July 2018 - Law Blog

Serious injuries can be Devastating : Personal Injury Attorneys

Serious injuries can be devastating not just physically, but emotionally, financially and psychologically. You may suffer the loss of comfort, employment and relationships. When someone else is at fault, you need legal representation from an experienced attorney that will fight for your rights. At Richards & Richards in Arroyo Grande, California, we have made helping injured people our life’s work.

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Since founding our law firm in 1982, we have handled the full spectrum of serious personal injury cases, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, big rig accidents, dog bites, assault and battery cases, products liability and slip-and-falls.

We can assist you with cases involving:

Spinal cord injury (Quadriplegia, Paraplegia, syringomyelia, spondylolisthesis)
Herniated disk
Bone fractures
Burns
Brain injury
Severe head trauma
Wrongful death

When you have been injured, you need a strong advocate who will take the time to listen to your concerns and protect your rights. We will make sure the extent of your injuries is accurately and completely communicated to an insurance adjuster, and if necessary, a judge and a jury.

Contact our lawyers to schedule a free consultation about your serious injury. We are available to meet with you at your home, in the hospital or in a place that is convenient for you.

Record of Success

We have received millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. We have helped personal injury and other victims get compensated via general damages, special damages and punitive damages. We have received verdicts for Punitive damages which are awarded when it has been determined that the defendant acted with recklessness, malice or deceit and are awarded to punish or make an example out of the defendant.

Insurance companies are sophisticated — you need representation. Personal injury lawyer David Richards knows how they work. Before co-founding Richards & Richards, he worked as a casualty adjuster with a national insurance company and has been hired as an attorney by major insurance companies. Using that insider knowledge, we will build a strong case for you.

If you are facing problems with your own insurance company for medical claims, we provide skillful representation in bad faith insurance claim cases. Among our wins, we have achieved six- and seven-figure recoveries for clients.

You are Responsible for the Damages you Cause

In Texas, drivers who cause accidents are responsible for the consequences. If you or a loved one is hurt in a crash, you don’t have to bear the burden of the financial costs. A auto accident lawyer can help you make your claim against the driver who caused the collision so you can recover compensation not just for financial loss, but also for pain and suffering or emotional damage.

Car insurers usually cover the cost of accident losses, and you may face a lot of pressure from an insurance agent to accept a settlement after a collision. You need someone looking out for you, and you should never sign anything until you talk to an auto accident lawyer in South Texas Contact us today and we’ll help you find the right legal professional to represent you.

How Much Is My Auto Accident Claim Worth?

After you are involved in a car accident, you have the legal right to full compensation from a driver who caused your accident because of negligence or by violating driver safety rules. You will need to prove that the other driver was unreasonably careless and that the actions were the direct cause of harm.

Surviving family members of victims killed in a car accident may also pursue a claim against those responsible. Wrongful death damages paid to surviving family members include payment of a lifetime of lost income the deceased would have earned, as well as loss of companionship compensation and funeral expenses.

We Will Go to Great Lengths to Prove Your Case

Many types of evidence can be used to prove the other driver was responsible for your collision. For example, when the police come to the scene of an accident, they prepare a report on the incident. The other driver may also receive a citation from law enforcement for violating driving laws. Your accident lawyer can help you obtain the necessary police reports and other evidence that could prove to be pivotal in your case.

Your attorney can also help you in other ways, including:

● Interviewing accident witnesses
● Obtaining telephone records to prove the other driver was distracted
● Obtaining work history records from truck drivers after a trucking accident
● Finding an accident reconstruction specialist to testify on your behalf

With the help of a car accident attorney, you will place yourself in a favorable position to recover full compensation for losses incurred in a vehicle wreck.

Will My Car Accident Case Go to Trial?

While you need an attorney who can handle litigation after a collision, not every car accident case goes to court. In fact, many claims are resolved through negotiating a settlement with the insurance company of the driver who was responsible.

A auto accident lawyer can deal with this process on your behalf. Your attorney should have a good idea of what your case is worth based on the nature of your injuries and can tell you whether a settlement is fair. Your lawyer can also use their negotiating skills to ensure that the insurance company is paying what it should.

Once you settle your case, you are not able to change your mind and get more money for your accident at a later date. Before you sign any documents or agree to anything with the insurance company, it’s crucial to have a lawyer look over the paperwork.

Free Consultation with a Auto Accident Lawyer

Knowing the importance of having a lawyer, many people are concerned about how to find the right legal advocate. We can help. After you provide us with some basic information about your accident, we will pair you with a accident lawyer with a strong track record.

When represented by one of our attorneys, you do not pay legal fees unless your lawyer obtains compensation for you. You have nothing to lose by having a lawyer looking out for your interests, and you need to remember that the insurer will have experts working on its behalf. Contact us to schedule your free case evaluation with a reputable litigator.

Personal Injury and Divorce Lawyers in Waterloo since 1951

Dedicated workers’ compensation attorneys serving Cedar Rapids & Waverly, IA

Gallagher, Langlas & Gallagher, P.C. has proudly served the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area, including Waterloo and Waverly, since 1951. With more than 240 years of combined legal experience, we provide you with an advantage because we possess diverse skill in several areas of law, including family law, divorce law, personal injury and workers’ compensation. Our key focus is cultivating productive, personable relationships and partnering with you in solving your legal challenges.

Distinguished and relationship-driven lawyers with diverse legal experience

As compassionate professionals, we take a personal approach to our practice and diligently serve you as your advocates. We apply the fullness of our experience and proficiencies in our areas of practice to competently deliver the best results for your legal matter. We are best known for having:

Reputable and competent attorneys. There is a reason we have been around for more than half a century. Each of our Waterloo attorneys has established a reputation for competent professionalism and for achieving superb results for our clients.
Diversity in our law practice. Our attorneys are adept in family law, divorce law, personal injury and workers’ compensation law. We can assist you with various issues in your divorce, such as obtaining an equal division of assets and determining child custody and child support matters. We can also represent you in personal injury cases for automobile accidents, medical malpractice claims and workplace injuries.
A personable and compassionate approach. We take pride in knowing that our work makes our clients’ lives a little bit easier. Our aim is to develop a collaborative relationship with you in which we promptly address your concerns and resolve your legal issues.

Helping injured parties recover

If you have been injured, you need legal help to determine how to recover what you are financially owed by the liable party. We can assist you with claims for the following matters:

Accident-related injuries. Whether you were involved in an automobile accident caused by a negligent driver or a faulty part on your vehicle, we can help. Our lawyers can also assist you if you were injured in a slip and fall accident, because of a defective product, or as a result of someone else’s negligence.
Workers’ compensation. Injuries on the job can range from neck strain from sitting at your computer to serious physical harm caused at a construction site. We have years of experience handling workers’ compensation claims.
Medical malpractice. Medical malpractice can occur in surgeries, in the administration of drugs, and even in the birthing process. We are here to help when you have been injured by a medical professional’s negligence.

Here to answer your questions

We know legal matters can be complex and stressful. Questions we commonly get from clients are:

Do I have a case?
Is it worth it?
How much compensation can I receive?

Our attorneys review your individual circumstances and answer your questions. We help you understand all your legal options as we develop an effective strategy.

If legal costs are a problem, we can help you

As a personal injury law firm, we recognize that legal fees may present some difficulty for those who need the kind of quality legal representation that we provide. If you foresee difficulty affording attorney costs, we can address your concerns and work with you to resolve them.

Contact experienced lawyers for your divorce or personal injury matter

At Gallagher, Langlas & Gallagher, P.C., we know that bringing resolution to your personal and work-related legal matters makes your life easier. We maintain three convenient locations. Partner with us to solve your legal challenges.