When choosing an injury attorney, consider interviewing more than one candidate. Ask them about their experience, qualifications, and fees and make certain to retain someone you feel comfortable with representing you.
Fortunately, most car insurance, and every auto insurance policy issued in Nebraska, contains both uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. If you have been injured in a car crash and the person who caused the crash did not have insurance, speak with your accident injury attorney about what options you might have under your own auto insurance.